Team Lead, Field - SGS

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Summary

Responsible for the overall supervision and performance of quantity and quality determination inspections of ships, barges, shore tanks, and pipeline transfers of petroleum, petrochemical and chemical products.

• Assures correct execution of Field assignments according to client requirements, ASTM/API and Company policies and procedures
• Assures correct and complete Field reporting e.g. SAT.
• Assures safe execution of Field assignments as per Company/Terminal Safety Program
• Confirms quantities with local terminal personnel when required.
• Liaison and collaboration with other Branch office personnel i.e. Coordinators, Dispatchers, Supervisors, Admin and Laboratory staff to ensure timely and effective communication between all stake holders.
• Cover for Coordinators/Dispatchers/Operations Supervisor/Manager as and when needed.
• Liaison with Laboratory at night and on weekends as needed
• Liaison with Clients regarding  reporting/job updating, and with Operations Manager/Supervisor regarding problems/concerns as needed
• Provides Field training for Inspection personnel as needed or as directed.
• Completes Training Agenda report regularly
• Completes Field Audits and monitors training performance and equipment
• This position may (directly or indirectly) manager or supervise employees and will be responsible for the overall direction,  coordination, and evaluation of these individuals. Executes responsibilities in accordance with applicable laws and the organization's policies which include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; managing employee timekeeping within the Kronos system; 
• Analyze work load to effectively and efficiently manage over time hours.
• Conduct regular employee meetings to ensure that all personnel are completely informed with regard to policies, procedures and performance issues, for their development and improvement.
• Conduct regular safety tool box meetings and manage Hazard reporting in Crystal.
• At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct
• Monitor field equipment condition and arrange for calibration/service/repairs as and when needed.
• Participate in work groups for special projects as and when needed.
• Manage and approve subordinate expenses in i-Expense.
• Performs all of the duties and responsibilities of a Senior Inspector as needed/assigned
• Comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct at all times.
   

• High School degree or general education degree (GED).
• A minimum five (5) years field experience and two (2) years Supervisory experience in the Inspection Industry with strong working knowledge of required reporting procedures.
• Position requires incumbent to work weekends and to be on call 24/7 when needed, to meet business commitments.
• Must be able to work with all chemical, petrochemical, and petroleum products.
• Must be able to climb, bend and stretch without restriction.
• Ability to build and lead an effective team and foster a sense of collaboration to achieve goals.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, while directing numerous projects concurrently with different deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Position  requires  a  dependable  and  reliable  individual;  whose  daily presence  adds  to  the success of the Department.
• Must have experience working in assigned Terminals and be familiar with their policies and procedures.
• Ability to recognize potential field issues/problems and use initiative to resolve pro-actively.
• Ability to give/receive constructive criticism without prejudice in order to hone skills and correct deficiencies.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and utilize a respirator.
• At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct
• Stand: None
• Move or traverse: None
• Sit: None
• Use hands: None
• Reach with hands and arms: None
• Climb or balance: None
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: None
• Talk/hear: None
• Taste/Smell: None
• Lift/carry/push or pull: None

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, genetics, status as a protected veteran, 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.

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