Tank operative

Calor Gas Ltd; Stoney Stanton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Calor PPE provided

On-site parking

On-site canteen

Vending machines

Wellness facilities

Tea and coffee in mess

Team-based environment

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Matched pension up to 7.5%

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Retail discounts and wellbeing support

Job summary

Calor Gas Ltd is seeking a Tank Operative in Stoney Stanton, Leicester. The role is outdoors, hands-on, and involves moving and processing LPG tanks safely across the site as part of a multi-skilled team. PPE and warm work attire are provided.

You will follow strict safety rules, operate yard machinery, and coordinate with the Tank Yard Supervisor to ensure compliant, efficient operations while maintaining high housekeeping standards and accurate records.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial, yard, warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding outdoor role.
• Willingness to obtain and hold Counterbalance FLT licence.
• Strong commitment to health, safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out LPG tank movements across the tank yard in line with site transport rules and traffic management plans.
• Load, unload and safely handle LPG vessels while complying with safety regulations.
• Operate machinery safely following manufacturer guidance and Calor work instructions.
• Segment tanks and manage general tank storage within the yard.
• De‑hooding, gas‑charging, steam cleaning and preparing LPG vessels for storage, refurbishment or scrapping.
• Manage inbound and outbound trailers and direct vehicles to designated bays.
• Complete trailer load inspections to ensure tank quality, safety and compliance.
• Record LPG vessel serial numbers and track them accurately.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses and hazards via the safety management system.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety and organisation at all times.
• Collaborate with Tank Yard Supervisor and operatives for smooth operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Equipment operation

Communication

Tools

FLT operation

Job description

Tank Operative

Location: Stoney Stanton, Leicester

Type: Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday - Friday on site

Shift: 08:00 – 16:30

Reporting to: Tank Yard Supervisor

Salary: £29,263 per annum

Breaks

• 15-minute morning break
• 30-minute lunch (12:30 - 13:30)
• 10-minute afternoon break

About The Role

We are currently recruiting a Tank Operative to join our Engineering team at our Stoney Stanton site. This is a hands-on, predominantly outdoor role, working as part of a team of multi-skilled operatives responsible for the safe movement, handling, and processing of LPG tanks across the site.

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. You’ll play a key role in ensuring LPG vessels are moved, stored, and processed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulations and company standards.

Full PPE and Calor warm working attire will be provided.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out all LPG tank movements across the tank yard in line with site transport rules and traffic management plans.
• Loading, unloading, and safely handling LPG vessels, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations.
• Operating machinery and equipment safely in line with manufacturer guidance and Calor work instructions.
• Segregating tanks and managing general tank storage within the yard.
• De‑hooding, gas‑charging, steam cleaning, and preparing LPG vessels for storage, refurbishment, or scrapping.
• Managing inbound and outbound trailers and directing vehicles to designated bays.
• Completing trailer load inspections to ensure tank quality, safety, and legislative compliance.
• Capturing, recording, and tracking LPG vessel serial numbers.
• Reporting accidents, incidents, near misses, and hazards via the safety management system.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, safety, and organisation at all times.
• Working closely with the Tank Yard Supervisor and fellow operatives to ensure smooth, efficient operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working in an industrial, yard, warehouse, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and compliance.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a physically demanding, outdoor role.
• Good attention to detail, particularly with record-keeping and asset tracking.
• Ability to follow work instructions and operate equipment safely.
• Clear communicator with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Willingness and ability to obtain and hold a Counterbalance FLT licence.

Desirable

• Experience working with LPG vessels or hazardous materials.
• Understanding of occupational and process safety.

What We Offer

• Full Calor PPE provided, including fleeces, coats, warm hats and weather gear
• On-site parking
• On-site canteen (open until 1:30pm)
• Vending machines available throughout the day
• Wellness facilities, including shower rooms and secure lockers
• Tea and coffee available in the mess room
• A friendly team-based working environment
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Matched pension contributions of up to 7.5%
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to retail discounts and wellbeing support

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

We are here to make sure you’re comfortable in your working environment.

Why Join Us?

At Calor, safety comes first. You’ll be part of a team that takes pride in doing the job right, supporting each other, and continuously improving the way we work. If you enjoy hands-on work, working outdoors, and being part of a close-knit operational team, this could be the role for you.