Operator Level 2 - Bidvest Tank Terminals

Bidvest Tank Terminals is currently recruiting for eight Operator level 2’s to join the Durban Operations Team, to ensure safe and efficient bulk storage operations on a shift basis and effective operations. The candidate must meet the following minimum criteria

Duties and Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and execute site and shipping activities by BTT procedures, work instructions and planning schedule
• Ensure that all plant equipment is well maintained, and that defective equipment is reported to the Team Leader
• Perform Vessel Entry inspection and confirmation of tank cleanliness before the surveyor is in attendance
• Perform and calculate stop dips and pumping rates accurately
• Prepare tanks, lines and equipment for operations as directed
• Load and unload drums onto flat racks and containers as per the drumming procedure
• Activate heat systems, chillers and compressors by planned site activities
• Responsible for signing in and out keys by the tank key control procedure
• Ensure that there is an effective handover between shifts to ensure operational continuity
• Report losses and gains to the Team Leader on shift
• Supervise and direct Operator Level 4 and Operator-level 5
• Manage the effluent and separator operations to ensure no environmental damage

Knowledge, skills and abilities required

• Available and willing to work shifts by the BTT Shift roster
• Strong communication skills – verbal and written
• Knowledge of pumps, valves, and operating procedures
• Ability to work well within a team
• Relevant BTT systems knowledge and experience in SAP

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• Completed all Operator Level 2 competency modules
• Minimum of 2 years BTT Operations experience
• Code 8 Drivers Licence preferred