Commodity Inspector

Scope of Assignment: The Inspector/Surveyor is responsible for conducting qualitative and quantitative verification of various products and related processes through field inspections, marine surveys, and/or audits according to company principles and client requirements.

Duties and Key Responsibilities:

Perform inspection and sampling of cargoes in containers, tanks, vessels, and other storage locations.Supervise the loading and discharge of commodities according to contract parameters, standards, and procedures.Calculate cargo quantity by manual counting, draft survey, volumetric measurement, and other metrology related to bulk, break bulk, and containerized goods.Conduct other measurements, as required (moisture, temperature, etc.) Transport commodity samples taken from the site to the office/sample preparation lab.Record details of the inspection, including photographs, and document findings using approved forms.Coordinate with client/terminal representatives for entry at the inspection site.Adhere to the company’s work ethics, standards, and proceduresEnsure that health and safety standards are properly observed, and report any incidents in relation to health and safety.Perform any other tasks as requested by the manager in relation to the operations of inspections.Willing to work in Cebu, Bacolod, or Iloilo.

Expected Educational & Professional Background:

Bachelor’s degree or diploma related to engineering, maritime, logistics, agriculture, and quality assurance is preferred but not required.Working experience as a surveyor/inspector in commodity inspection services for at least three (3) years with a strong background in loading and discharge supervision of various agricultural commodities.Able to identify cargo quantity by draft survey, volumetric measurement, and other metrology related to bulk, break bulk, and containerized goods.Familiarity with local/international trade, ISO9001, ISO17020, GAFTA, and FOSFA sampling is a plus.

Desired personal behaviors:

Ethical, i.e. fair truthful, sincere, honest, and discreet.Hands-on mentality, i.e. having a can-do and problem-solving attitude.Organized, i.e. exhibiting effective time management, prioritization, planning, and efficiency.Decisive, i.e. reach timely conclusions based on logical reasoning and analysis.Observant, i.e. actively aware of physical surroundings and activities.

Peterson and Control Union From our roots in agricultural inspections, Peterson and Control Union have been operating for nearly 100 years in the field of logistics, quality, certifications, and risk management. We started as a privately owned Dutch inspection company for grain, which was traded and transported on the rivers and canals of the Netherlands. We now employ more than 3,500 professionals and experts in more than 70 countries worldwide. Our scope of activities has expanded, the products and services range has grown, and our originally Dutch network now has true global reach. Our in-depth knowledge and experience covers all aspects of the supply chain in many industries including agriculture, energy, forestry, sustainability, and textiles. Control Union Certifications With its foundation in agriculture, Control Union Certifications has focused its efforts in developing services around the sustainability of the industry's supply chains which feed into the food, feed, bioenergy and textiles markets. With 'boots on the ground' in more than 70 countries, Control Union Certifications is uniquely placed to manage challenges with today's global marketplace. Control Union Commodity Inspections Our vast expertise in inspection, sampling and supervision enables us to provide worldwide support to our customers  across a broad spectrum of disciplines. From government and institution services and draught surveys through to weight and quantity determination – we provide our clients with the right solution, tailored to their needs.