Operations Supervisor

Bidvest Tank Terminals; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Bidvest Tank Terminals invites applications for an Operations Supervisor based in Isando, reporting to the Terminal Manager. The role oversees all operational activities to ensure safe, effective handling of bulk liquids in line with customer specifications.

The successful candidate will drive process improvements, conduct investigations, and supervise maintenance and safety practices on site. Ideal candidates will have a Diploma in Operations/Production/Engineering, at least five years of

Qualifications

• Operations/Production/Engineering Diploma.
• Minimum 5 years operational experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience.
• Experience in chemical/petrochemical environment advantageous.
• Experience in Bulk Liquid Storage Facility/ Terminal Operations.
• Experience in unionized environment.
• Good understanding of SHEQ systems (OSHASA 18001, ISO14001, ISO9001).

Responsibilities

• Supervise all operational activities per Bidvest Tank Terminals standards and procedures to ensure safe, efficient bulk liquids handling.
• Identify and address gaps in SOPs/WIs and other procedures.
• Ensure operations equipment is optimised for efficiency and safety; conduct investigations and write reports.
• Complete site walkabouts, monitor loading/offloading, transfers, and housekeeping.
• Ensure permits to work are issued to Maintenance/Projects and handover instructions are clear.

Skills

Operations management

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Problem solving

SHEQ knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Decision making

Education

Diploma in Operations/Production/Engineering

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Bidvest Tank Terminals has an opportunity for an Operations Supervisor. This opportunity exists within the Operations Department, based in Isando, reporting to the Terminal Manager. The candidate has to meet the following minimum criteria.

• Operations/Production/Engineering Diploma
• Minimum 5 years operational experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisory position
• Experience in a chemical/petrochemical environment would be advantageous
• Experience in a Bulk Liquid Storage Facility/ Terminal Operations
• Experience in working within a unionized environment
• Good understanding of SHEQ systems (OSHSA 18001, ISO14001, & ISO9001

Duties and Responsibilities

Main purpose of the Job

• The incumbent in this position will supervise all operational activities in accordance with the Bidvest Tank Terminals standards, procedures and work instructions, to ensure the safe, effective and efficient storage and handling of bulk liquids according to laid down customer quality specifications and requirements.

The successful candidate will engage in the following activities:

• Identify and debug problems in processes, products, equipment and work for solution
• Identify gap in SOP/WI and other procedures
• Ensure that operations equipment is optimised to improve operational efficiencies
• Conduct investigations from all operations incidents and writing of reports
• Perform routine inspections to identify gaps and draw action plans to resolve the problems
• Monitor vehicle loading/offloading, transfers, drumming and other operations to identify dangerous and hazardous conditions
• Provide cost-effective solutions for optimal terminal operation
• Monitor the weekly maintenance plan (PM03, PM02, PM01) with the maintenance team
• Ensure permits to work (PTW) are issued to Maintenance/Projects
• Complete effective handover (face-to-face) ensuring that all instructions, tasks and actions are clearly communicated to all relevant staff members
• Ensure accurate tank gauging, review daily/weekly and monthly stock adjusting dips and all measuring equipment is calibrated and in good working order
• Conduct regular daily sites walkabouts and ensure a high level of housekeeping is always maintained
• Ensure the site Safety File inspections are always accurately completed, audited and sign-off
• Complete on-the-job training for every employee based on the work instruction
• Complete planned job observations (PJO) and ensure that any deviations are addressed, and/or relevant amendments are made
• Prepare sites for any planned project work
• Assist with all MOC (Management of Change) requests (internal and external)
• Report all SHE related incidents to line management
• Conduct regular site inspections, ensuring that all defects, unsafe conditions and near misses are reported and rectified within the agreed time frames
• Provide input into the operations skill’s development plan

Knowledge, skills and abilities required

• Good organizing, planning, and prioritising skills
• Must be able to work well in a team and independently
• Ability to work under pressure
• Computer literacy (MS Office, SAP, Excel, Power Point)
• Good problem-solving skills and analytical skills
• Ability to plan organise, prioritise and multi-task
• Fire- fighting and First aid
• Interpersonal, investigation, report writing, permit issuing skills
• Supervisory skills

We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.