Operator Level 4 at Bidvest Tank Terminals

--Powermax General Electrical Merchants Ltd--

Job Description

BTT is currently recruiting for an Operator level 4 to join the Durban Operations Team, to ensure safe and efficient bulk storage operations on a shift basis and effective operations. The candidates must meet the following minimum criteria  

Job Industry

Administrative and Support Services

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Always Work safely, and adhere to PPE requirements
  • Perform all Operational and SHEQ activities in accordance with the BTT policies and work instructions
  • Ensure compliance to OHS Act, SHEQ Systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001 & ISO 9001) and other industry appliable legislation
  • Conform to the operational procedures for the loading and discharge of products
  • Assist with the receipt and despatch of ships, road tankers, rail tankers and drums as directed
  • Assist with the stripping of tanks, preparation of lines and/or equipment for operations, as directed
  • Carry and connect hoses as directed
  • Insert and remove pigs as directed
  • Assist with the filling, stencilling, preparation and cleaning of drums
  • Connect road, rail, shipping and/or drumming hoses for loading and offloading as directed and supervised by a Level 2 Operator or above
  • Assist with the daily dips as supervised by an Operator Level 2
  • Load and decant vehicles unsupervised once a connection is performed or line-up checked by an Operator level 2 or above
  • Assist with the cleaning of separators, bund floors, tanks, berth lines, roads, vehicles and lines as directed in preparation for product transfer
  • Move between sites as required by the Team Leader/Supervisor due to operational requirements
  • General housekeeping: painting, sweeping, cleaning, cutting grass, washing floors and the cleaning of work areas as directed
  • Operate the Forklift to stack and store product (if licensed Forklift operator only)
  • Any other duty that is in the interest of the Company that is legal and lawful

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • Grade 12 or equivalent with proficiency in English (Maths and Science preferred)
  • Completed all Operator Level 4 Competency modules as required by the training centre
  • One-year experience in chemical plant operations
  • Code 08 Drivers licence preferred
  • Available and willing to work shifts in accordance with the BTT Shift roster
  • Strong communication skills – verbal and written
  • Knowledge of pumps, valves, and operating procedures
  • Physically fit in accordance with the Occupational Risk Exposure Profile (OREP)

Application Process

Close Date

18/11/2025