Operations Supervisor

Join Intertek Caleb Brett as an Operations Supervisor, where your expertise will ensure safe, efficient and high-quality marine and cargo surveys, inspections, and chemical analysis. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced operational environment, liaising with clients, supervising inspections, and supporting the delivery of world-class testing and assurance services.

About You

You are a hands-on professional with a background in marine surveying, cargo inspections, or a similar operational environment. You’re confident in liaising with clients, supervising surveyors, and ensuring compliance with health & safety and quality standards. You have the technical knowledge to oversee inspections and laboratory analysis, and the organisational skills to coordinate workloads and meet deadlines.

Key Requirements

• Experience in marine surveying, terminal/refinery operations, bulk liquids, or similar industry.
• Supervisory experience or the ability to lead and mentor a small team.
• Knowledge of quality standards and compliance (ISO standards advantageous).
• IT skills, including moderate Excel and Word proficiency.
• Physically fit and able to access vessels, tanks, and operational sites safely.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

About the Opportunity

As Operations Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring that inspections, surveys, and laboratory testing are delivered to the highest standards, in line with client requirements and Intertek procedures. This role involves close collaboration with the Operations/Branch Manager and interaction with clients on a regular basis, providing technical support and ensuring operational excellence.

Key Activities

• Conduct and/or supervise inspections and surveys, both onshore and offshore, as required.
• Oversee laboratory analysis, ensuring reports are accurate, timely, and compliant with standards.
• Maintain equipment calibration, conduct job safety analyses, and uphold HSE standards.
• Liaise with clients, respond to queries, and provide exceptional customer service.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate team workloads to deliver efficient operations.
• Train and mentor surveyors, supporting their development.
• Ensure field data and laboratory results are accurately recorded and translated into reports.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and report issues through the quality system.
• Support the Operations/Branch Manager with technical and operational duties as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression.
• A collaborative team environment with a focus on quality and safety.
• The chance to work with a global leader in assurance, testing, inspection, and certification.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, or national origin.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and does not accept unsolicited agency approaches.