Plant and Terminal Operator

JobSpace; Timaru; On-site; NZD 27,552,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training with progression

Ongoing training opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

SGS Timaru is seeking reliable people to join our casual Plant and Terminal Operator team on a casual basis with no guaranteed hours. You will support bunker operations, discharge fuel into terminal tanks, and may take on additional duties as needed.

Flexibility is essential as vessels can arrive day or night, weekdays or weekends. You will handle up to 25 kg and work outdoors in all weather conditions, with safety training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage your time and work in a busy environment.
• Based locally for shift availability and short-notice needs.
• Able to work days, nights, weekends and public holidays in all weather conditions.
• Follow operating procedures including health and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of oil, gas and chemical industry beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with bunker operations for vessels at the port.
• Discharging fuel tankers into Oil Industry Terminal tanks.
• Other duties may be offered based on skills and positive attitude.
• Involves manual handling of up to 25 kgs and outside work in all weather.
• Vessels may arrive any time; flexibility is required.

Skills

Time management

Adaptability

Safety compliance

Verbal communication

Job description

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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.

Job Description

Our Timaru team are on the lookout for responsible and reliable people with a positive work ethic to join our friendly team on a casual basis. Please note that this is a casual role, with no guaranteed hours.

What you will be doing:

• Assisting with bunker operations for vessels when they are at the port
• Discharging of fuel tankers into Oil Industry Terminal tanks
• Other duties may be offered should you have the right skills and positive approach to work
• 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

Qualifications

Profile:

• Proven ability to manage your time and work in a busy environment
• Due to working hours and the need to be available on short notice, ideally you will be based locally
• Owing to the nature of the work and scheduling requirements, you will need to be able to work, days, nights, weekends and public holidays in all weather conditions when required
• 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

Qualifications:

• 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

Additional Information

As a Casual Plant and Terminal Operator, you can expect:

• 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