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Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor at micro1
Experienced marine surveyors examine photos and documents showing container and cargo condition, study draft marks on vessels and tank gauge readings, then write survey reports explaining each judgment call. The project uses this professional reasoning to train and refine AI systems that handle maritime decisions and data labeling. The work is remote and communication is largely asynchronous.
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What you would do
- Assess photos and paperwork showing how containers and cargo looked when handed over
- Use tank gauge readings and vessel draft marks to calculate how much cargo is aboard
- Write concise survey reports that explain the reasoning behind each surveyor's call
- Check deliverables against international survey standards and give feedback on AI labeling
What the listing asks for
- Preferred: At least 7 years carrying out marine cargo surveys and draft surveys
- Preferred: Maritime academy credential, or a current Certificate of Competency (CoC)
- Preferred: Skill with cargo condition surveys, measurement protocols and international-standard reports
- Preferred: NAMS, SAMS or IIMS membership or accreditation is highly desirable
- Preferred: Clear written and verbal communication and remote work experience
Suits professionals who are seasoned marine surveyors comfortable judging vessel and cargo evidence remotely and writing clear, well-reasoned reports.
The listing as micro1 posted it
This is micro1's public listing for the role, read October 29, 2026, with dashes and placeholder links cleaned up. The listing is micro1's text; the summary above and everything below it is ours.
Role Title: Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor
Pay: $20-$60/hour
Location: Global, fully remote
Job Type: Contractor (~10 hours per week)
Schedule: Flexible - you can choose the hours and days you work, including weekends if desired as long as you're active
micro1 is engaging Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyors to contribute expertise in support of a customer’s technical maritime project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required - your domain knowledge is what matters. This opportunity is ideal for seasoned marine survey professionals comfortable working remotely and providing critical analysis based on vessel and cargo imagery, documentation, and reporting requirements.
Scope of Work
- Review and assess digital imagery and documentation related to container and cargo condition at transfer and handover points.
- Analyze vessel draft marks and tank gauges to determine cargo quantity and integrity, applying marine measurement standards.
- Reference and apply guidelines from organizations such as NAMS, SAMS, or IIMS where applicable.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 7 years of professional experience conducting marine cargo and draft surveys, with a strong track record of independent or consultancy assignments.
- Certification from a recognized maritime academy or valid Certificate of Competency (CoC).
- Membership or accreditation with NAMS, SAMS, or IIMS is highly desirable.
Process
- Apply to the role and complete the screening questions.
- Complete an AI interview of approximately 20-30 minutes.
- Complete the hiring manager review.
Start Timeline & Availability
We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts who are ready to begin immediately. If selected, you will be expected to start your first task within 24-48 hours of completing onboarding.
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Pay and terms
The listing does not state a rate for this role. micro1's expert guide describes pay in bands by type of work rather than per role, so treat any figure you see elsewhere as unconfirmed until it appears in your contract.
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Before you apply
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Applying starts with an AI interview, then certification, then matching to projects by recruiters. micro1 says certification does not guarantee a project, so treat this as flexible work and not as a job offer. The how to become an AI trainer guide walks through each step.
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People also ask
How to become a marine cargo surveyor?
This micro1 listing is for people who already work as surveyors, so it does not lay out a career path. It prefers at least 7 years of professional experience doing marine cargo and draft surveys, plus a certificate from a recognized maritime academy or a valid Certificate of Competency. Membership with NAMS, SAMS or IIMS is called highly desirable, and no AI experience is needed.
What kind of surveyor makes the most money?
This site does not publish salary data for surveyors and cannot say which kind earns most. The micro1 listing for this Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor role is a remote contractor listing that states no pay rate. Rates micro1 states are for the project, not earnings or hours, so the listing is no guide to a surveyor's overall income.
What is the average salary for a marine surveyor in the US?
We publish no market salary figures for marine surveyors and give no US average. The role here asks for at least 7 years of marine cargo and draft survey work and lists no rate. It is contract work for a project, and micro1 does not state earnings or hours for it, so the listing cannot stand in for a salary.
How much does the Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor role at micro1 pay?
The listing does not state a rate for this role, so we cannot give a figure. micro1's expert guide describes pay in bands by type of work rather than per role. Ask during onboarding, and read the contract before you accept work.
Is the Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor role remote?
The listing calls it remote work and does not name a country limit. micro1 says it hires globally but cannot hire in a list of excluded countries, so read the eligibility line on the listing and in your application before you start.
How do I apply for the Senior Marine Cargo and Draft Surveyor role?
Open the listing on micro1's site and apply there. Applying starts with an AI interview, followed by certification and matching to projects by recruiters. micro1 says certification does not guarantee a project. Our how to become an AI trainer guide covers each step.
Is this listing still open?
We read micro1's public listing on October 29, 2026. Roles close without notice, so confirm on the listing itself. If it has closed, the other engineering, cad and skilled trades roles on this site are linked below.
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Sources and method
- micro1 public job listing for this role, read October 29, 2026. The summary, task and requirement lines are our paraphrase of that listing.
- The questions under People also ask: Google's related questions for this kind of role in the United States, as reported by Ahrefs, pulled October 29, 2026. Answers are ours, written from the listing and from our own sourced micro1 pages.
- micro1 help library and expert guide for payment timing and the hiring steps, read 17 October 2026.
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