marine surveys
& professional marine services
If you’re looking for clarity, confidence and genuine peace of mind on the water, you’re in the right place.
Rod Twitchin Marine (RTM) is owned and operated by marine professionals Rod and Renee Twitchin, delivering independent, high‑quality Marine Surveys and Professional Marine Services for vessels of all types and sizes.
Every engagement is approached with the same commitment: clear, factual, regulator‑aligned advice that clients can trust and act on.
VESSELS FROM
20ft - 200ft +
FULLY
INDEPENDENT
australia-wide & international
Independent Marine Surveys & Professional Marine Services
RTM specialises in providing independent assessments and technical guidance for vessels across the full spectrum of recreational, commercial and international operations.
RTM works across the full range of recreational, commercial and international vessels, from small craft to large, complex superyachts. Independence is at the heart of everything we do – no sales, no repairs, no hidden agendas.
Our sole responsibility is to you, the vessel owner, buyer, operator or insurer.
Experience You Can Rely On
With a mechanical trade certificate, AMSA Engineering, Master and Surveyor accreditations, and more than 40 years of hands‑on experience across the commercial and leisure marine sectors, Rod brings a level of technical depth and operational understanding that is rare in the industry. His background spans engineering, operations, refit management, diagnostics and surveying, giving RTM the capability to assess vessels with precision, context and real‑world insight.
This depth of experience ensures that every survey and service is grounded in practical knowledge, not theory.
Marine Surveys
RTM provides a comprehensive suite of independent marine surveys designed to give you clarity at every stage of vessel ownership.
Our surveys include Pre‑Purchase Surveys, Insurance Condition Surveys, General Condition Surveys and Mechanical Condition Surveys. Each survey is conducted with a structured, factual approach and delivered in a clear, easy‑to‑understand report that supports confident decision‑making.
Whether you’re buying, insuring, maintaining or preparing a vessel for sale, RTM provides the independent clarity you need.
Professional Marine Services
Beyond surveys, RTM offers a range of professional services that support vessel owners, operators and insurers throughout the vessel’s lifecycle. These include Vessel Valuations, Project Management and Consultancy, Expert Witness services, Vessel and Systems Diagnostics, Safety Management Systems and Vessel Operations Manuals.
Each service is grounded in technical expertise and delivered with the independence and professionalism RTM is known for. Our goal is to provide clarity, structure and confidence in every aspect of vessel ownership and operation.
VOTO — Vessel Operational Technical Oversight
RTM is also the creator of VOTO, a premium governance framework designed to support safe, reliable and confident vessel operation.
VOTO provides owners and operators with structured oversight, technical clarity and ongoing guidance across maintenance, operation and risk management. It is particularly valuable for vessels with complexity, new ownership, commercial requirements or evolving operational demands.
VOTO brings order, visibility and confidence to the day‑to‑day running of a vessel, ensuring nothing is left to chance.
WHO WE HELP
Since 2011, RTM has supported recreational boat owners, buyers, sellers, commercial operators, professional crew and insurers with unbiased advice and clear, factual reporting.
recreational
Boat Owners, Buyers, Sellers & Crew.
commercial
Boat Insurers, Owners, Buyers, Sellers & Crew.
Power
Power vessels of all brands, types and sizes.
sail
Sailing vessels of all brands, types and sizes.
Whether you operate a power vessel, a sailing yacht, a commercial workboat or a high‑value international vessel, RTM provides the clarity and technical assurance needed to protect your investment and operate with confidence.
Our clients value independence, professionalism and the ability to receive clear, practical guidance without noise or agenda.
Where We Operate
Based on Queensland’s Gold Coast, RTM provides services locally, nationally and internationally. We are fully mobile and able to travel at short notice to meet client requirements.
Whether your vessel is nearby or overseas, we can assist with inspections, assessments and technical oversight.
Our international capability allows clients to make informed decisions regardless of where the vessel is located.