Tank operative

Calor Gas Ltd.; Stoney Stanton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

On-site parking

Canteen (on-site)

Wellness facilities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Matched pension up to 7.5%

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Retail discounts

Job summary

Calor Gas Ltd. is recruiting a Tank Operative at our Stoney Stanton site. The role is outdoor and hands-on, focused on safe movement, handling and processing of LPG tanks as part of a multi-skilled team.

You will be moving tanks, loading/unloading LPG vessels, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while working with the Tank Yard Supervisor. PPE is provided and site rules apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial, yard, warehouse, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and compliance.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding outdoor role as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail, especially 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.
• Experience with LPG vessels or hazardous materials.
• Understanding of occupational and process safety.

Responsibilities

• Carry out LPG tank movements across the tank yard per site rules and traffic plans.
• Load, unload, and safely handle LPG vessels while complying with safety regulations.
• Operate machinery safely following manufacturer guidance and Calor work instructions.
• Segregate tanks and manage storage within the yard.
• Prepare LPG vessels for storage, refurbishment, or scrapping (de-hooding, gas-charging, steam cleaning).
• Manage inbound/outbound trailers and direct vehicles to bays.
• Conduct trailer load inspections for tank quality and safety compliance.
• Record LPG vessel serial numbers and report incidents through the safety system.
• Maintain high housekeeping, safety and organisation throughout shifts.
• Collaborate with Tank Yard Supervisor and operatives to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Industrial environment

Health & safety

Team player

Record-keeping

Operate equipment safely

Clear communicator

Counterbalance FLT licence

LPG vessels experience

Hazardous materials handling

Process safety understanding

Job description

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Job no: 509537
Work type: Permanent
Location: Stoney Stanton
Categories: Production

Tank Operative

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday - Friday on site
Shift: 08:00 - 16:30

Reporting to: Tank Yard Supervisor

Salary: £29,263 per annum

• 15-minute morning break
• 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.
• 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

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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.

Advertised: 15 Oct 2026 GMT Daylight Time
Applications close: 15 Nov 2026 GMT Standard Time