Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future
Phillips 66 has been operating in the UK for over 65 years and we are as excited about our future as we are as proud of our past. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflects on who we are, the environment we create and how we work together.
Our company is built on values of safety, honour and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviours: We Work for the Greater Good; Cultivate an Environment of Trust; Seek Different Perspectives and Pursue Excellence.
Our employees are the heart of our success, and there is a reason why we continue to attract great talent. It’s not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it’s also the caring and committed culture of the organisation that makes everyone feel like they can bring their authentic self to work and be truly part of our team.
Basic Function
The Heavy Oils Operator is responsible for leading the execution of complex Heavies feedstock and fuel movements in support of Phillips 66’s global Heavy Oils obligations and commercial trading activities across the Europe, Africa and Middle East (EAME) region.
Primary Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Provide end-to-end scheduling and operational ownership of supply chains, including marine imports/exports, blending operations, regulatory coordination, and intermodal distribution.
Own monthly planning, tank allocation, stock sequencing for Heavy Oils movements, coordinating with Trading, Supply, terminals, and other relevant stakeholders to deliver robust, commercially optimised plans.
Integrate new storage locations into the wider European network and support the development of new supply routes, customers, and arbitrage opportunities in partnership with Trading.
Responsible for managing planned movements and promptly inputting movement data into the Trading System, maintaining the highest standards of data integrity. Using data to inform decisions & identify inefficiencies.
Create material value for P66 through optimisation of trading execution, reduction of operational costs, and minimisation of execution & compliance risk.
Be seen as a senior point of contact with internal and external customers on operational requirements and resolving any associated issues
Support and, where required, lead implementation of corporate, compliance, and regulatory initiatives, including sustainability reporting, tax requirements, REACH, and document retention standards.
Drive the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures across Heavy Oils operations.
Mentor and support less experienced operators in the wider Operations team and provide cover when required
Being contactable 24/7
Behavioural Competencies
Communicates Effectively - Communicates clearly and professionally, adapting style and content to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
Plans, Organises and Delivers - Independently manages workload, prioritises effectively, and meets commitments in a demanding environment.
Ensures Accountability - Takes ownership for outcomes, delivers reliable execution, and escalates issues appropriately.
Manages Complexity with Sound Judgement - Applies structured thinking and strong commercial judgement to complex & time-critical operational situations
Optimises Work Processes - Demonstrates strong attention to detail, follows controls, and drives continuous improvement.
Demonstrates Financial & Commercial Awareness - Understands the financial and commercial impact of decisions and applies this in day to day work.
Adapts and Manages Change - Responds effectively to change, adjusting priorities and approaches as needed.
Thinks Ahead and Innovates - Identifies opportunities to improve outcomes and supports longer term business objectives.
Skills
Solid working knowledge & proven ability to manage complex, intermodal logistics chains.
Advanced analytical, data management & problem-solving skills.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Independent operator, delivering consistent value in a demanding fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
Prior cargo scheduling experience, ideally within heavy oils operations.
Demonstrated ability to make high value, time critical commercial decisions with significant financial impact.
Understanding of Heavy Oils product characteristics, including specifications, demand drivers & blending outcomes.
Additional Information
Applicant must hold the legal right to live and work in the UK on a permanent basis without restrictions, or the role they are applying for meets the criteria for employer sponsorship.
In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all pre-screening questions and providing your signature by the requisition closing date.
We are on an exciting journey, are you ready to join us?
Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans.
To be considered:
In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of Wednesday 5th August 2026. Applications will be reviewed periodically throughout the advertising window. However, we may invite candidates who pass our screening process to selection events on a first-come, first-served basis and making offers of employment to people who are successful at those events, therefore we advise that you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Phillips 66 is an Equal Opportunity Employer
