Inspector

SGS; City of Monash; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Paid parental leave

Volunteer day

Wellbeing program

Career development

Job summary

SGS Australia is seeking an Inspector in Victoria to conduct inspections of agricultural commodities and shipments, ensuring compliance with industry and government requirements. The role focuses on field-based inspections and delivering trusted services to customers across Australia.

You will prepare clear inspection reports, liaise with clients, and develop the necessary skills and qualifications for the role.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge within the agricultural industry, commodity inspection, export services or a related sector is highly regarded.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of agricultural commodity exports and domestic trade shipments.
• Perform export commodity inspections in accordance with Trade Assurance Services contracts and regulatory requirements.
• Complete accurate inspection reports and documentation within required timeframes.
• Liaise with customers to understand and meet their inspection requirements.
• Maintain and develop the skills, knowledge and qualifications required for the role.

Skills

Organised

Reliable

Strong communicator

Detail-oriented

Safety conscious

Job description

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,600 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

Job Description

Looking for a role where no two days are the same? Join SGS, the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company, and play an important role supporting Australia's agricultural export and domestic trade industries.

We're seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Inspector to join our team in Victoria. In this hands-on role, you'll conduct inspections of agricultural commodities, ensure compliance with industry and government requirements, and help deliver trusted services to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of agricultural commodity exports and domestic trade shipments.
• Perform export commodity inspections in accordance with Trade Assurance Services contracts and regulatory requirements.
• Complete accurate inspection reports and documentation within required timeframes.
• Liaise with customers to understand and meet their inspection requirements.
• Maintain and develop the skills, knowledge and qualifications required for the role.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• A strong communicator with a customer-focused approach.
• Detail-oriented with excellent record-keeping skills.
• Committed to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working in varied environments and performing field-based inspections.

Qualifications

• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Experience or knowledge within the agricultural industry, commodity inspection, export services or a related sector is highly regarded.
• Australian Government Authorised Officer PGG3001 and BVI3001 accreditation is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

WHY WORK FOR SGS?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.

• As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
• Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
• Corporate health & wellbeing offersOngoing learning & development
• Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
• SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU

SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.