Terminal Operator - Inverness
We are looking for a safety-focused, reliable and proactive Terminal Operator to join our team. This is a hands-on operational role responsible for helping ensure the safe, efficient and compliant running of terminal activities during each shift.
12 hour shifts, 2 Early Shifts, 2 Shipping Shifts and 2 night shifts
As a Terminal Operator, you will play a key role in maintaining safe site operations across the receipt, storage, transfer and loading of petroleum products by road and sea. You will monitor terminal activities, carry out inspections and audits, respond to alarms and incidents, and support product quality, stock control and operational maintenance activities.
This is an important frontline role for someone who takes ownership, works well as part of a team, and is committed to the highest standards of health, safety, environmental and operational performance.
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Promote a strong health and safety culture and lead by example in safe working practices.
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Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of colleagues, contractors, visitors and customers on site.
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Ensure compliance with all site rules, procedures, permits and PPE requirements.
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Report incidents, near misses, defects, unsafe conditions and other concerns promptly using the appropriate systems.
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Act as an Incident First Responder in emergency situations and take appropriate action to make situations safe.
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Support emergency preparedness by participating in emergency exercises and scenario training.
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Carry out audits and inspections of drivers, contractors, visitors, equipment and facilities.
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Assist with inductions, visitor control and security pass arrangements.
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Contribute to risk assessments and procedure reviews when required.
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Safely receive fuel deliveries by ship and oversee discharge operations in line with terminal procedures.
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Monitor and support road loading activities, ensuring drivers comply with loading procedures and site rules.
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Operate terminal equipment and systems in accordance with procedures, manufacturer guidance and safe working principles.
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Respond promptly and appropriately to alarms, alerts and operational issues.
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Carry out daily checks, tank dips, inspections and operational maintenance tasks.
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Record shift activities accurately, maintain the shift log and deliver clear written and verbal shift handovers.
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Support stock management, stock reporting and reconciliation activities.
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Conduct product sampling and quality testing to ensure compliance with specifications.
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Supervise additive receipt and discharge processes.
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Work with supervisors to coordinate maintenance activities and oversee contractors on site.
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Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the terminal, office and external areas.
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Build positive working relationships with drivers, shipping crews, contractors, colleagues and other stakeholders.
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Communicate clearly and professionally at all times.
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Promote teamwork, cooperation and shared responsibility for safe and effective operations.
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Take ownership of your own development and actively build knowledge where needed.
We are looking for someone who is:
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Strongly committed to health, safety and process safety
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Organised, dependable and able to prioritise effectively
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Confident, resilient and able to remain calm under pressure
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Proactive in identifying risks, issues and improvement opportunities
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A clear and effective communicator, both written and verbal
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Committed to continuous learning and high operational standards
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Professional, respectful and customer-focused in their approach
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Detailed knowledge of process safety
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Strong awareness of safe working practices within a high-hazard environment
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Understanding of duties under COMAH Regulations and major accident hazard scenarios is desirable
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Experience in oil and gas, terminal operations or process operations is preferred
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Basic mechanical or technical maintenance skills are desirable
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Experience of stock control, product handling, quality testing or operational logging would be advantageous
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates who meet the minimum required job role criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
We actively promote equal opportunities and are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment, selection, training, and promotion decisions are made based on qualifications, and experience only.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or to attend an interview, if shortlisted, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.
For further information please email: [email protected]
