Job summary
This is an opportunity to work as an Operations Technician on a fuel storage terminal where full training will be provided.
Key skills required for this role
HM Forces, Armed Forces, Royal Engineers, Petroleum Fitter,
Important
Initiative, drive, energy & determination to work outdoors as part of a team. HM Forces experience welcome. Construction experience welcome e.g. plumbing, brickwork, carpentry, scaffolding etc.
Job description
Our client owns and operates the West London Fuel Storage Terminal, where petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel is stored. They are seeking an Operations Technician to join their team on a long-term contract basis where full training will be provided.
About the role:
As an Operations Technician, you will carry out a wide variety of operational tasks to support the safe and efficient running of the terminal. Duties include, but are not limited to:
1. Tank water draw-offs and product sampling
2. Tank dipping and tank roof drain management
3. Bund draining and jet-washing of loading bays and bay filters
4. Changing bay filters and skimming of site interceptors
5. Visual inspections of tanks and bunds, including fire extinguisher checks
6. Winterisation tasks such as gritting paths and testing safety showers
7. Monthly building water temperature checks and fire pump tests
8. Shipping duties, including off-loading fuel
9. Basic mechanical maintenance, e.g. assisting fitters with maintenance or process drain downs
10. Completing routine admin tasks such as updating seal logs, water draw-off logs, and contamination check sheets
To succeed, you should be able to demonstrate:
11. Knowledge and experience of working safely, including adherence to safe systems of work
12. Strong oral and written communication skills
13. Good interpersonal skills
14. Competence in using standard desktop systems (e.g. Word, Outlook)
Additional requirements:
15. Must live within a 45-minute commute of the terminal (TW19 7LZ)
16. Must hold a valid driving licence (to drive vehicles on site)
17. Ability to work a continental shift pattern (12 hour shifts):
2 days on, 2 nights on, 4 days off
2 days on, 2 nights on, 4 days off
2 days on, 2 nights on, 10 days off
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