Agriculture Inspector – Sampling & Vessel Inspection

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

We’re looking for an Agriculture Inspector who specializes in sampling, draft surveys, and vessel inspections of bulk and bagged agricultural commodities. Ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with international standards like GAFTA, ISO, and ASTM..

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct inspections of vessels, warehouses, and storage facilities for agricultural cargo.
• Perform sampling of bulk, bagged, and stockpiled commodities following international standards.
• Ensure compliance with quality inspection procedures and international standards such as GAFTA, ISO, ASTM for sampling, sample preparation, and moisture determination.
• Monitor and report cargo condition, moisture content, and storage practices.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, sample analysis, and reporting results.
• Coordinate with internal teams and clients for inspection schedules and reporting.

Commodities Handled:

• Grains: Wheat, Barley, Corn, Soybean
• Oilseeds: Sunflower Seeds, Rapeseed
• Fertilizers: Granular Urea, DAP, MOP, SOP
• Feed Ingredients: Soybean Meal, Corn Gluten Meal
• Other Agri Products: Sugar, Rice, Pulses

• Proven experience in agriculture inspection, sampling, and moisture analysis.
• Knowledge of international standards for sampling and sample preparation (GAFTA, ISO, ASTM).
• Experience in vessel and warehouse inspections for agricultural cargo handling and storage.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate inspection records
• Analytical and observational skills for quality verification.
• Knowledge of agricultural commodity handling, storage, and sampling techniques.
• Ability to work independently in field and port conditions.
• Effective communication skills for reporting and coordination with clients and teams.

This role offers an opportunity to apply your technical expertise in specialized agricultural inspections, contributing to the global standardization and integrity of agricultural commodities.