Minerals Inspector
Summary
On-site inspector verifies quality, quantity, and condition of mineral cargo during loading, unloading, and storage, using international standards and specialized tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform sampling, sample preparation, and moisture determination of bulk, bagged, containerized, and stockpile commodities.
- Conduct inspections in accordance with international standards such as ISO, ASTM, BS, and IS.
- Carry out Draft Surveys for vessels loading and discharging bulk cargo.
- Perform vessel hold inspections prior to loading using methods such as hose tests and Ultrasonic Leak Detection (ULD).
- Inspect cargo loading, unloading, container stuffing, and de-stuffing operations.
- Verify cargo quality, quantity, and condition during loading and discharge operations.
- Prepare inspection reports, survey reports, and supporting documentation accurately and on time.
- Coordinate with clients, vessel representatives, terminal personnel, and port authorities during inspection activities.
- Ensure compliance with company HSE procedures and industry best practices.
Commodities Experience
Natural Commodities
Chrome Ore (Lumpy), Manganese Ore, Ilmenite Ore, Laterite Ore, Bauxite Ore, Iron Ore & Concentrate, Natural Gypsum, Limestone, Dolomite etc..
Processed Minerals & Metals
Cold DRI, HBI, HCFC, LCFC, Silico Manganese, Granular Sulphur, Granular Urea
Energy Minerals
- Met Coke, Pet Coke, Calcined Coke, Various types of coal including Anthracite Coal, NUT Coke
Non-Ferrous Minerals
- Copper Concentrate , Antimony concentrate
Skills required
- Practical experience conducting Draft Surveys.
- Experience performing vessel hold inspections, including hose testing and Ultrasonic Leak Detection (ULD).
- Strong knowledge of sampling techniques, sample preparation, and moisture determination.
- Experience with container stuffing and de-stuffing inspections.
- Working knowledge of international inspection standards including ISO, ASTM, BS, and IS.
- Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
- Good communication skills in English.
- Willingness to work in ports, terminals, vessels, and outdoor environments.
- Flexibility to travel and work shifts when required.
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Mining, Metallurgy, Marine, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in minerals inspection, marine cargo inspection, or commodity inspection.