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Summary
Job Description
The Petroleum Inspector performs testing of bulk liquid or gaseous hydrocarbon or chemical cargo supervision services, such as but not limited to, gauging, sampling and reconciliation of transfer from shore tank, barge or ship to shore tank, barge or ship. Acts in accordance with Client, SGS Operational Excellence practices and Industry standards.
Job Functions
Physically samples, measures, and takes the temperature of vessel’s tanks and shore tanks utilizing a variety of methods dictated by company and American Petroleum Institute (API) procedures.
Follows Safely standards and performs job efficiently. Works within defined technical processes and procedures or methodologies.
Calculates and reports quantities of the bulk liquid or gaseous hydrocarbon transferred and performs full reconciliation.
Completes all required reports and forms, using the SGS propriety Ship Inspection Report (SIR) and / or Site Acceptance Test (SAT) systems.
Works in cooperation with client’s representatives, US Customs, vessel personnel, government agents and shore facility personnel.
Maintains regular communication with the business unit office staff with reference to job status, problems, concerns, etc.
Maintains knowledge and adheres to the latest industry, client and SGS internal standards, policies and procedures.
Operates to the highest standards of ethics, in accordance with the SGS Code of Integrity including adhering to all company safety practices.
Assists in other branch duties as assigned related to back office support and housekeeping.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
High School or equivalent (Required)
6 months to 2 years of transferrable industry experience (Required)
Completion of internal Inspector Development Program Level (Preferred)
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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Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Quality Assurance
Industries
Retail Office Equipment, Consumer Services, and Oil and Gas
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