About this role
At Certas Energy we’re keen to take a lead in the industry. We have a culture of strong safety and compliance principles, driven by our dedicated Safety F1rst and Doing the Right Thing (compliance) Initiative. Health and safety is paramount to our business ethos – it is fundamental to good business performance, and integral to long-term business success.
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Be Part of the Team That Keeps Britain Moving
At Certas Energy , we're proud to be the UK's largest independent distributor of fuels and lubricants. Safety, operational excellence and customer service are at the heart of everything we do. We're now looking for a Terminal Operator to join our Aberdeen Terminal team and play a vital role in the safe receipt, storage, transfer and loading of petroleum products.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with operational, oil & gas, process operations or industrial experience who is passionate about safety, enjoys working in a hands-on environment, and thrives as part of a collaborative team.
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What You'll Be Doing
As a Terminal Operator, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the terminal during your shift. You'll monitor site activities, maintain operational standards and act as a key point of contact during emergency situations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Safely receiving, storing, transferring and loading petroleum products.
- Monitoring road tanker loading activities and supporting drivers on site.
- Supporting vessel discharge and bunkering operations in accordance with site procedures.
- Conducting routine inspections, product sampling and quality testing.
- Monitoring terminal systems, responding to alarms and taking appropriate action.
- Completing operational maintenance tasks and supporting planned maintenance activities.
- Maintaining accurate stock records, shift logs and operational documentation.
- Championing a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with site procedures.
- Supervising contractors and visitors whilst on site and ensuring adherence to safety requirements.
- Participating in emergency response exercises and acting as an Incident First Responder when required.
- Promoting excellent housekeeping and operational standards across the terminal.
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What We're Looking For
We're interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate:
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Essential
- Strong commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental standards.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of operational activities.
- Strong teamwork skills and a positive, professional attitude.
- Ability to work within a regulated operational environment.
Why Join Certas Energy?
At Certas Energy, you'll join a business that values safety, innovation and people. We invest in our employees and offer opportunities to learn, develop and build a rewarding career within the energy sector.
You'll be part of a team that:
- Puts safety first in everything we do.
- Works collaboratively to deliver operational excellence.
- Supports continuous improvement and personal development.
- Makes a real contribution to keeping businesses and communities supplied with essential fuels.
Doing right by everyone
People matter at Certas Energy. We’re an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste) religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background. We’re committed to doing right by our people, so we all feel engaged, motivated and proud to work for Certas Energy.