Naval Architect

De Beers Upstream Technology

Upstream Technology, the technical arm of the De Beers Group offers advanced technical services to the upstream operations with the aim of partnering to add value across the value chain.  Formed in 2025 from the merger of De Beers Marine and the Ignite Division of De Beers Group, we design, develop, deliver, and support innovative technology and engineering solutions through a suite of technology products and turnkey services. We provide complete systems to clients as an integrated technology and engineering partner, driven by excellence, focusing on optimizing performance, enhancing efficiencies, and maximizing profitability

 

The incumbent will be responsible for all naval architecture matters pertaining to the design, construction, conversion, operation, repair and maintenance of marine mining and sampling vessels.

This role is in the Upstream Technology Department at a GBF6 level reporting to the Engineering Manager-Technical Services Unit

Your role will include but not limited to:

Financial Effectiveness

• Participate in cost saving initiatives and adhere to financial procedures
• Documents associated assumptions, issues, and risks and ensures these are mitigated to the fullest extent possible.
• Supports the development of approved cost estimates.
• Supporting the development of project budgets, timescales and specifications with clients

Naval Architecture

• Responsible for providing the following functions/services to the business:
• Naval architecture requirement specifications for general arrangements, basic (Class) and detail design (including structural and top side design).
• specifications and analyses of vessel motions, mooring and dynamic positioning (DP) capability requirements
• Vessel trim and stability analyses (including statutory requirements)
• Representing the client during vessel construction and/or conversion (ensuring warranty/quality), on naval architecture matters
• Development and assurance of powering and propulsion requirements and solutions.
• Provision and assurance of marine certificates and safety plans (Inclination experiments, hull fatigue inspections, safety plans, etc).
• Development and support of on-board stability and weight management activities.
• Liaison with and obtaining Class and Statutory approvals of the vessels as required.
• Structural evaluation of vessels including fatigue strength assessment for new vessels (conversion and new build), upgrade capital projects, shutdown maintenance and operational support.
• Vessel intact and damage stability calculations, assessment and assurance, including emergency response support for new vessels (conversion and new build), upgrade capital projects, shutdown maintenance and operational support.
• Requirement specification and analyses of vessel motions, mooring and DP capability.
• Development and support of on-board stability software for vessels.
• Liaison with and obtaining Class and Statutory approvals of the vessels as required.
• Ensures that work is delivered to schedule, cost and quality requirements.
• Supporting the development of project budgets, timescales and specifications, including support of the development of approved cost estimates.
• Support and training of vessel crew related to load line issues, structural integrity, intact and damaged stability, importance of watertight integrity and weight management and any special considerations unique to marine mining operations

• Degree or Master’s degree (M Sc Eng) in Naval Architecture is required.
• Registered with the Engineering Council as a professional engineer (Pr Eng) required (Membership with a naval architecture or marine engineering related professional body is preferred).

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years post graduate experience in naval architecture
• Thorough knowledge of Classification Society Rules and Rrequirements, e.g. Lloyd’s, ABS, DNV&GL and Maritime Conventions and Statutory Regulations eg. SOLAS, MARPOL, CAP 437, SAMSA, DMA.

Knowledge & Technical Skills      

• Strong IT (including related Naval Architecture software) skills
• Ability to analyse and interpret technical information and drawings

Who we are:

De Beers Group is a company with a sparkling future.

Our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us.  We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.

Building Forever

Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business.   Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications

Closing Date: 09 April 2026