Apprentice Depot Operator

About the role

Apprentice Depot Operator - Bulk Storage Terminal Technician (BSTT) 🚀

Join the Oil and Pipelines Agency (OPA), a vital Public Corporation managing critical fuel infrastructure for the Secretary of State for Defence. We operate 6 Naval Oil Fuel Depots (OFDs) and 1 Petroleum Storage Depot across the UK and overseas, powered by a team of around 200 dedicated employees. 🇬🇧🇸🇬

We're on the hunt for enthusiastic and driven individuals to embark on an exciting 30-month journey as an Apprentice Depot Operator at our Loch Ewe Oil Fuel Depot in Scotland. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 This isn't just a job; it's a launchpad! 🌟

What You'll Do:

As a BSTT apprentice, you'll dive deep into the world of bulk liquid terminal operations. Your training will be comprehensive, covering everything from plant maintenance and system operation to the crucial aspects of process safety. You'll gain hands-on experience with:

• Routine operation and maintenance of fuel storage plant and equipment 🛠️
• Pumping systems and their intricate configurations 💧
• Operating Oil/Water separators
• Collaborating with the team to manage the receipt and issue of petroleum products ⛽
• Rigging, hose testing, and slinging operations 🔗
• Manual tank dipping and accurate product sampling 🔬
• Precise fuel measurement 📏
• Operating a variety of machinery and pumps 🚜

What You'll Learn:

You'll be mentored by industry experts from Reynolds Training Services, earning a nationally recognised apprenticeship standard. We'll equip you with all the necessary technical certificates and:

• In-depth knowledge of Terminal Operations 💯
• Crucial insights into working on a COMAH Bulk Liquid Operational Site
• Valuable understanding of Process Safety study techniques, COMAH regulations, Human Factors, and Functional Safety 💡
• A strong foundation in safety culture and effective teamwork 🤝

Your Development Journey:

• Year 1: Primarily based at the Depot and the HCF Catch Training Facility in Immingham, with required block weeks at the training centre. 🏫
• Year 2: Mainly at OFD Loch Ewe under a mentorship programme, with allocated weeks each month back at Catch Training Facility in Immingham. 🔄

What We're Looking For:

• Hardworking, reliable, and trustworthy individuals with a genuine eagerness to learn and grow. 💪
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. 🗣️
• A strong team player mentality. 👯
• Minimum qualifications: National 5/Intermediate 1/Credit Standard Grade in Maths, English, and a Science subject. 📚

The Perks:

• Starting Salary: £13,445 per year (age-dependent, rising to £20,625 in your final year). 💰
• Working Hours: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am - 12:30 pm Friday (37 hours per week). ⏰
• Career Progression: Upon successful completion and gaining experience, you'll be eligible for our pay grades and structures, with opportunities to progress into roles like Operation Manager, Depot Manager, Fuel Supervisor, Mechanical Technician, Process Safety Engineer, and more! 📈 The OPA is a company with a pioneering spirit, and we want you to make a genuine impact with us! 🚀

Don't miss this chance to kickstart your career in a vital and dynamic industry! Apply now! 🔥

Key responsibilities

• Routine operation of fuel storage plant and equipment.
• Operate as part of the team for the receipt/ issue of Petroleum Products to authorised customers.
• System configuration.
• Rigging and assist with testing of fuelling hoses.
• Product sampling and fuel measurement.

Skills