The Korean Register (KR) conducted its first open recruitment for 2026 in April to secure talent capable of leading the maritime industry’s digital and eco-friendly transition while strengthening global technological competitiveness. Recruitment covers a total of 47 positions across 14 fields for regular employees.

The detailed recruitment categories are as follows:
○ Inspection Technology (29 positions): Hull inspection (14), machinery inspection (14), maritime safety management specialist (1)
○ Technology Development (16 positions): AI convergence technology research and AI service development (3), shipbuilding technology software development (1), eco-friendly ship R&D (1), structural analysis (1), hull drawing review (2), basic calculation (1), automation systems and maritime cybersecurity (3), machinery classification rules development (1), MWS rule development (1), greenhouse gas business planning (2)
○ Administration (2 positions): Administrative affairs

In particular, KR strengthened its future maritime service capabilities by recruiting talent in AI convergence technology and AI service development fields in line with the Fourth Industrial Revolution. For other fields, recruitment focused primarily on experienced professionals with relevant expertise.

To enhance fairness and transparency, the entire recruitment process was conducted under a blind hiring system. Applicants were prohibited from including any information that could reveal personal details such as age, gender, educational background, or hometown, and violations could result in disadvantages during the screening process.

The recruitment process consisted of document screening, written examinations—including personality assessments and the National Competency Standards (NCS) basic job competency evaluation—and interviews assessing practical competencies and English proficiency. Final successful candidates will undergo physical examinations and eligibility verification before officially joining KR on July 6.

Applications were accepted online through the KR recruitment website (https://krs.career.co.kr/) from April 9 through 4 PM on April 23.

Details regarding qualifications and salary levels for each recruitment field are available on the KR recruitment website.

Korean Register (KR) is a non-profit organization established in 1960 with the mission of ensuring maritime safety and protecting the marine environment. Since joining the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) as a full member in 1988, KR has operated approximately 70 domestic and overseas survey networks—including offices in London, New York, Tokyo, Singapore, and Shanghai—with around 1,000 employees based around its headquarters in Busan. KR’s major service areas include classification and statutory services, decarbonization and digital solutions, certification, and naval ship services.