Job Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

This position performs all marine surveys, vessel cargo inspections, as well as LPG and petroleum inspections on cargoes and tankers. The Inspector performs quantity determination inspections of ships, barges and pipeline transfers of LPG, petroleum, petrochemical and chemical products.

Job Functions

• Physically sample, measure, and take the temperature of vessel's tanks and shore tanks using a variety of methods dictated by company and ASTM / API procedures.
• Calculate and certify quantities transferred and perform full reconciliation of those quantities.
• Accurately complete all required reports and forms. Issue job order confirmations and all required forms, reports and documents
• Work constructively with client's representatives, vessel personnel, and shore facility personnel to insure accurate results.
• Maintain regular communication with office staff with reference to job status, problems, concerns, etc.
• Stay current with and adhere to the latest industry and client procedures and standards as provided by field supervisors and/or office staff.
• Ensures work practices are carried out according to established methods that meet all Quality Control standards and best practices where this is required or appropriate.
• Always work in a safe manner and according to company and terminal procedures.
• Candidates will be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Will also be required to work on-call occasionally.
• Will be required to travel to customers facilities and carry out their job duties.
• Will be required to maintain frequent communication with clients and port agents
• May be assigned and coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.
• Will be required to assist lab operation as needed
• Performing LPG and Petroleum Cargo Inspections for condition, quality and quantity on board Tankers
• Performing LPG and Petroleum Cargo Inspections for condition, quality and quantity in shore tanks
• Performing Tank Inspections for cleanliness, suitability and condition

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School or equivalent (Required)
• 4 years of transferrable industry experience (Required)
• Completion of internal Inspector Development Program Level (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License (Required)
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) (Preferred)
• Must maintain valid Driver’s License and TWIC card once obtained through course of employment (Required)
• International Federation of Inspection Agencies (IFIA) Certification (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Continues to gain knowledge and expertise in the profession (Required)
• Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems (Required)
• Has no discretion to vary from established procedures by performing structured work assignments (Required)
• Language Skills: English – Basic level (Required)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic level of proficiency with a good understanding of fractions and decimals (Required)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level (Required)
• Communication Skills: Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals and/or groups both within the organization or while representing the organization (Required)
• Flexibility: Must be flexible with ability to accept changes in instructions on short notice (Required)
• Individual must be dependable and reliable whose daily presence adds to the success of the Department (Required)
• Must have a positive attitude and show eagerness to accomplish goals and achieve desired results while working independently or in a team setting (Required)
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision (Required)
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, while performing numerous projects with different deadlines (Required)
• Ability to synthesize information from a variety of sources into solutions (Required)

Computer Skills

• MS Office - Basic to Intermediate user proficiency (Required)

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Frequently
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Occasionally
• Use hands: Constantly
• Reach with hands and arms: Frequently
• Climb or balance: Frequently
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Frequently
• Talk/hear: Constantly
• Taste/Smell: Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Frequently 50 lbs

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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