Pump Operator

Calor; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & qualification support

Career progression opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Calor Gas is recruiting a Pump Operator at the Saxham site, responsible for leading a safety‑first operation and coordinating tank farm activities. You will oversee loading and unloading, monitor stock levels, and ensure strict adherence to local transport rules and safety procedures.

The role requires experience in production environments with vehicle movements, the ability to work nights and weekends, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and incident reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production environment with vehicle movements is desirable.
• Experience working in hazardous areas or COMAH sites is highly beneficial.
• Ability to develop Safe Systems of Work for yard and vehicle movements.
• Strong written and numerical comprehension is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a safety-first operation with a compliant and incident-free workplace.
• Safely operate the tank farm and manage loading/unloading of vehicles.
• Ensure all vehicle movements follow site transport rules and plans.
• Manage shift bulk stock control, loading, unloading, and reloading.
• Conduct weekly and period-end stock counts and maintain records.
• Monitor equipment, report defects, and liaise with maintenance.
• Record incidents and update the safety management system.

Skills

Safety-first operations

Hazardous areas experience

Vehicle movements

Ability to work nights/weekends

High attention to detail

Job description

As the leading player in the UK LPG market, things rarely stand still at Calor, where an innovative and best-practice management culture naturally leads to varied and exciting employment opportunities. Find out more about our exciting and varied opportunities.

Internal opportunities

Job search

Job search e.g. "Operations, Midlands"

Work type

• Permanent 1

Locations

• Bury St Edmunds 1

Categories

• Operations 1

Pump Operator

Job no: 509558
Work type: Permanent
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Categories: Operations

Location: Saxham

Permanent, Full-time

About the Role:
At Calor Gas, we are committed to providing safe, efficient, and proactive operations in our Production and Operations team. We are now looking to recruit a dynamic and motivated Pump Operator from within our talented internal workforce to join our Saxham site. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your career within Calor and take on a critical role in managing and organising all tank farm activities, ensuring the smooth and safe operation of the site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a safety-first operation, fostering a compliant and incident-free workplace.
• Safely operate the tank farm, overseeing the loading and unloading of mini bulkers and trunking vehicles.
• Ensure all vehicle movements adhere to local site transport rules and traffic management plans.
• Manage shift bulk stock control, vehicle loading, unloading, and reloading.
• Participate in weekly and period-end stock counts, maintaining accurate bulk stock records.
• Monitor tank farm equipment, respond to abnormal conditions, and report defects to the maintenance team.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses, and hazards promptly, ensuring updates are added to the safety management system (EcoOnline).
• Work unsupervised during night shifts and weekends, with potential flexibility for other shifts as business needs evolve (4 on, 4 off, 3 on 3 off with weekend coverage).
• Communicate depot bulk stock to all stakeholders throughout your shift.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement ideas in the workplace.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards within the work area and have an understanding of the 5S system.
• Potentially participate in the onsite emergency response team.

Key Skills & Requirements:

• Experience working in hazardous areas or on COMAH sites is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in a production-based environment with vehicle goods movements is a plus.
• Must either have the Calor National Pump Operator qualification or be willing to complete it.
• Ability to work well under pressure, responding quickly and effectively to emerging issues.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage shifting priorities.
• Ability to either obtain or already possess competency in the Calor HGV Vehicle Movement Course (subject to obtaining an HGV medical certificate).
• Demonstrable experience in production environments, ideally hazardous.
• Understanding of and ability to follow work instructions and safety regulations, particularly in relation to process safety and risk assessments.
• Strong written and numerical comprehension.
• Ability to develop Safe Systems of Work for yard and vehicle movements.

Why Join Calor Gas?

• Opportunity to grow within an established and supportive company.
• Training and qualification support for your ongoing development.
• Be a key part of a team that values safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• A flexible working pattern with 4 on, 4, 3 on 3 off shifts, and potential for future growth in other areas of the business.

If you are looking for a new challenge, enjoy working in a safety-driven environment, and are eager to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you.

Advertised: 07 Oct 2026 GMT Daylight Time
Applications close: 14 Oct 2026 GMT Daylight Time