Petroleum Sampler

SGS; Saint John; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS in Saint John, NB, is seeking a Petroleum Sampling Assistant to collect representative samples from ships, barges and shore tanks. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy in labeling and data entry, and adherence to API/ASTM procedures.

The successful candidate will work flexible hours, including weekends and on-call shifts, with opportunities to learn advanced sampling techniques and support senior inspectors.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Experience: 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.
• Must be meticulous and punctual when performing tasks associated with petroleum sampling.
• Demonstrates 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.

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.

Skills

Math

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

We are SGS the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

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.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Experience: 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
• Experience in a petroleum-related field would be an asset.
• Excellent math skills would be an asset.
• 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.
• Extended hours may be required from time to time.
• Willingness to work irregular hours according to sample schedules (days, nights, weekends and holidays).
• Available to work weekends and on call 24 hours a day.
• Travel to other SGS locations may be expected from time to time.
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.

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