Shift Lead

Calor Gas Ltd; Canvey Island; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance (4x Salary)

Matched Pension Contributions up to 7.

Retail Discounts & More!

Job summary

Calor Gas Ltd. is seeking a Shift Lead to supervise and coordinate terminal operations at the Canvey Island site. You will lead a shift team of technicians, contractors, and security staff to ensure safe, efficient operation and compliance with SHE standards.

You will act as Incident Controller during emergencies. The role is shift-based with 12% shift allowance and a salary of £40,000–£44,000 per year plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with plant operations and control systems.
• Knowledge of LPG and cryogenic systems.
• Familiarity with COMAH site regulations and emergency response protocols.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise terminal operations for LPG storage, marine jetty, and cryogenic plant.
• Manage the Terminal Permit to Work system and safe work procedures.
• Monitor stock inventories to meet business demands and scheduling requirements.
• Lead and develop your shift team with training and competency.
• Act as the Incident Controller during emergencies and liaise with emergency services.
• Supervise contractor activities to ensure safety and performance.
• Maintain accurate operational and maintenance records for regulatory reporting.

Skills

SCADA/DCS knowledge

LPG & cryogenic systems

COMAH regulations & emergency response

Leadership & people management

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Job description

Job Title: Shift Lead
Location: Canvey Island Terminal
Salary: £40,000 - £44,000 per annum depending on experience plus benefits
This role is shift based with 12% shift allowance.

About Us

At Calor, we are dedicated to safely and efficiently delivering LPG to meet the demands of our customers. As the largest facility in the UK handling refrigerated propane, our Canvey Island terminal is a critical part of this operation, supporting import, export, and distribution activities 24/7, 365 days a year.

The Role

We are seeking a Shift Lead to supervise and coordinate terminal operations at our Canvey Island site. This role involves leading a shift team of Terminal Technicians, contractors, and security staff to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the terminal’s assets and processes. You will manage day-to-day activities, respond to plant conditions, and act as the Incident Controller during emergencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise terminal operations, including LPG storage, marine jetty activities, pressure systems, cryogenic plant, and utility systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental (SHE) policies and procedures.
• Manage the Terminal Permit to Work system, ensuring a safe system of work for all activities and adherence to operational standards.
• Monitor and manage stock inventories to meet business demands and scheduling requirements.
• Lead and develop your shift team, ensuring training and competency to meet workload requirements.
• Act as the Incident Controller in emergencies, liaising with emergency services and managing on-site responses.
• Supervise contractor activities to ensure safety and performance standards are met.
• Maintain accurate operational and maintenance records for regulatory and business reporting.

What We’re Looking For

• Technical Expertise:
  • Experience with plant operations and control systems (e.g., SCADA or DCS).
  • Knowledge of LPG and cryogenic systems or related engineering disciplines.
  • Familiarity with COMAH site regulations, safety practices, and emergency response protocols.
• Leadership Skills:
  • Strong planning, resource management, and team leadership abilities.
  • Ability to motivate, coach, and develop your team to achieve high standards.
  • Effective communication skills to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-Solving & Innovation:
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to address operational challenges effectively.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and adopting best practices.

What You’ll Bring

• A solid understanding of operational safety, SHE regulations, and high-pressure gas systems.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver complex maintenance and operational tasks.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to ensuring business performance and safety objectives.

Shift Pattern

This is a shift-based role, ensuring operational availability 24/7, 365 days a year.

What We Offer

• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance (4x Salary)
• Matched Pension Contributions up to 7.5%
• Retail Discounts & More!

For a full list of our benefits, visit: https://www.calor.co.uk/about-us/careers