Petroleum Inspector

SGS; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading inspection firm is seeking a Petroleum Inspector based in Dubai. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering along with 7 years of core petroleum inspection experience. Candidates must be fluent in English, capable of physically demanding tasks, and willing to adhere to safety standards. The job involves quantity determinations, sampling, and direct communication with clients and authorities to ensure accurate results. A flexible schedule is required, including extended hours as needed during busy periods.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of core petroleum inspection experience required.
• 3 years of experience specifically at Ruwais refinery and jetty.
• Familiarity with API/HM industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity determinations for petroleum products.
• Conduct sampling and inspections of petrochemicals.
• Physically measure and record tank temperatures.

Skills

Core petroleum inspection experience

Interpersonal and communication skills

Mathematics proficiency

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Calibration tables

SCBA equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity determinations according to industry standards for various commodities including petroleum products and crude in various containers such as shore tanks vessel tanks ISO tanks/drums and tank trucks.
• Conduct sampling as per industry standards with knowledge of various sampling methods including running all level spot upper/middle/lower and dead bottom. Well versed in the different types of samplers utilized in the petroleum industry.
• Conduct inspections of petrochemicals collecting samples for laboratory analysis retention and clients.
• Physically measure and record the temperature of shore tanks using various methods in accordance with company and API procedures.
• Calculate and report transferred quantities conducting thorough reconciliations and capable of performing voyage analysis.
• Work in cooperation with clients representatives vessel agents vessel personnel expeditors superintendents government agents/authorities and shore facility personnel to ensure accurate results are achieved.
• Maintain regular communication with office staff with reference to job status problems concerns etc.

Qualifications

• Engineering or equivalent bachelors degree 7 Years of Core petroleum inspection experience.
• 3 Years of working experience in Ruwais refinery and jetty handling of petroleum and Crude / LPG / LNG / Urea / Sulphur Etc...
• Familiar with industry standards such as API/HM in the petroleum sector.
• Preferred to have valid IFIA Petroleum Inspector Certification
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate information and respond to queries both within and outside the organization.
• Proficiency in basic mathematics including the ability to interpolate calculations for trim list and VCF calculations. Must be capable of interpreting ship calibration tables in both Imperial and Metric systems.
• Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.
• Physical Requirements
  • Physically fit to work in confined spaces if needed after training.
  • Physically fit and able to climb storage tank ladders and stairs typically 25 to 35 meters in height.
  • Physically fit and able to climb vessel gangways stairs pilot ladder etc.
  • Capable of carrying up to 67 kg of samples gear or equipment.
  • Capable to work in adverse weather conditions such as rain heat cold etc.
  • Must be able to differentiate between colors accurately by sight.
  • Must NOT be color blind.
  • Ready to shave (clean shave face) as the working site requires using a face mask for safety purposes.
• Safety Compliance Willingness to adhere to safety requirements including the use of safety equipment like SCBA and respirators if necessary.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate extended hours evening weekend and holiday work based on SGS and customer needs.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple projects with varying deadlines.
• Other Requirements No phobias related to water heights or tolerable smells of working commodities. Must be willing to travel by boat helicopter or GA aircraft as needed.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Fulltime