Petroleum Inspector

SGS•Beaumont, TX

3d•$22 - $30

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 works in accordance with client requirements, SGS Operational Excellence practices, and industry standards. The role involves physically sampling, measuring, and taking temperatures of vessel and shore tanks using methods specified by company and American Petroleum Institute (API) procedures. The inspector calculates and reports transfer quantities, completes required reports using SGS Ship Inspection Report (SIR) and/or Site Acceptance Test (SAT) systems, and works with clients, vessel personnel, government agents, customs, and shore facility personnel. The position also requires communication with business-unit office staff, adherence to current standards and safety practices, and occasional branch support duties.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Valid driver's license; must maintain a valid license during employment.
Continue gaining professional knowledge and expertise.
Use established procedures to solve routine or standard problems and perform structured assignments without varying from procedures.
Basic English language skills.
Basic mathematical 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, both internally and when representing the organization.
Flexibility to accept changes in instructions on short notice.
Dependability and reliability, including regular 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 physical demands of the job, including frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.

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

Sample, measure, and take the temperature of vessel and shore tanks using applicable company and API procedures.
Follow safety standards and perform work efficiently within defined technical processes and procedures.
Calculate and report quantities of bulk liquid or gaseous hydrocarbons transferred and complete full reconciliations.
Complete required reports and forms using SGS Ship Inspection Report (SIR) and/or Site Acceptance Test (SAT) systems.
Cooperate with client representatives, US 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.
Work ethically in accordance with the SGS Code of Integrity and company safety practices.
Assist with other branch duties, including back-office support and housekeeping, as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.