Petroleum Inspector

About the role

SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company – is seeking a Petroleum Inspector to perform testing of bulk liquid or gaseous hydrocarbon or chemical cargo supervision services, including gauging, sampling and reconciliation of transfers between shore tanks, barges or ships. The role follows SGS Operational Excellence practices, client requirements and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Physically sample, measure, and take the temperature of vessel’s tanks and shore tanks using methods dictated by company and American Petroleum Institute (API) procedures.
• Follow safety standards and perform the job efficiently.
• Work within defined technical processes, procedures or methodologies.
• Calculate and report quantities of bulk liquid or gaseous hydrocarbon transferred and perform full reconciliation.
• Complete all required reports and forms using the SGS proprietary Ship Inspection Report (SIR) and/or Site Acceptance Test (SAT) systems.
• Collaborate with client representatives, US Customs, vessel personnel, government agents and shore facility personnel.
• Maintain regular communication with business‑unit office staff regarding job status, problems, and concerns.
• Maintain knowledge of and adhere to the latest industry, client and SGS internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Operate to the highest ethical standards in accordance with the SGS Code of Integrity and all company safety practices.
• Assist in other branch duties related to back‑office support and housekeeping as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School or equivalent (Required)
• 6 months to 2 years of transferable industry experience (Preferred)
• Completion of internal Inspector Development Program Level (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License (Required)
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) (Preferred; must maintain once obtained)
• 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 when performing structured work assignments (Required)
• Language Skills: English – Basic level (Required)
• Mathematical Skills: Basic proficiency with a good understanding of fractions and decimals (Required)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level (Required)
• Communication Skills: Effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals or groups within or representing the organization (Required)
• Flexibility: Ability to accept changes in instructions on short notice (Required)
• Dependable and reliable; daily presence adds to departmental success (Required)
• Positive attitude and eagerness to accomplish goals independently or in a team setting (Required)
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision (Required)
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while handling multiple 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

• 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, up to 50 lb

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. This description is not exhaustive; duties may be reassigned as needed.