Main Purpose:
Shift Operator working a 24/7 shift pattern based at our Belfast Terminal (Northern Ireland). The position would suit an individual seeking an exciting and rewarding career in the oil industry. Suitable applicants should have a good general education background and hold a full UK driving licence. Previous operational experience within the oil industry would be advantageous but is not essential as training will be provided.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the Terminal Shift Supervisor, Operator duties would include but are not limited to:
- Working a 24/7 shift pattern made up of 12-hour shifts.
- Building strong working relationships with shift colleagues to ensure effective communication and handover.
- Writing clear information regarding operational activities in the shift log.
- Safe operation of a petroleum fuel storage and distribution terminal
- Leading by example, perform and contribute to a very strong safety culture, always adhering to company and site safety procedures
- Carrying out routine monitoring, testing and checking of terminal equipment
- Preparing equipment for routine maintenance including shutting down and starting up of equipment
- Operating marine loading equipment and co-ordinate with Jetty personnel regarding loading, jetty operations & oil movements & the transferring of petroleum products
- Co-ordinating offloading of petroleum products received via road tankers
- Operating and gauging storage tanks
- Operating pumps, valves and pipelines
- Testing, inspecting and sampling products
- Demonstrating knowledge of risk assessments and permit to work aligned to performing safe operations and site works
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Minimum 4 GCSEs’ or equivalent
Health and Safety awareness
Practical skills possibly gained from a trade apprenticeship
Computer Literate and familiar with Microsoft Office
Physically fit and able to climb tanks and jetty equipment.
Capable to work shift pattern
Key Relationships and Department Overview:
Internal – All Operations supervisory staff and shift members, Maintenance, and Security.
External – HM Customs, Audit Personnel, Chemical deliveries and Contractors.
