SCMS Team

Peter Grindey is the Principal Surveyor at PG Marine Surveys and has served as a Small Workboat Coding Examiner with the Society of Consulting Marine Engineers and Ship Surveyors (SCMS) since 2017. He is a Fellow of the SCMS, a member of its Committee, and also acts as a Trustee of the SCMS Benevolent Fund, where he actively supports marine industry cadetship and vocational training initiatives.

Peter began his maritime career as a Shipwright Apprentice at Husbands Shipyard, working on a wide range of vessels including tugs, landing craft, RFA vessels, ferries, tankers, dredgers, historic square-rigged training ships, fishing vessels, yachts, and motor yachts.

Notably, he spent 25 years working directly for the US Army as a Project Manager and Ship Surveyor on Marine Fleet Prepositioning Projects. His work took him across the UK, Europe, Guam, Kuwait, and Japan. As a holder of a US Army Watercraft License, Peter was responsible for the inspection, sea trials, and delivery of US Army watercraft, as well as training and licensing vessel operators.

Having grown up in Buckler’s Hard, the historic shipbuilding village where Nelson’s favourite ship was constructed, Peter developed a love of sailing at an early age on the Beaulieu River. Sailing remains his preferred leisure activity, which he enjoys with family and friends.

Nick started his marine surveying business in 2004 carrying out pre-purchase, condition and MCA code of practice inspections of GRP, steel, timber and aluminium vessels all over the world.  Nick has been an MCA code of practice examiner since 2010.

Aged eighteen Nick bought a 20′ yacht whilst studying mechanical engineering which led onto his career in marine industry as his first job was as a laminator, moulding and fitting out small fibreglass yachts in Plymouth.

Nick worked as a City & Guilds Boatbuilding lecturer teaching apprentices laminating and timber boatbuilding skills.

Nick is an RYA Yachtmaster Offshore and Coastal Skipper instructor and has worked as a delivery skipper and as a columnist and contributor journalist for Yachting Monthly, Practical Boat Owner and Sailing Today magazines.

With his wife and children Nick sails along the south coast of the UK plus Brittany and Normandy in their 34′ yacht.

Stuart previously worked as a marine engineer on large chemical tankers working deep sea world-wide.  Whilst being involved in preparatory MCA audit work at the SCMS he was then approached to apply for the CEO role and has successfully led the Society since 2014. He is active in many marine forums and has a progressive approach.

Richard has had many years of experience within the marine industry from his beginnings as a plater to Head of Marine Survey at SEAFISH . Richard manages the SCMS Martitime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Fishing Vessel Certifying Authority contract.

Petar has been with the SCMS since June 2016 and is involved in all aspects of the company’s accounts.  He has been responsible for streamlining the finance processes and bringing effective and transparent management of the Society’s funds.  Petar also has partial responsibiliy for the administration of the membership.  A Fellow of the Association of Accounting Technicians he also holds a Diploma in Management Accounting (CIMA Dip MA).

Lorna is a chartered engineer, MRINA with a degree in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering. Prior to working for SCMS she worked for Lloyds Register and The American Bureau of Shipping carrying out plan approval and surveys on all types /sizes of vessels. She was Principal Marine surveyor at Seafish carrying out surveys and plan approvals for fishing vessels under 24m registered length.

Kerry was appointed to the SCMS team in July 2018.  She has previously worked in several companies in a Quality role, is a qualified Lead Auditor and was previously an army officer dealing with training provision and standards assessment.  Her skills and experience have assisted in broadening the opportunities provided by the Society, improving efficiencies and successfully achieving and maintaining ISO accreditation.

Holly joined SCMS in September 2021. She is an excellent administrator with a keen eye for detail, a great understanding of the survey cycles and a knowledgeable and vital contact for Examiners. She is always willing to assist with any problems. Holly also deals with much of the office IT and is helping to programme and develop the SCMS bespoke database.

Debra joined SCMS in October 2023 and has years of administrative experience. She manages general administration alongside social media and website updates, supporting daily operations, maintaining our online presence, and ensuring everything stays organised and up to date.