Quality Assurance Inspector - Dredge Inspections - Contract

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

SGS is currently looking for a Quality Assurance Inspector (Dredge Inspections) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.  The work will be assigned on an as-needed basis, and the frequency of visits may be multiple days per week, depending on project requirements. The duration of each assignment is expected to range from three (3) to six (6) months, with the potential for further extension based on project needs and performance.

The inspector will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement/sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc.

Scope of work:

The scope of work includes monitor and verifying that all dredging operations comply with project specifications, regulatory standards, and environmental requirements. Scope also includes inspecting equipment, reviewing documentation, monitoring work processes, and validating the final results.

• Must have at least one of the following: AWS / CWI / CSWIP or API 510/API 570   
• Minimum of five (5) years industrial inspection experience.  Two (2) of these years should be in Quality Assurance inspector for dredge inspections services.
• Minimum of 5 - 10 years of industry experience.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of dredging inspection requirements.
• Off-shore/subsea inspection experience.          
• Work schedule is Monday to Friday – 8 to 10 hours/day
• Hourly rate – $45 to $50/hr + $0.70/km
• If the inspection site is beyond a round trip of 200 miles from the inspector place of residence, a per diem may be considered.
• The inspector will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement/sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, 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.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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