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Environmental Field Inspector

On-site in Zamudio·Full-time·Added today (last checked 28 Oct)

SGS

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Work mode
On-site, Zamudio
Contract
Full-time
Education
University degree
Driving licence
Category B

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Technical training related to Environment, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Engineering or similar.
  • Previous experience in field work, inspection, sampling, or environmental control.
  • Knowledge of the UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17020 standard, an essential requirement.
  • B driving license, essential for the travel associated with the position.
  • Ability to work autonomously and organized.
  • Good proficiency in IT tools for data management and documentation preparation.
  • Good communication skills and customer orientation.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

💡Joining SGS means becoming part of a team where innovation, integrity, and safety are our DNA. 

🧑‍💻👷What's our best secret? The people who are part of SGS. That's why we support them throughout their entire career journey so they can develop internally. 

📒Never stop learning! Access to our internal training campus so you can keep developing your skills. 

The role

At SGS, a world leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification, we are looking to hire an Environmental Field Inspector for our Zamudio (Bizkaia) office.

We are looking for a person with a technical profile, who is organized and has the ability to work both in the field and in the management and preparation of technical documentation, with an orientation toward the customer and compliance with established procedures.

What you'll do

Your main responsibility will be to carry out inspection work and sampling in the field, ensuring its correct management and traceability, as well as participating in the preparation of reports and maintaining fluid communication with customers.

  • Perform inspections and field work related to the environmental field.
  • Carry out sample collection following established technical procedures and requirements.
  • Manage, identify, and ensure the correct traceability and preservation of samples from collection to delivery.
  • Record and manage the information obtained during inspections and field work.
  • Participate in the preparation of technical reports derived from the inspections and sampling performed.
  • Maintain direct communication with customers, resolving doubts and performing the necessary follow-up on the work.
  • Coordinate with technical and laboratory teams to guarantee the correct execution of services.
  • Comply with internal procedures and quality requirements applicable to inspection activities.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to do
  1. Application

  2. Recruitment team contact

    With recruitment team

    If your skills and experience match current or future needs, a member of the recruitment team contacts you.

  3. Interviews

    Face-to-face or virtual interviews, also a chance to learn about the job, your future manager and the culture.

  4. Assessments

    Not every role

    For some positions: personality, cognitive and technical assessments, a short psychometric study, or more thorough assessments by external consultants.

  5. Additional screening and reference check

  6. Selection and offer · With HR team

  • An email acknowledges receipt of every application.
  • Unsuccessful candidates are informed and may be contacted for future openings.

About SGS

SGS is a Swiss-headquartered multinational company and the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. Founded in 1878, it operates across diverse industries including agriculture, construction, energy, manufacturing, mining, and public sector, providing services such as quality assurance, risk management, and sustainability solutions. With over 99,000 employees and a network of more than 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide, SGS is a category-defining player in the Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) sector.

In Spain, SGS has a significant presence with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and other major cities, offering a wide range of technical and inspection roles. The company is known for its strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, making it a relevant employer for international professionals with backgrounds in engineering, environmental science, and industrial safety. SGS provides opportunities for career growth in a global environment, and its Spanish operations are a key part of its European network.

Industry
Testing & Certification
Founded
1878
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 7 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • SGS operates in over 140 countries, offering international professionals the chance to work in a truly global environment with potential for cross-border projects and career mobility.
  • The company provides extensive training and development programs, including language courses and technical certifications, which can be valuable for professionals relocating to Spain.
  • SGS has a structured career path with opportunities to progress from technical roles to management positions, appealing to those seeking long-term growth.
  • The Spanish offices are well-established and integrated into the European network, offering a stable work environment and exposure to diverse industries.
  • SGS is a large, stable employer with a strong brand name, which can be reassuring for international professionals seeking a secure position.

In their own words

About the company & team

At SGS, our mission is to add value to society by providing a sustainable environment.

With our work, we guarantee safety and quality, providing confidence to all areas of society, even those that are not visible.

We have the most qualified professionals, working as a great team in more than 140 countries every day, which makes us leaders in the sector.

We encourage you to join this human team, where you will be trained and develop in an environment of camaraderie, flexibility, respect, and equality.

You define us, you make SGS

Additional information

At SGS, as part of our firm commitment to equal opportunities and respect for diversity, we ensure that all our recruitment processes are conducted objectively, impartially, and fairly, free from any kind of bias or discrimination.

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