Cargo Inspector

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 95,000 employees, we operate a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories around the world.

Why join our team?

Our high-performance culture turns people into high achievers. We invest heavily in training and everyone is given the learning tools to perform in their roles. Beyond personal development we also encourage all our staff to engage with the business, and buy-in to their goals, ambitions and corporate values in a way that will inspire them to want to drive the business forward proactively and generate success.

• Role: Cargo Inspector
• Job Type: Permanent 
• Salary: Starting at £25,938 rising to £27,701 after certain courses are completed 
• Hours: Annual hours- Average 42 hours per week
• Location: Belfast

Benefits / perks:

• Company Vehicle 
• 10% annual bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private Medical Cover (after one year of employment) 
• 4-8% matching company pension contributions
• 4x Life Assurance
• Birthday Leave Scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• Christmas Vouchers.

Do you want to work for the world’s leading inspection testing, verification and certification company?

Do you want to be part of a growing, dynamic and successful team?

Would you be interested in a career in the oil and gas industry, where you work closely with clients to inspect, manage and document cargo shipments?

If so, SGS have an exciting opportunity for a Cargo Inspector to join our dynamic team in  Belfast

The role of Cargo Inspector

The role of Cargo Inspector is to provide independent assessment of the quantity and quality of materials including Crude Oil, Petroleum Products, Petrochemicals and Petroleum Gases. You will perform sampling of cargo and take measurements to complete calculations for the accurate reporting to the client. The position will involve:

• Following standard practices to perform measurement activities including visual observations, volumetric/temperature measurements, and representative sampling of petrochemical products.
• Recording and reporting results of the measurement activities to determine accurate load/ discharge/ transfer quantities in compliance with industry practices using relevant systems.
• Working as part of a 24/7operational team to ensure all operations are covered in an effective and efficient manner, including local laboratory teams.
• Communicating and coordinating with colleagues, clients and third parties regarding operations including any delays and any/all potential impacts on work execution.
• Maintaining PPE, measurement and sampling equipment to ensure calibration, fitness for purpose and cleanliness.
• Identifying, reporting and where possible addressing potential H&S hazards in line with 18001 certification.

The role of Inspector can be physically demanding and will involve both working at heights, in confined spaces and potentially on vessels at sea. SGS will ensure you are provided with the relevant training, coaching and mentoring, along with correct equipment and PPE to ensure you safely perform in the role to the best of your ability.

Due to the nature of the business, the role of Inspector will require flexibility with hours of work to fit with shipping/tide times. 

What we look for in our Inspectors?

We require our Inspectors to have the following skills, experience and knowledge:

• Be computer literate in use of Microsoft packages.
• Be numerate and literate with an attention to detail.
• Willing and able to work unsociable hours.
• Possess effective interpersonal, teamworking and time management skills (operating to often conflicting/tight deadlines).
• Be able to perform often physically demanding outdoor work.
• Have experience in a Oil and/ or Chemical related industry ideally with prior Inspection experience, or alternatively offshore, shipping, sea going experience or a relevant science/nautical qualification and a willingness to learn.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Hold a valid driving license.

APPLY NOW for full consideration, you can be sure that your application will be treated confidentially and impartially, and you will always receive an update within 10 business days