Plant Attendant – Petroleum Handling

About the role

The Plant Attendant ensures safe and efficient handling, storage, transfer, and loading of petroleum products at the depot. The role includes tank gauging, operating valves and pipelines, maintaining accurate records, and supporting overall depot operations while complying with HSEQ standards.

Key responsibilities

• Load road tank wagons (RTWs), gauge storage tanks, open/close valves and pipelines, and record metered volumes.
• Follow all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) guidelines, report spills or incidents, and participate in safety meetings.
• Maintain accurate gauging logs, loading records, and product transfer documentation; assist with audits and inventory reconciliations.
• Operate meters, pumps, valves, loading arms and inspect equipment before use; report any defects.
• Complete operational records, shift reports, and promptly report irregularities or equipment concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping standards in the filling shed, loading areas, and tank farm.

Required profile

• Secondary education with a technical qualification and 3‑5 years experience in an industrial facility.
• Computer literate with mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to self‑plan, deliver results on time, and work well in a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and compliance with HSEQ and emergency codes.

Required skills

• Tank gauging and measurement reading.
• RTW loading and valve/pipeline operation.
• Use of meters, pumps, loading arms and related terminal equipment.
• Equipment inspection and basic maintenance reporting.
• Computer‑based record keeping and documentation.