Job Purpose

The Inspector I performs basic inspection work in petroleum, petrochemical, gas, grain, oils and fats terminals and refineries; also performs inspection work on board barges and ships following industry standards and the procedures published by API, Fosfa, Gafta and Saybolt.

 General Responsibilities

Inspector I, shall assist other inspectors from the department and Account Managers in his responsibility duties of the location.

Inspectors I, are responsible for the efficient work within the location, so that he can meet client needs accurately and in time.

Inspectors I, may work at different locations and on offshore operations as requested by the company.

The functions to be developed by the Inspectors, are mainly included within the port activity and sometimes offshore on high seas, so that the development and fulfillment of the functions of the description of each Job, including the specific service of standby, constitute a function of the job and are carried out within the ordinary working day,  as long as they are carried out as effective working time.

Is responsible for and takes care of running the operation at the lowest possible costs, while meeting the requirements for safety, quality of service and maintenance of assets. Inspector I must ensure full cooperation with his department and his Managers on all assignments. 

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Must follow all company procedures as established by Saybolt and Core Laboratories, including but not limited to HSE Manual, Accounting Policies & Procedures, Saybolt Administration Instruction Letter, IT procedures, Ethics Policy, Saybolt Compliance Code, etc.  Must keep himself updated and aware of all updates and act accordingly.

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Inspectors I, reports directly to Inspection Account Managers.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or experience:

·        A high school diploma or equivalent (general education degree). 

·        1 year as an Inspector or related experience.

·        Good verbal and written knowledge of local language and English.

·        Proficient user of MS Office.

Job Knowledge:

All kind of possible samplings & measurements. Capable to perform any kind of Inspection vessel and shore with a supervision of a higher level Inpector or Account Manager.

Mathematical skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and quantities (linear, volumetric, or weight) and to read and interpolate applicable data and tables.

Social skills:

• Good communication skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Team building skills.

Competencies

Jobs requiring autonomous execution, usually reasoning initiative by the workers responsible for their execution, acting under supervision, the responsibility for them, may be helped by one or more other employees, as well as the basic use of English language needed to perform the job. High Supervision of the performed jobs by high level Inspector and or Account Managers.

Perform visual cleanliness inspections of tanks including entering confined spaces.

Verify the accuracy of measurement and sampling equipment.

Work safely in the presence of hazardous materials as defined in the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheets.

Take product measurements and samples; accurately and promptly perform related calculations; complete required reports and forms clearly and promptly; perform inventories; do non-petroleum or chemical inspection assignments.

Perform other inspection department duties assigned by the Manager or Coordinator.

Exercise procedural, safety and quality requirements specified in Saybolt procedures manuals, the Global Safety Manual, and Core Laboratories/Saybolt company polices.

Attend training and pass appropriate examinations in petroleum, chemical, Fosfa, Gafta and gas inspection procedures, including Right-to-Know training, hazardous materials transportation, and other safety training required by applicable regulations.

Gain knowledge of basic and advanced laboratory procedures through cross training in laboratory.

Maintain all material and installations in clean and good condition at every moment.

Perform sample disposal and take under control the stocks of the materials needed to perform his job.

Other Information

Certificates, licenses and registrations:

·        Inspectors must have a vehicle in good, safe operating condition that can be used on the job for both personal and sample transportation in all ambient weather conditions.  Vehicles used for sample transportation must be able to accommodate the secondary sample containers issued for sample transportation. 

·        Inspectors are required to maintain the proper levels of automobile liability insurance and meet all state requirements on vehicles used for Saybolt assignments.

·        Inspectors must also maintain a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

·        Local travel and occasional out-of-town assignments are required.

Physical demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with certain disabilities to perform the essential functions when safety is not compromised.

·        The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 Kilograms, and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 Kilograms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions when safety is not compromised.

·        While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

At any time, the company can assign other duties as deemed necessary.

Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.