Cylinder Operative

BOC UK & Ireland; West of England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

26 days paid leave

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

BOC Limited, a Linde company, is hiring a Cylinder Operative in Bristol to safely handle, sort and load gas cylinders onto vehicles.

You will fill cylinders to high quality standards, inspect before/after filling, complete required documentation and checks. The role includes some manual handling and forklift duties with full training provided, ensuring a safe and efficient operation.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.
• Organised and safety-focused mindset is required.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Adaptable and flexible approach to work.
• High level of personal integrity aligned with company values.

Responsibilities

• Handle and sort gas cylinders safely, including loading onto vehicles.
• Fill cylinders to high quality standards and meet targets.
• Inspect cylinders before and after filling and seal as required.
• Complete documentation and daily pre‑fill checks.
• Maintain a safe, tidy and well‑organised working area and site.
• Promote a safety-first environment and support the team as needed.
• Some manual handling and forklift duties with full training provided.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Organised

Willingness to learn

Adaptable

Integrity

Job description

BOC Limited, a Linde company

Cylinder Operative

Bristol, United Kingdom | req32975

What You Will Enjoy Doing

• This is a great opportunity for you to join the heart of our organisation, in which you will be at the forefront of our cylinder gases that ensure our world is productive, everyday
• Working with excellent attention to detail and the training we provide; you will be responsible for the safe handling and sorting of our gas cylinders, which also includes the unloading and loading of them on to our vehicles
• You will ensure that our cylinders are filled following the highest quality standards and to set targets
• An important part of this role is ensuring that all cylinders are inspected before and after they are filled and then sealed in line with requirements
• You will ensure that all documentation is completed, carry out daily pre-filling inspection checks and ensure any cylinders requiring maintenance are managed appropriately
• We take pride in what we do, so you will be responsible for ensuring that your working area and the site is safe, organised, tidy and maintained to the highest standard
• You will work in and be responsible for a safety-first environment, where you will actively follow and promote safe practices to all and support your manager and team with tasks when required
• As part of this role, there will be an element of manual handling of the cylinders and forklift driving but full training will be provided by us, with the suitable equipment to support you in doing the job safely

• This is a great opportunity for you to join the heart of our organisation, in which you will be at the forefront of our cylinder gases that ensure our world is productive, everyday
• Working with excellent attention to detail and the training we provide; you will be responsible for the safe handling and sorting of our gas cylinders, which also includes the unloading and loading of them on to our vehicles
• You will ensure that our cylinders are filled following the highest quality standards and to set targets
• An important part of this role is ensuring that all cylinders are inspected before and after they are filled and then sealed in line with requirements
• You will ensure that all documentation is completed, carry out daily pre-filling inspection checks and ensure any cylinders requiring maintenance are managed appropriately
• We take pride in what we do, so you will be responsible for ensuring that your working area and the site is safe, organised, tidy and maintained to the highest standard
• You will work in and be responsible for a safety-first environment, where you will actively follow and promote safe practices to all and support your manager and team with tasks when required
• As part of this role, there will be an element of manual handling of the cylinders and forklift driving but full training will be provided by us, with the suitable equipment to support you in doing the job safely

What Makes You Great

• You have excellent communication and listening skills and enjoy working as part of a team and developing positive relationships with people
• You’re a self-starter who is organised and passionate about getting a job done safely
• We will give you the opportunity to acquire new skills, develop yourself through courses and on the job learning but we’re looking for you to have a willingness to learn and develop
• In addition, you are adaptable and flexible
• And lastly, you must have a high level of personal integrity and be aligned to the values of our company and working within an inclusive workplace

Why you will love working with us

We are the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland. From cutting harmful emissions, to providing life-saving oxygen and keeping food fresh, our gases play an essential role in everyday life. Our values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion and Community are at the heart of everything we do. They help us create an environment that puts safety first, where people do things the right way, new ideas are welcomed and everyone can be themselves.

At BOC, we take pride in our people and work hard to provide an enriching, enjoyable place to work. We have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and excel. We are always raising the bar, and because we are part of Linde, a global company, our people have limitless opportunities to grow and make a difference, all over the world.

What we offer you!

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you’re looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package with pension and life assurance as standard. In addition, we offer 26 days paid leave and a range of other flexible leave benefits, so that you have time to do the things you enjoy. Our recognition & reward platform celebrates great work and special moments, as well as providing a hub for health and well-being benefits, including a wide selection of savings and offers at well-known retailers.

Grow to be your best and drive your career with the training and development opportunities we offer.

Have we inspired you? Lets talk about it

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are more than happy to work with you to provide reasonable adjustments to enable you to present your best self.

Your contact person

BOC Limited, a Linde company

Neil Duffy

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BOC Limited, a Linde company acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.