Job Description

Closing Date	2026/02/10
Reference Number	BTT260203-2
Job Title	Operator Level 4
Job Type	Permanent
Business Unit	Durban
Department	Operations
Reporting To	Team Leader
Number of Positions	1
Location – Town / City	Durban
Location – Province	KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country	South Africa
Minimum Education Level	Grade 12 \| National Certificate
Job Category	Other
Job Advert Summary	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:
Minimum Requirements	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
Duties and Responsibilities	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 COMPETENCIES: (Knowledge, skills and abilities) 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)

Company Bidvest Tank Terminals

Location Durban

Job Type Entry-Level

Posted 04 February 2026

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