Petroleum Sampler

SGS•Saint John, NB

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The sampler takes samples of various petroleum or chemical products. The purpose of the sampling is to obtain a representative portion of products from ships, barges and shore tanks.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent)
0 to 1 year of relevant work experience required or equivalent experience through education.
Minimum 1 year of experience in a production or manufacturing sector role.
Valid local driver’s license, Class 5
Must be meticulous and punctual when performing tasks associated with petroleum sampling.
Demonstrated willingness to work and learn more about the marine/petroleum industry, with a focus on the quantity and quality of sampling and the monitoring of custody transfers.
Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.
Ability to work well with others & independently.
Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
Works well under pressure.
Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a petroleum-related field would be an asset.
Excellent math skills would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Always work in a safe manner and according to company and terminal procedures.
Learn and apply appropriate procedures associated with sampling and custody transfers.
Sample shore-based tanks or vessels according to established procedures to obtain representative samples using various methods imposed by the company and/or ASTM or API procedures.
Identify and correctly enter all required data on sample labels.
Communicate with Senior Petroleum Product Inspectors about work orders.
Assist Senior Inspectors with vessel sampling.
Ensure that all equipment is clean and properly calibrated and that the calibration data has been recorded before any equipment can be used.
Clean and maintain inspection equipment.
Ensure that all relevant data is correctly recorded in documents or files.
Read and review available API/ASTM procedures and manuals related to our business line.
Understand and follow terminal work order instructions for each sampling or custody transfer.
Follow the Senior Inspector’s or the Laboratory Supervisor’s instructions for cleaning sample bottles, removing samples and replenishing shelves with new or clean bottles.
Communicate with terminal representatives and monitor transfer activities or vessels to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner.
Clean and maintain company trucks.
Ensure the cleanliness of workstations, equipment rooms, locker rooms and inspection rooms.
Various special or ad hoc projects could be assigned on occasion.