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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Cargo Inspector Trainee

Inspection & TestConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSpijkenisse, NetherlandsNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Hold a valid category B driving licence.
  • Have an affinity with the Port of Rotterdam through education, an internship, or work experience, and live in Spijkenisse or the surrounding area.
  • Have no fear of heights, water, or confined spaces.
  • Be willing to learn through on-the-job training, curious, and willing to ask questions.
  • Have communication and numeracy skills.
  • Have a good command of Dutch and English.
  • Be able to use computers and Microsoft Office.
  • Hold a VCA certificate or be willing to obtain one.
  • Have completed an MBO or HBO education in Transport, Shipping, or Logistics.
  • Be willing to work safely.
  • A reference check and a valid Certificate of Conduct (VOG) may be part of the application process.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect liquid cargo on ships, tank trucks, land tanks, and rail wagons, including petrochemical products and gases.
  • Take cargo samples for laboratory analysis by colleagues.
  • Perform cleanliness inspections, various measurements, and quantity calculations.
  • Work with the laboratory, customer service department, coordinators, trainers, colleagues, customers, and terminals.
  • Start in a two-shift schedule and move to a five-shift schedule during or after training.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of and experience with petrochemical products is a plus.
  • Candidates studying for the Advanced Port Operations Employee or Port Operations Coordinator qualification, including a BBL work-study route, are invited to discuss a work-study placement.

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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