Field Trainer Supervisor

Field Trainer Supervisor

Corporate Job Title

Field Trainer Supervisor

Reporting Relationships

Operations Manager

Position Summary

Field Trainer: Takes lead role on assigned field assignments and provides guidance and supervision to other Inspector’s assigned to the job. Coordinates and aids in all activities, including safety, that affect the training of field personnel. Provides guidance and leadership to inspectors on inspection related matters that relate to general training and safety requirements. Required to perform all aspects of field inspection services including shore tanks, barges, and ships as necessary. As a company field representative, acts in a professional and dignified manner to maintain the company’s respected and trusted reputation.

Minimum Requirements

- Requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with good math skills and a minimum five years of inspection experience.

- A minimum of three years of Industrial Safety experience.

- Must complete Senior Inspector level training and pass corresponding theoretical tests and field evaluations.

- Must be an IFIA Certified Inspector of Petroleum.

- Must maintain a valid Transportation Worker’s Identification Card (TWIC).

- Possess and maintain a vehicle in good working order, a valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance and registration.

- Must be dependable, able to work independently and provide guidance and supervision to other Inspector’s.

- Must possess strong communications and inter-personal skills, as well as technical and theoretical knowledge of both field, safety, and operational matters.

- Must be able to effectively communicate and maintain professional relationships with numerous clients (i.e. Loss Control Representative, terminal and vessel/barge personnel).

- Must pass company defined physical requirements.

- Must meet and maintain site-specific requirements mandated by customers and/or terminals to have access to all facilities.

Responsibilities

Field Trainer:

As instructed by the Operations Department and under the strict guidelines described in the Inspection and ASTM/API manuals.

- Responsible for having a strong understanding of company policies and procedures.

- Inspection personnel and ensuring Inspectors meet the requirements necessary to perform their assigned duties.

- Responsible for ensuring all new Inspectors complete all necessary safety training (CBT’s; Safety Councils; proper donning of PPE etc.) prior to entering the field.

- Uses judgment and discretion in directing and coordinating work activities of Field Inspectors under direct supervision consistent with accepted operating practices and procedures.

- Ensures that instructions to the Field Inspectors under his/her direct supervision, as provided by the Operations Department, are fully communicated and followed.

- Coordinates and/or conducts Monthly Inspector Meetings.

- Performs Field Audits and Field Evaluations.

- Identifies specific staff training needs for inspectors.

- Provides theoretical and field training to all levels of inspectors on all aspects of field duties and responsibilities, including requirements for performing duties in a safe working environment.

- Maintains records of internal and external training as required by company policies and procedures as well as any client specific requirements.

Fitness for Duty – Physical Demands

- Refer to Appendix 1 of Section 2.1.2a of the Safety Manual, Medical Evaluations for details on Fit for Duty – Physical Demands for this position.

- The ability to perform all tasks listed is a requirement for this job description.

4 Days on / 3 Days off. 12 hour shifts.