Cargo Inspector

GPMutual; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A global testing and certification company is seeking a Cargo Inspector in Ellesmere Port. This role involves performing measurements, reporting results, and working as part of a 24/7 operational team. Ideal candidates should have experience in oil or chemical industries, communication skills, and a valid driving license. The position includes a competitive salary of £30,477 plus benefits, including bonuses and medical cover.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

Private medical cover

Competitive pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Retailer discounts

Enhanced parental leave

Christmas vouchers

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Birthday off

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work.
• Experience in oil and/or chemical industry or relevant qualifications.
• Willing to work unsociable hours.
• Hold a valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Perform measurement activities and visual observations.
• Record and report results for accurate load quantities.
• Work as part of a 24/7 operational team.
• Communicate with colleagues, clients, and third parties.

Skills

Physical stamina

Excellent communication

Job description

Overview

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognised as the global benchmark for sustainability, 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. Our brand promise - when you need to be sure - underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability. SGS's Natural Resources business line powers the mining, energy, and resource sectors with expert testing, inspection, and certification. From exploration to trade, SGS helps clients boost efficiency, stay compliant, and reduce risk-backed by cutting-edge labs, digital tools, and a global network.

Role: Cargo Inspector

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Ellesmere Port

Industry: Oil and Gas

Salary: £30,477, plus company vehicle

Responsibilities

• 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 24/7, 365-day operational 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.

Role requirements / Physical demands

• The role can be physically demanding and will involve working at heights, confined spaces, and potentially on vessels at sea.

Qualifications

• Be able to perform often physically demanding outdoor work.
• Have experience in an 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.
• Willing and able to work unsociable hours.
• Hold a valid driving license.

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous annual leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of service awards
• Christmas vouchers
• Health & wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted gym membership

Equal Opportunity

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

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