Maarib Khan
Petroleum inspector II
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About
Disciplined and analytically strong Petroleum Inspector Level II with a rapidly advancing career in marine and terminal measurement operations across the Houston Ship Channel. Demonstrated expertise in shore tank, barge, vessel, and ISO tank gauging and sampling, including high-risk assignments requiring SCBA and respirator qualifications. Recognized for exceptional accuracy, operational discipline, and the ability to perform reliably under demanding conditions.
Promoted from Junior Inspector to Level II in under a year, supported by a rigorous analytical foundation through the ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) qualification, having successfully completed F1-F9 examinations.
Experience
Petroleum Inspector at AmSpec Group (2025-05 – Present)
Advanced from Junior Inspector to Inspector Level II in an accelerated timeframe due to strong technical aptitude, consistent accuracy, and the ability to manage complex operational assignments with professionalism and composure.
- Conduct comprehensive barge inspections including closed gauging, temperature profiling, sampling, OBQ/ROB determinations, line checks, and load/discharge monitoring
- Began barge operations in December 2025 and quickly became a trusted resource for fleet jobs, traveling by tug to multiple barges for sequential inspections
- Perform vessel sampling 2-3 times weekly, including multi-grade, high-value, and sensitive cargoes, in strict compliance with ASTM/API standards
- Maintain clear, professional communication with cargo representatives, loss control personnel, ship officers, and barge captains to ensure safe and coordinated operations
- Frequently selected for assignments requiring loss-control witnessing due to accuracy, reliability, and strong operational judgment
- Execute shore tank operations at major terminals including Chevron MVP, Magellan, Kinder Morgan, Galena Park, Pasadena Export Splitter, Enterprise, Phillips 66, Marathon, Vopak, LBC, Next Wave, ITC Pasadena, and ITC Deer Park
- Perform SCBA and respirator-required sampling for hazardous or high-vapor-pressure products
- Conduct temperature profiles, interface detection, and multi-point sampling to ensure representative product quality
- Utilize UTI gaugers (metric and ft/in), MMC tapes, closed gauging systems, thermoprobes, interface detectors, and multiple sampler types with precision
- Prepare and submit discrepancy reports, in-transit difference reports, and complete cargo documentation packages
- Enter all barge, vessel, and tank data with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
- Provide real-time operational updates to coordinators and clients
- Apply ACCA-based analytical skills to enhance calculation accuracy, variance interpretation, and reporting quality
- Trained six new tank hands on vessel sampling, barge sampling, shore tank operations, reporting procedures, and professional communication
- Recognized by management for rapid learning, strong work ethic, and consistent adherence to safety and procedural standards
Education
ACCA in Professional Accounting – Association of Chartered Certified Accountants