Petroleum Inspector

Freeport, TX, United States

About the Position

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 safety standards and performs the 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 proprietary 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.

Requirements

• Education: High School or equivalent (Required)
• Experience: 6 months to 2 years of transferrable industry experience (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 the 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 the ability to accept changes in instructions on short notice (Required)
  • 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

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification
• Professional development opportunities

About the Company

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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