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Freelance Junior Inspector – Commodities

Freelance Junior Inspector – Commodities

Cotecna InspectionVancouver, BC, Canada
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Overview :

We are seeking a Freelance Junior Inspector based in Vancouver, Canada , to perform port inspections . The role involves witnessing and documenting loading, weighing, and sampling processes , ensuring accuracy, compliance, and detailed reporting. This is a field role , ideal for professionals with maritime, logistics, or inspection experience.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Perform Visual Holds Inspections before loading
  • Witness and document vessel loading operations
  • Observe and record sampling processes
  • Witness and document weighing procedures , ensuring accurate scale readings
  • Maintain detailed, hourly records of all operations using provided templates
  • Provide real-time updates via WhatsApp reporting group
  • Prepare detailed inspection reports using provided templates

Optional Tasks :

  • Conduct Draft Surveys (Initial, Final, and Intermediate)
  • Seal holds upon completion of loading

    • Qualifications & Requirements :

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to document findings precisely
  • Ability to work independently in port environments
  • Good communication skills and access to a smartphone for real-time reporting
  • Availability for on-call assignments based on port schedules
  • Prior experience in marine cargo inspections, port operations, or quality control is preferred
  • Knowledge of weighing, sampling, and vessel loading procedures would be a plus

    • Preferred Qualifications (for Optional Tasks) :

  • Experience conducting Draft Surveys would be a plus
  • Familiarity with cargo hold sealing procedures is advantageous

    • Why Join Us?

    Cotecna is an international company headquartered in Switzerland, specializing in inspection, certification, and testing across multiple sectors. What sets us apart? The perfect balance between our global reach and agility , our customer-focused approach , and a strong commitment to our people-first culture . At Cotecna, we listen, adapt, and deliver with excellence.

    Be part of a company that values flexibility, innovation, and its employees above all !

    By joining us, you will benefit from :

  • Flexible contract work with competitive compensation
  • Opportunity to gain experience in maritime and commodities inspections
  • Work in Vancouver’s key port operations , supporting global trade

    • We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, religion, national origin, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by the British Columbia Human Rights Code and applicable federal laws.

    By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your personal information will be collected, used, and stored in accordance with British Columbia’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). Your information will only be used for recruitment purposes and will not be shared without your consent.