Plant and Terminal Operator

SGS; Timaru; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training with pay progression

Ongoing training and development

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Casual Plant and Terminal Operator to assist with bunker operations for vessels at the Port and to discharge fuel tankers into Oil Industry Terminal tanks. The role includes manual handling up to 25kg and outdoor work in all weather, with flexibility to cover days, nights, weekends and public holidays.

The position is casual with no guaranteed hours, and training with paid progression will be provided. Candidates must have NZ work rights and a current NZ driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage your time and work in a busy environment.
• Demonstrated skill in following operating procedures including strict health and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of and previous experience working in the Oil, Gas and Chemical Industry highly advantageous.
• Good verbal communication and able to maintain accurate written records.
• Must hold a current and unrestricted New Zealand Driver's License.
• Pass a drug screening and MOJ process.
• Must have the right to work in New Zealand.
• Ideally based locally due to working hours and the need to be available on short notice.
• SGS will provide you with training with pay progression through successful completion.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with bunker operations for vessels when they are at the Port
• Discharging of fuel tankers into Oil Industry Terminal tanks
• Manual handling of up to 25kgs
• Working outside in all weather conditions
• Working days, nights, weekends and public holidays when required

Skills

Time management

Health & safety procedures

Oil, Gas & Chemical industry knowledge

Verbal communication

Driver's license

Job description

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As a Casual Plant and Terminal Operator, you will be assisting with bunker operations for vessels when they are at the Port and discharging of fuel tankers into Oil Industry Terminal tanks. This role involves manual handling of up to 25kgs and working outside in all weather conditions. Vessels can arrive at any time of the day or night, weekdays or weekend, so flexibility is key for this role. Other duties may be offered should you have the right skills and positive approach to work.

Please note that this is a casual role, with no guaranteed hours.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting with bunker operations for vessels when they are at the Port
• Discharging of fuel tankers into Oil Industry Terminal tanks
• Manual handling of up to 25kgs
• Working outside in all weather conditions
• Working days, nights, weekends and public holidays when required

About you

• Proven ability to manage your time and work in a busy environment
• Demonstrated skill in following operating procedures including strict health and safety requirements
• Knowledge of and previous experience working in the Oil, Gas and Chemical Industry highly advantageous
• Good verbal communication and able to maintain accurate written records
• Must hold a current and unrestricted New Zealand Driver's License
• Pass a drug screening and MOJ process
• Must have the right to work in New Zealand
• Ideally based locally due to working hours and the need to be available on short notice
• SGS will provide you with training with pay progression through successful completion
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture

About us

SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals.