Minerals Inspector

About this opportunity

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

We are looking for experienced Inspector – Minerals professionals to join our inspection team. The successful candidates will be responsible for conducting inspections, sampling, draft surveys, vessel hold inspections, and quality verification of bulk mineral and commodity cargoes in accordance with international standards.

The role requires hands-on experience in marine cargo inspections, bulk commodity sampling, moisture determination, and container inspections while ensuring compliance with client requirements and international inspection procedures.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform sampling, sample preparation, and moisture determination of bulk, bagged, containerized, and stockpile commodities.
• Conduct inspections in accordance with international standards such as ISO, ASTM, BS, and IS.
• Carry out Draft Surveys for vessels loading and discharging bulk cargo.
• Perform vessel hold inspections prior to loading using methods such as hose tests and Ultrasonic Leak Detection (ULD).
• Inspect cargo loading, unloading, container stuffing, and de-stuffing operations.
• Verify cargo quality, quantity, and condition during loading and discharge operations.
• Prepare inspection reports, survey reports, and supporting documentation accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with clients, vessel representatives, terminal personnel, and port authorities during inspection activities.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE procedures and industry best practices.

Commodities Experience

• Natural Commodities

• Chrome Ore (Lumpy), Manganese Ore, Ilmenite Ore, Laterite Ore, Bauxite Ore, Iron Ore & Concentrate, Natural Gypsum, Limestone, Dolomite etc..

• Processed Minerals & Metals

•   Cold DRI, HBI, HCFC, LCFC, Silico Manganese, Granular Sulphur, Granular Urea

• Energy Minerals

• Met Coke, Pet Coke, Calcined Coke, Various types of coal including Anthracite Coal, NUT Coke

• Non-Ferrous Minerals

• Copper Concentrate , Antimony concentrate

Skills required

• Practical experience conducting Draft Surveys.
• Experience performing vessel hold inspections, including hose testing and Ultrasonic Leak Detection (ULD).
• Strong knowledge of sampling techniques, sample preparation, and moisture determination.
• Experience with container stuffing and de-stuffing inspections.
• Working knowledge of international inspection standards including ISO, ASTM, BS, and IS.
• Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Willingness to work in ports, terminals, vessels, and outdoor environments.
• Flexibility to travel and work shifts when required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Geology, Mining, Metallurgy, Marine, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in minerals inspection, marine cargo inspection, or commodity inspection.

Source: SGS — Oman