Company Description

Make a Difference with SGS!

With more than 89,000 employees and 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide, SGS is the driving force behind efforts to ensure the quality and integrity of services provided to businesses across nine industries.

As the world’s leading provider of inspection, verification, testing, and certification services, SGS has been ranked by Forbes among the world’s best multinational companies and most innovative companies. The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices have also recognized SGS for its sustainability practices.

In Canada, SGS employs more than 2,000 team members across 70 locations.

Job Description

• Ensure the safe operation of the terminal while remaining aware of the importance of maintaining personal safety and the safety of coworkers.

• Understand and comply with the client’s health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and standards.

• Understand and identify hazards present at the worksite.

• Work safely by wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and take the necessary measures to eliminate hazardous conditions as quickly as possible.

• Ensure the reliable operation of the terminal by regularly and carefully monitoring equipment conditions and communicating any issues to the facility supervisor as they arise.

• Issue or authorize work permits in accordance with company standards.

• Manage the receipt and shipment of products by vessel and transfer lines into and out of storage tanks.

• Serve as a member of the emergency response team and actively participate in emergency situations, including fires and spills, as required.

• Prepare detailed daily reports covering activities, operations, equipment issues, quality concerns, administrative matters, and other relevant information. Explain any deviations from planned activities and describe the measures taken to mitigate issues.

• Monitor transfer line and terminal activities to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, as well as client procedures and policies.

• Maintain effective communication with key stakeholders, including terminal and refinery operators, the marine team, and supply personnel.

• Perform quality control checks in accordance with established guidelines while critically assessing equipment performance. Inspect the site for any safety, environmental, or commercial concerns.

• Perform routine duties as assigned, including but not limited to preventive maintenance equipment inspections, snow removal, facility housekeeping, general administration and recordkeeping, replenishment of supplies, shipping, and receiving.

• Perform minor equipment maintenance, adjustments, calibration, and lubrication as required. Maintain pumps, valves, and motors, as well as start up, shut down, and troubleshoot process equipment.

• Isolate products and follow the appropriate lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.

• Collect product samples at scheduled intervals or whenever quality issues require it.

• Be able to perform all job functions on an ongoing basis.

• Maintain the skills and knowledge required for the position by reading and understanding new procedures and relevant changes to manuals and documentation.

• Participate in the development and revision of procedures. Develop work orders and the Management of Change (MOC) Manual.

• Conduct safety observations to ensure contractors remain committed to safe work practices while working on-site.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

• Experience: 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent relevant experience acquired through education.

• Experience working in marine terminal operations and, preferably, holding an industry competency certificate.

• Strong knowledge of all applicable government maritime regulations and standards, including ISGOTT, is a significant asset.

• Strong knowledge of WHMIS and TDG regulations.

• Valid driver's license.

• Maintain current certification in St. John Ambulance/First Aid, CPR, and automated external defibrillator (AED) use.

• Good verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.

• Ability and willingness to work day and night shifts, weekdays and weekends, rotating shifts, and on-call schedules, as well as overtime when required.

• Physical ability to perform all duties and responsibilities required of a Terminal and Transfer Line Operator.

• Comfortable working outdoors.

• Mechanical aptitude to understand and operate terminal systems and equipment.

• Mechanical skills required to perform minor maintenance on terminal equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to work with computer equipment.

• Strong computer skills, including Windows, Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, professional environment.

• Ability to work under pressure.

• Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions accurately and promptly while complying with safety procedures.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Strong work ethic and adaptability.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, assist others, and share skills and knowledge.

• Ability and willingness to learn and apply new skills.

• Willingness to take responsibility and uphold the company's standards of conduct in all work practices.

• Occasional travel to other SGS offices may be required.

• Ensure full compliance with company policies regarding occupational health and safety, the Code of Integrity, and the Code of Professional Conduct.

Additional Information

SGS Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing greater accessibility by offering accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout our hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request for qualified candidates at every stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for positions in Canada must be legally authorized to work in Canada.