Petroleum Inspector

SGS•Deer Park, TX

About The Position

The Petroleum Inspector performs testing and bulk-liquid or gaseous hydrocarbon or chemical cargo supervision services, including gauging, sampling, and reconciling transfers between shore tanks, barges, and ships. The inspector follows client requirements, SGS Operational Excellence practices, industry standards, and company safety practices. The role involves field inspection work as well as completing reports, communicating with stakeholders and the business unit office, and assisting with other branch duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license; must maintain a valid license during employment.
Maintain a TWIC card once obtained through the course of employment.
Continue to gain knowledge and expertise in the profession.
Use existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems and perform structured assignments without discretion to vary from established procedures.
Basic English language skills.
Basic mathematics proficiency, including understanding fractions and decimals.
Intermediate reasoning skills.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from individuals or groups, internally or while representing the organization.
Flexibility to accept changes in instructions on short notice.
Dependability and reliability, including regular daily attendance.
Positive attitude and eagerness to accomplish goals and achieve results independently or as part of a team.
Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision.
Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple projects with different deadlines.
Ability to synthesize information from various sources into solutions.
Basic to intermediate proficiency with MS Office.
Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Six months to two years of transferable industry experience.
Completion of an internal Inspector Development Program level.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
International Federation of Inspection Agencies (IFIA) certification.

Responsibilities

Physically sample, measure, and take the temperature of vessel and shore tanks using methods specified by company and American Petroleum Institute (API) procedures.
Follow safety standards and perform work efficiently.
Work within defined technical processes, procedures, or methodologies.
Calculate and report quantities of bulk liquid or gaseous hydrocarbons transferred and perform full reconciliation.
Complete required reports and forms using SGS Ship Inspection Report (SIR) and/or Site Acceptance Test (SAT) systems.
Work cooperatively with client representatives, US Customs, vessel personnel, government agents, and shore facility personnel.
Communicate regularly with business unit office staff regarding job status, problems, and concerns.
Maintain knowledge of and adhere to current industry, client, and SGS internal standards, policies, and procedures.
Maintain high ethical standards in accordance with the SGS Code of Integrity and follow company safety practices.
Assist with other branch duties as assigned, including back-office support and housekeeping.
Perform other duties as assigned.