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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Técnico de terreno

Environmental SciencesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAntofagasta, ChileNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Reside in Antofagasta.
  • Have a technical-level, higher technical, or university-level education in Chemical, Environmental, Mining, or Metallurgical Engineering, or a related technical career, with experience in the field.
  • Have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Have internal or external training in sampling potable, wastewater, surface water, groundwater, sediments, or similar, measuring in-situ parameters such as pH, conductivity, temperature, turbidity, chlorine, dissolved oxygen, and flow, and monitoring air or soils.
  • Know operational procedures for sampling water, sediments, or air.
  • Have user-level computer skills.
  • Know technical regulations, including NCh409, NCh411, NCh 5667, and the SISS operating manual.
  • Know the internal management system and procedures applicable to the area, including NCh-ISO 17020:2012.
  • Be medically fit to perform work at high altitude.
  • Hold a class B driver’s license with at least two years’ seniority and have a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct environmental sampling activities, including water, sediment, and air sampling, in accordance with technical guidelines and applicable regulations.
  • Care for and operate the required equipment, vehicles, and supplies, promptly reporting damage or replacement needs.
  • Follow internal operating regulations, including daily documentation of all work-related activities.
  • Apply safety standards, control measures, and organizational and environmental policies.
  • Use personal protective equipment and all required materials to perform tasks safely and to a high standard.
  • Check and adjust field equipment as needed to ensure the functionality and accuracy of tools used in environmental inspections.
  • Deliver and ensure the quality of samples and/or measurements for each assigned service, meeting technical standards and deadlines.
  • Record and enter sampling activity data—including in-situ measurements, observations, and discrete and/or composite sampling data—in company-provided systems.
  • Safeguard the integrity of sampled specimens, ensuring uninterrupted traceability and comprehensive records in designated documents and/or systems.
  • Maintain clear, orderly, and complete records.
  • Follow established hygiene and safety measures, including proper use and maintenance of safety equipment.
  • Promptly report identified risks through the appropriate channels.
  • Apply technical, quality, safety, and/or environmental knowledge gained through internal and external training, workshops, and conferences to improve work performance and maintain professional standards.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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