Inspector (Saldanha Bay)

Inspector (Saldanha Bay)Full-timeCompany DescriptionSGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We are recognised as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, we operate a network of more than 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.Job DescriptionTo report on, inspections on Mineral commodities, in accordance with instructions received from Site Supervisor.Train staff on site with regards to sampling and inspectionAdminister risk assessments, permits to work, PPE hazard assessments, mini-risk assessments and check-statuses before inspections are doneMonitor field staff in terms of the efficiency of activities carried out.Check timesheets for Blu staff based on supervision of staffCompile field reports, photographs and detailed summaries for all inspections and upload to SharePoint.SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESMaintain quality, efficiency and confidentiality of serviceLiaise with site supervisor and arrange efficient allocation of staff that limits overtime and promotes safetyContinuously upgrade the quality of services offeredEstablish, direct and review the system of application, recording, certification, filing, sample storage and field auditingCommunicate with sample prep and other branches/divisions and laboratory to achieve the required turnaround time for all submitted samplesAssign duties [and assist when necessary] in the coordination of shipments and other fieldwork.Provide daily updates to commodity coordinator.Assist in the efficient administrative running of the office as instructed by site supervisorImplementation of cost control measures mainly with respect to proper allocation of staff and PPE usage on the field.Liaise with warehouse and port personnel and arrange inspectionsTo ensure compliance with all the requirements of the inspection order (mission order and risk assessment)Keep direct superior informed regarding progress and/or non-conformance. Implement needed corrective action.Assist in continuously upgrading the quality of services offered, in support of the "Customer Services" policy and minimize client complaints and claimsGeneral office duties.Proper implementation of SIR promptly and other SGS platforms needed for inspectionsAttend to inspection operation of Mineral cargoes following International Standards and Company Q.A policies and mandate given by the principalTo carry out and/or supervise all weighing operations if required by the mandateTo carry out and/or supervise all sampling and sample preparation operations if required by the mandate including submittal of sample with sample submission form.To ensure compliance with all the requirements of the inspection order.Keep direct superior informed regarding progress and/or non-conformance.Perform any other reasonable tasks assigned by direct line manager/site supervisor.To ensure the planning of tests, sampling and evaluation of results.To assign [and assist] and/or supervise the performance of tests and sampling.Train staff on site to achieve quality in sampling activitiesQuality, Health, Safety & Environmental ResponsibilitiesComply with all SGS Quality and safety management system and PPE requirements.Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions, and incidents immediately.Handle commodities and equipment safely according to MSDS and SOPs/Work Instructions/Mission order/ISO Standards etc.Participate in safety training, toolbox talks and safety initiatives.Conduct safety training and toolbox talks with field operators.Ensure proper waste disposal according to environmental regulationsStop work if unsafe conditions are identified.Always maintain a 5-S-compliant level of housekeeping at your workstation.Conduct daily vehicle inspections before use.Adhere to road safety regulations and SGS Transportation procedures.Report accidents, near misses, and vehicle defects immediatelyEnsure safe loading and securing of samples.Follow company Travel management and transportation procedures.Participate in emergency drills.Report deviations and communicate instructions to improve and maintain the quality system.Specific AuthoritiesCoordinate and report on inspections timelyCommunicate with the client with accurate & honest findings from inspectionGuide and assist junior staff and samplers on siteOnly authorized staff have the authority to express opinions and interpretations related to results.KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS100% usage of SIRTimely reporting of inspectionsLittle to no customer complaintsExecution of inspections in line with MO & RAMMonitoring of staff time on siteCOMPLIANCE & AUTHORITYCompliant with all SGS HSEQ and HR policies and proceduresGranted sufficient authority to achieve the given responsibilities as per relevant SGS Authority policiesResponsible for the daily safety and health of employees on behalf of SGS upper management and for raising issues with SGS upper management where requiredKeep up to date on SGS inspection policies and procedures. Apply the necessary policy to all inspections to avoid misunderstandings during inspectionsAdhere to all QHSE requirements of the SGS management systems.QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEMatric [minimum], preferably with Maths and Science.Post-matric qualification in sampling and inspection servicesLanguages: Proficiency in English (Read, Speak, Write)Any other languages an added advantageTyping SkillsComputer literacy in Word and ExcelCalculation capability — to ensure accurate scoring of client’s resultsTechnical Report writing abilityTallying and data capturingMore than 5years experienceAdditional InformationREQUIRED SKILLSCompetencyAttention to detailOperate under minimum supervisionGood interpersonal skills towards colleagues, customers, and suppliers.Ability to work under pressure.By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyJob LocationGoogle Maps requires functional cookies to be enabledI'm interestedI'm interestedPrivacy Notice