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SGS’s Natural Resources business line powers the petrochemical, mining, energy, and resource sectors with expert testing, inspection, and certification. From exploration to trade, SGS helps clients boost efficiency, stay compliant, and reduce risk—backed by cutting-edge labs, digital tools, and a global network.

• Job title: Marine Cargo Inspector
• Job Type: Permanent
•  Location: West Thurrock 
• Salary: £35,300-£39,900, (depending on level of experience), including company vehicle
• Hours: Annualised hours contract- Average 48 hours per week (Work arrangements are around ship/ vessel timings, you will need to be flexible to work weekdays and weekends)
• Industry: Oil, Gas and Chemicals

Due to the nature of this role and business requirements, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Step ashore and build your career with a global leader.

Are you currently working at sea or within the maritime industry and looking for your next challenge onshore? Whether you are deck or engineering crew, or part of a vessel management team, this could be the perfect opportunity to bring your experience into a new and rewarding career path.

At SGS, we’re looking for a motivated and hands-on Cargo Inspector to join our team. This role offers full training, development and long-term career progression within a world-leading inspection, testing and certification company.

What you’ll be doing:

As a Cargo Inspector, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of global cargo movements. Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out sampling and measurement of cargoes including Crude Oil, Petroleum Products, Petrochemicals and Gases
• Performing inspections such as visual checks, temperature and volume measurements, and drawing representative samples of cargos
• Accurately recording data and completing calculations to determine load, discharge and transfer quantities using SGS reporting tools
• Working closely with colleagues, clients, terminals and third parties to ensure smooth operations and communicate any delays or issues

Why this role could be ideal for you:

If you come from a seagoing and maritime background, this is a great opportunity to transition ashore while still using your technical knowledge and operational experience. Your understanding of cargo operations, vessel procedures and safety standards will be highly valued.

What we’re looking for:

We’re keen to hear from candidates who have been at sea in roles such as:

• First / Second / Third Officers
• First / Second / Third Engineers
• Pumpman
• Bosun
• Vessel operations or vessel management

In addition, you will have:

• Physical resilience and adaptability to work in demanding environments
• Flexibility to work as part of a 24/7 operation
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• A full UK driving licence

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, 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.

APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly.