Inspector (Saldanha Bay)

To report on, inspections on Mineral commodities, in accordance with instructions received from Site Supervisor.

Train staff on site with regards to sampling and inspection

Administer risk assessments, permits to work, PPE hazard assessments, mini-risk assessments and check-statuses before inspections are done

Monitor field staff in terms of the efficiency of activities carried out.

Check timesheets for Blu staff based on supervision of staff

Compile field reports, photographs and detailed summaries for all inspections and upload to SharePoint.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain quality, efficiency and confidentiality of service

Liaise with site supervisor and arrange efficient allocation of staff that limits overtime and promotes safety

Continuously upgrade the quality of services offered

Establish, direct and review the system of application, recording, certification, filing, sample storage and field auditing

Communicate with sample prep and other branches/divisions and laboratory to achieve the required turnaround time for all submitted samples

Assign 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 supervisor

Implementation 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 inspections

To 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 claims

General office duties.

Proper implementation of SIR promptly and other SGS platforms needed for inspections

Attend to inspection operation of Mineral cargoes following International Standards and Company Q.A policies and mandate given by the principal

To carry out and/or supervise all weighing operations if required by the mandate

To 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 activities

Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

Comply 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 regulations

Stop 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 immediately

Ensure 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 Authorities

Coordinate and report on inspections timely

Communicate with the client with accurate & honest findings from inspection

Guide and assist junior staff and samplers on site

Only authorized staff have the authority to express opinions and interpretations related to results.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

100% usage of SIR

Timely reporting of inspections

Little to no customer complaints

Execution of inspections in line with MO & RAM

Monitoring of staff time on site

COMPLIANCE & AUTHORITY

Compliant with all SGS HSEQ and HR policies and procedures

Granted sufficient authority to achieve the given responsibilities as per relevant SGS Authority policies

Responsible for the daily safety and health of employees on behalf of SGS upper management and for raising issues with SGS upper management where required

Keep up to date on SGS inspection policies and procedures. Apply the necessary policy to all inspections to avoid misunderstandings during inspections

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Matric [minimum], preferably with Maths and Science.

Post-matric qualification in sampling and inspection services

Languages: Proficiency in English (Read, Speak, Write)

Any other languages an added advantage

Typing Skills

Computer literacy in Word and Excel

Calculation capability — to ensure accurate scoring of client’s results

Technical Report writing ability

Tallying and data capturing

More than 5years experience

REQUIRED SKILLS

Competency

Attention to detail

Operate under minimum supervision

Good interpersonal skills towards colleagues, customers, and suppliers.

Ability to work under pressure.