Metals and Minerals Inspector

About the role

Finelbe Inspect is seeking a Metals and Minerals Inspector to join its Hamburg team. This full‑time, hybrid position involves on‑site inspections of metals and minerals at ports, warehouses and production facilities, ensuring compliance with contractual specifications and industry standards.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct on‑site inspections, sampling and testing of metals and minerals.
• Prepare detailed inspection, risk assessment and compliance reports.
• Document findings according to internal procedures and client requirements.
• Collaborate with operations, logistics and client teams to coordinate inspections and resolve discrepancies.
• Support continuous improvement of inspection processes and maintain safety and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute insights to risk management and quality‑control activities.

Required profile

• Technical knowledge of metals and minerals, including sampling and testing methods.
• Experience in inspection, quality control or commodities logistics, preferably in the metals/minerals sector.
• Strong analytical and reporting abilities with attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills for multicultural environments.
• Ability to work in field conditions, follow strict safety procedures and travel to local ports and terminals.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, evenings or weekends when required.
• Relevant vocational training or degree in engineering, materials science, logistics or a related field is preferred.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Required skills

• Metals and minerals sampling and testing
• Quality‑control inspection techniques
• Risk‑assessment and reporting
• Microsoft Office and digital data‑entry tools