Shift Operator

Unify; Northampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Unify is seeking a Shift Operator in Northampton to join the Operations Team of a fuel storage and energy infrastructure facility.

You will support the Shift Supervisory Team to ensure safe, efficient and compliant operation of the terminal, monitoring movements, assisting loading, and performing routine inspections on a shift basis.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including English and Maths are required.
• Experience in a process, industrial or high-hazard environment is preferred.
• Strong focus on health and safety practices and safe working procedures.
• Experience working with contractors, drivers or site users.
• Able to work independently and as part of a shift team.
• Experience with procedures and maintenance management systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections of pipework, valves, tanks and terminal equipment.
• Take and test line and tank samples against specifications.
• Record inspection and testing results accurately and report abnormalities.
• Support routine operational checks, maintenance and housekeeping.
• Identify and report equipment faults, hazards and safety issues.
• Assist emergency response activities following site procedures.
• Collaborate with contractors, drivers and customers on site.
• Follow procedures and legislation at all times.
• Complete required safety training and assessments.

Skills

Health & safety

Shift work experience

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs including English & Maths

Job description

Shift Operator

Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 + Benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Northampton

Sector: Lower-Tier COMAH

Working Pattern: Shift-based

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Shift Operator to join a well-established organisation operating within the fuel storage and energy infrastructure sector.

Working as part of the Operations Team, you will support the Shift Supervisory Team in the safe, efficient and compliant operation of an Industrial Energy Facility.

The role involves monitoring product movements, supporting loading operations, carrying out routine inspections and responding appropriately to operational and safety issues. You will work closely with colleagues, contractors, drivers and other site users to ensure reliable and continuous terminal operations.

This is a safety-critical role within a high-hazard environment, requiring a strong commitment to health, safety, environmental and regulatory standards, including Lower-Tier COMAH requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections of pipework, valves, tanks and associated terminal equipment.
• Take and test line and tank samples against required specifications.
• Accurately record inspection and testing results and report abnormalities or deviations.
• Support routine operational checks, maintenance activities and site housekeeping.
• Identify and report equipment faults, hazards and potential safety issues.
• Support emergency response activities in accordance with site procedures and COMAH requirements.
• Work effectively with contractors, drivers, customers and other site users.
• Follow operational procedures, safety standards and relevant legislation at all times.
• Complete required training and competence assessments for safety-critical activities.
• Contribute positively to the site's safety culture and operational performance.

About You

The ideal candidate will have experience working within a process, industrial or high-hazard environment, although candidates with strong transferable operational experience may also be considered.

Essential

• GCSEs Grade 4-9, including English and Maths, or equivalent.
• Relevant operational experience or qualification within a process, fuel, chemical, refinery or similar environment.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices and safe working procedures.
• Experience working with contractors, drivers or other site users.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a shift team.
• Experience of working to established procedures and using maintenance management systems.
• Awareness of relevant legislation and best practice within a process environment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable: Emergency First Aid at Work, IOSH or similar safety qualifications.

What's on Offer?

• Full-time, shift-based position within a safety-critical operational environment.
• Ongoing training and competence development.
• Opportunity to develop specialist experience within the fuel storage and energy infrastructure sector.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for long-term career development.