Petroleum Inspector

SGS•Deer Park, TX

11d

About The Position

The Petroleum Inspector performs testing and supervision services for bulk liquid or gaseous hydrocarbon and chemical cargo. Duties include gauging, sampling, and reconciling transfers between shore tanks, barges, and ships. The inspector follows client requirements, SGS Operational Excellence practices, industry standards, safety practices, and the SGS Code of Integrity. The position works with client representatives, U.S. Customs, vessel personnel, government agents, shore facility personnel, and business unit office staff. It may also support other branch duties, including back-office support and housekeeping, as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license; must maintain a valid license during employment.
Continue to gain knowledge and expertise in the profession.
Use existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems and perform structured work assignments without deviating from established procedures.
Basic English language skills.
Basic mathematics proficiency, including a good understanding of 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 presence.
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 handling multiple projects with different deadlines.
Ability to synthesize information from a variety of sources into solutions.
Basic to intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including frequent standing, moving, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds; constant use of hands and talking/hearing; occasional sitting and tasting/smelling.

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 temperatures of vessel and shore tanks using methods established by company and American Petroleum Institute procedures.
Follow safety standards and perform work efficiently 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 the SGS Ship Inspection Report (SIR) and/or Site Acceptance Test (SAT) systems.
Work cooperatively with client representatives, U.S. Customs, vessel personnel, government agents, and shore facility personnel.
Communicate regularly with business unit office staff about job status, problems, and concerns.
Maintain knowledge of and adhere to current industry, client, and SGS internal standards, policies, and procedures.
Follow the SGS Code of Integrity and company safety practices.
Assist with other assigned branch duties related to back-office support and housekeeping.
Perform other duties as assigned.