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Country/Region: Un
Location:
Inverness, United Kingdom
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Date: 24 Jul 2026
Description:
Making the world Move
Exolum are an innovative fuel storage company with the priority of a green energy future operating globally. People are at the heart our expansion plans with a focus on developing our colleagues to reach their potential while accepting everyone as they are!
Operator - Inverness- Permanent
About the role
Working as part of the Inverness operations team, you will support safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the Petroleum Supply Depot (PSD), pipelines, and associated facilities. This role involves controlling plant operations, handling fuel movements, supporting maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
The position will initially operate on core hours, moving into a 24-hour shift pattern, with participation in an on-call rota.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake the day to day planned operations and other tasks Including:
The setting up of pumping routes, safely receiving, delivery and inter-site movement of product with site route cards
Approved Inspector of Fuel Quality, including the integrity of Product and Additive Quality, Stock Control of Fuel and Additives, including Tank dipping, temperature correction, batch records, month-end accounting
Use computer terminals and systems efficiently, (SCADA, ABB etc)
Maintain a high standard of housekeeping ensuring that all facilities, plant and equipment remain in working order
Responsibilities in Emergency Preparedness
Liaise with SCADA control to facilitate the efficient and safe operation of the depot, pipelines and associated sites.
Issue Permits to Work to colleagues and contractors carrying out work on EXOLUM-PS facilities, and monitor their compliance
Carry out pre-planned proof checks on equipment and systems
Assist maintenance colleagues as and when required
Report any defects, hazards, near misses, issues, as soon as practicable
It will be necessary to participate in the duty standby rota, and attend callouts
Undertake planned activities
Monitoring / maintaining pipeline wayleave, including vegetation control, pipeline furniture, husbandry, minor mechanical maintenance
Carry out visits to 3rd party work, including the planning and performance of the work
Compiling and issuing report for infringements, line walks, site visits etc
Reporting on the findings from the regular Aerial Patrols.
Out of hours On Call rota also for this duty
About You
The ideal candidate will have GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English, along with a full driving licence and experience working within a regulated or safety-critical industry. You will be capable of working both independently and as part of a team, with strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures accurately. Strong communication skills and the ability to prioritise workload are essential, along with a proactive and safety-focused mindset. You should be comfortable responding to operational challenges, able to remain calm under pressure, and react quickly to problems. Experience in fuel handling, pipeline operations, or hazardous environments, as well as knowledge of COMAH or COSHH regulations, would be advantageous.
Competency model
At Exolum we run a Competency Model which has been defined accordingly to our strategy, values and the geographies where we operate, making it a unique and exclusive document for Exolum. The competency Model is understood as the set of identifiable and measurable behaviours (skills, aptitudes and motivations, among others) that enable a person to achieve superior performance.
We Care- We anticipate, identify and solve the needs of our internal and external clients. - Level 2
We Do - We face opportunities and challenges with proactivity, energy and enthusiasm and we take responsibility for our actions - Level 2
We Connect - We listen, share information and communicate clearly, transparently and openly - Level 2
We Include - We welcome, respect and value the uniqueness of people. - Level 2
We Get Together -We actively collaborate with other people in achieving shared goals - Level 2
We Trust - We act with integrity and coherence with our values and we comply with the commitments acquired- Level 2
We Think Different - We contribute, explore and experiment with new approaches to challenges without fear of being wrong - Level 2
About the Benefits
Salary £37,640.56 depending on experience
Shift allowance
Pension – up to Employee 6% and Employer 9%
Holiday – 25 days per annum wrapped into the shift pattern
Personalised career development plans
Single Private Health Insurance via BUPA
Healthcare Cash Plan
Life Assurance x5 and Disability insurance
Wellbeing Initiatives
Employee Resource Groups – EDI Group, Employee Forum, Wellbeing Committee
Study support (if applicable)
About the Process
The first step is to apply – please visit https://jobs.exolum.com/ to complete your application. Once your application has been reviewed, if you are successful, you will be invited to meet our amazing team and your potential new line manager for a face-to-face interview. Depending on the role, you may be required to attend a second stage interview so we can get to know you even more!
About Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Different people approach problems differently and we believe that diversity is the engine that fuels innovation. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse voices are not only heard but also amplified. We recognise that our differences—when embraced with respect—drive smarter decisions, stronger performance, and a culture where everyone can be their authentic selves.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, neurodiversity or any other legally protected status.
We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email:
[email protected]
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applications are reviewed fairly and equally using a third-party blind recruiting solution (MeVitae) which removes any bias parameters.
About your data
The information provided by you will be used by Exolum to process your application and, if successful, in connection with your future employment with us. Any information held by us relating to you will be destroyed six months after the post has been filled. If we wish to retain your information for future vacancies, we will seek your express consent to do so. All processing of data will be in compliance with data protection laws. For further information on how we handle your data read our UK privacy notice for job applicants, employees, workers and agency workers which is available on our website: Disclosures and legal notices by country – Exolum
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WHO WE ARE
Exolum is Europe’s leading logistics company for liquid products and one of the largest in the world. Our core business activity is the transportation and storage of a wide range of bulk liquid products, especially refined products, chemicals and biofuels, in a sustainable and efficient manner. In addition, we operate in new sectors, such as eco-fuels, the circular economy, and are developing new energy vectors, all with the goal of fulfilling the company’s purpose: to create innovative solutions to make the world a better place.
Exolum employs more than 2,300 professionals and operates in eight countries (Spain, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Panama, Ecuador and Oman), managing a pipeline network of over 6,000 kilometres, 68 storage terminals and 45 airport facilities with a total storage capacity of more than 11 million cubic metres.
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