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SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

At SGS, we have an open corporate and international culture, we offer a dynamic work environment in a leading global company. Our high professional standards and our sustainability approach guarantee you a future-oriented work environment. We invest in our employees for the long term and we are committed to supporting your development within the company.

• Role: Cargo Inspector
• Job Type: Permanent
• Salary: Competitive
• Location: Ellesmere Port, CH653EN
• Hours: Average 40 hours per week, variable working patterns

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
• 24 days Annual Leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Birthday Leave Scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• Christmas Vouchers.

Are you seeking a position that will offer you a great opportunity to train and develop new skills as an Inspector in a world leading inspection testing company?

As a Cargo Inspector with SGS, you'll be responsible for ensuring the integrity of shipments. You will perform sampling of cargo and take measurements to complete calculations for the accurate reporting to the client. You'll provide independent assessment of the quantity and quality of materials including Crude Oil, Petroleum Products, Petrochemicals and Petroleum Gases.

Key responsibilities include:

• 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.
• Communicating and coordinating with colleagues, clients and third parties regarding operations including any delays and any/all potential impacts on work execution.

The role of Cargo Inspector can be physically demanding and will involve:

• Working at heights
• Confined spaces
• 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.

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

• Physical resilience and adaptability - able to perform often physically demanding outdoor work
• Flexibility to work irregular hours - Working as part of a 24/7, 365-day operational team
• Have experience in a Oil and/ or Chemical related industry ideally with prior Inspection experience, or alternatively experienced working at sea in various capacities, or relevant science/nautical qualification and a willingness to learn.
• Hold a full valid driving license for use in the UK
  
  

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