Title:  Operations Supervisor

Making the world Move

Exolum are an innovative fuel storage company with the priority of a green energy future operating globally. People are at the heart our expansion plans with a focus on developing our colleagues to reach their potential while accepting everyone as they are!

Operations Supervisor – Grangemouth

About the role

Responsible for the safe and compliant management of Terminal operational activities, within agreed parameters. Supervises, coaches, develops and motivates a team of people, consisting of operational or administrative staff, and ensures the execution of short term (daily, weekly to sometimes monthly) operating objectives and KPI’s.

Key Responsibilities

• To organise, optimise and co-ordinate the day to day operational activities carried out at the Terminal and to ensure that any risks identified in such activities are adequately controlled so far as is reasonably practicable
• To liaise with the Maintenance, Stock Control, Safety and Compliance teams to ensure the efficient and effective co-ordination of Terminal activities.
• To communicate directly with customers to ensure that operational requirements are effectively/efficiently met.
• To ensure the effective documentation of all operational activities and the maintenance of appropriate records.
• To liaise with outside agencies, i.e. shipping agents, cargo surveyors, and HMRC officials, on all matters pertaining to product storage and handling.

• To ensure that HMRC operational requirements, for products stored in the approved warehouses, are effectively met.
• To establish and maintain critical minimum levels of spares for operational activities.
• To ensure that work carried out by the Operations Department meets the standards of workmanship required by the company’s site specific procedures.
• To manage and ensure the operations staff work within manning guidelines and that suitable competent personnel are assigned to operational activities.
• To respond outside normal working hours to significant operational problems and attend if necessary.
• To assist with the development, implementation and subsequent review and evaluation of all operating procedures.
• To ensure that the principles of the site’s safety rules, MAPP, and regulations are effectively implemented and maintained.
• To assume the role of Site Main Controller in an emergency scenario
• To be fully familiar with the ‘Site Emergency Plan’ and how it may be activated.
• To ensure the effective implementation of the ADR security plan.

About You

The successful candidate will have a good level of education in Maths, English and Science.

Appropriate professional qualification, e.g. relevant degree or ILM. NEBOSH certificate or equivalent. Have knowledge and understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental ‘best practice’ in a high hazard industrial setting be Self-motivated have good interpersonal skills and Team working. The successful candidate will also poses excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem solving, decision making and have analytical capabilities.

Proficient in the use of IT and software systems be a time served supervisor and have experience in bulk liquid warehousing operations.

About the Benefits

• Salary £52,000.00  dependant on experience
• Pension – up to Employee 6% and Employer 9%
• Holiday – 30 days
• Personalised career development plans
• Single Private Health Insurance via BUPA
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Assurance x5 and Disability insurance
• Wellbeing Initiatives
• Employee Resource Groups – EDI Group, Employee Forum, Wellbeing Committee
• Study support (if applicable)

About the Process

The first step is to apply – please visit https://jobs.exolum.com/ to complete your application. Once your application has been reviewed, if you are successful, you will be invited to meet our amazing team and your potential new line manager for a face-to-face interview. Depending on the role, you may be required to attend a second stage interview so we can get to know you even more!

About Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Different people approach problems differently and we believe that diversity is the engine that fuels innovation. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse voices are not only heard but also amplified. We recognise that our differences—when embraced with respect—drive smarter decisions, stronger performance, and a culture where everyone can be their authentic selves.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, neurodiversity or any other legally protected status.

We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email: HumanResources@exolum.com

About your data

The information provided by you will be used by Exolum to process your application and, if successful, in connection with your future employment with us.  Any information held by us relating to you will be destroyed six months after the post has been filled.  If we wish to retain your information for future vacancies, we will seek your express consent to do so.  All processing of data will be in compliance with data protection laws.  For further information on how we handle your data read our UK privacy notice for job applicants, employees, workers and agency workers which is available on our website: Disclosures and legal notices by country – Exolum

The roles we advertise are not intended to be limited in terms of responsibilities. You can expected to be supported, challenged and inspired with the opportunity to take on other duties/responsibilities from time to time to aid in your development and broaden your experience.