Shift Operator

Shift Operator - Canvey Island

Opportunity to work at a Terminal involved with importing, handling, storing and delivering a range of bulk liquid products. You will be based at one of the most technologically advanced storage facilities in Europe connected to the national fuel distribution pipeline network.

This opportunity would suit Shift Operators currently working in Bulk Liquids, Water, Oil and Gas or Chemicals industries.

£42,000 + Overtime
12 hour shifts (Nights and Days)
10% Pension
Private Healthcare

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Shift Operator to join a safety-critical operations team as they expand their busy terminal in Canvey Island. This is a hands-on, varied role combining control room monitoring with field-based operations to ensure safe, compliant and efficient import, export and storage activities. Comprehensive training scheme provided.

Key responsibilities

Monitor and control terminal operations from the site control room, responding to system alarms as required
Set up, start and stop product transfers (internal movements, jetty import/export and pipeline transfers)
Monitor tank levels, transfer rates, pumps and pipeline routes throughout operations
Oversee road loading operations (FuelFacs), assist drivers and complete supervised loads/sign-offs
Complete shift handovers and maintain accurate operational documentation and records
Apply the Control of Work system, including preparing and isolating plant for maintenance
Carry out routine equipment checks/PPMs, raise maintenance requests and report defects promptly
Conduct audits/inspections, maintain site security standards and complete housekeeping tasks
Participate in emergency drills and provide first response support during site incidents (including firefighting as required)

Skills & experience

Essential:

Experience within bulk liquid storage (or closely related process/terminal operations)
Confident using computer-based control systems
Able to work at height
Working knowledge of relevant safety and environmental legislation
Desirable:
Oil storage, refining, Chemicals, Water treatment background
Ability to interpret technical drawings (e.g., P&IDs)
Driving licensePackage

Competitive pay + overtime
12-18 months training scheme
10% Pension
Private Healthcare