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Due to our continuing success within the industry we are expanding our engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to expand their knowledge and develop new skills within the fuels environment. Fuel Storage Solutions (“FSS”) is a fast growing company which therefore offers quick progression for the right candidate.   

Summary

FSS is looking for an experienced (4 year plus), ambitious and hard-working individual to be employed as a Pipefitting Engineer.

The position will require the successful candidate to be part of its on-site engineering team to assist in completing various works ranging from small, one-off, jobs, to major projects. The candidate should have good computer skills and be able to read AUTOCAD/schematics.  We will invest heavily in your training and provide continuous mentoring and support but you will need proven experience and qualifications. You must also be versatile (the job will involve skills beyond pipefitting), able to multi-task, be happy to work away from home and be open to learn new skills.

About the Company

Fuel Storage Solutions (“FSS”) was established by owners and directors Katharine and Jonathan Barnett in 2002. It has been established for over 20 years and is located in Bradford with a good and stable customer base. Works are undertaken for many blue chip companies nationwide (including Northern Ireland) with this client base enabling us to offer job stability and progression.

Role details

• Installation and removal of pipework, tanks and pumping systems
• Problem solving
• Commissioning and decommissioning of installations
• Working as part of a team reporting to Contract/ Project Manager to complete engineering projects
• Ensuring that projects are completed within agreed deadlines whilst meeting technical and safety standards
• Supporting other Engineers
• Complying with RAMS and health and safety at all times (working to strict requirements)

Experience and qualifications required:

Essential Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least 4 years relevant experience
• Background in the inspection, assessment and maintenance of pipelines/ pipework
• Proven experience in pipework installation
• Full driving licence
• CSCS
• Be capable of obtaining high level security clearances
• Have a strong work ethic and be willing to learn from others
• Willing to work away from home during working week
• Competent in working to RAMS
• Experienced or capable of working to high standard of H&S requirements including 5 point PPE
• Reading and interpreting CAD, schematics and technical documentation

Beneficial

The ideal candidate will have:

• CSCS certification
• Experience and knowledge of the installation, inspection and testing of commercial heating and pipework systems.
• Basic experience and knowledge of civils and electrical works
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience working within a fuels environment

Benefits in Kind:

• 5% Employer pension contribution to auto-enrolment pension scheme (from completion of 3 months service)
• 2 x annual salary death in service benefit
• Generous overnight allowances and expenses
• 20 days Annual Leave with the addition of bank holidays
• Health cash plan
• Optional private health insurance

Job Type: Full-time Permanent (subject to successful completion of 6m probation period)

Salary: £32,000.00-£38,000.00 per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week with some out of hours call out (overtime at 1.5 and double time dependent on day and time of work)

Working Away: Yes

Think you might be perfect for the role? Email us now at jobs@fuelstoragesolutions.co.uk attaching your CV and a bit about you.

Due to our continuing success within the industry, we are expanding our in-office sales team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to take the lead on FSS sales and projects, to bring new ideas and strategies to the table and lead on promoting and selling our award-winning APIApipe. We are looking for someone to take the reins on sales and continue leading our team to success.

Summary
FSS is looking for an experienced Sales Leader to develop and implement the sales strategy and help break into new markets with APIApipe. The Head of Sales will report in to, and work closely with, our Operations Director. The role is a key leadership position and will be responsible for our Compliance and Technical Sales (CATS) team, a team of four, and our Projects team, a team of two.

The Head of Sales is a pivotal role to the business and the ideal candidate will have proven people management experience, extensive sales experience, be data driven and strategically minded.

The Head of Sales will drive year on year sales growth, evolving and implementing strategies and processes to push FSS to the next step. They will lead by example to unlock the team’s full potential, whilst maintaining and developing existing and new client relationships. As a small business, it is important that our Heads of Department get stuck in with the rest of the team and are not afraid to get their hands dirty!

About the Company
Fuel Storage Solutions (“FSS”) was established by owners and directors Katharine and Jonathan Barnett in 2002. It has been established for over 20 years and is located in Thornton, Bradford with a good and stable customer base. Works are undertaken for many blue-chip companies nationwide (including Northern Ireland) with this client base enabling us to offer job stability and progression.

Role details
• Lead the Sales and Projects teams.
• Develop a positive team environment
• Promote collaboration, trust, and open communication,
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members to enhance their skills, knowledge, and professional growth.
• Protect and promote the FSS brand reputation.
• Motivate and lead the teams to maximise sales opportunities.
• Develop and implement the business sales strategy.
• Drive and execute strategies for new business.
• Build and maintain long lasting client relationships.
• Partner with new and existing clients to understand their business needs and objectives.
• Monitor and support the customer lifecycle at FSS, seeking and implementing fresh and innovative promotions.
• Develop and implement strategies to introduce APIApipe into new markets.
• Collaborate with the required stakeholders to increase the efficiency of marketing activities.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and monitor business performance.

Experience and qualifications required:
Essential Requirements
• Background in sales
• People Management and Leadership
• Advanced MS Office skills
• Data driven
• Experience working with a CRM/ERP system
• High numeracy and sound technical skills
• Strong focus on controls and processes
• A hands-on approach with the ability to manage and provide leadership to a diverse team
• Experience supporting business change programmes; embraces change & innovation.
• Ability to influence at all levels.
• Ability to build rapport quickly and communicate effectively with all levels of the organisation.
• Strong commercial acumen and credibility.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Integrity & honesty.
• Self-motivation & self-discipline.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Sensitive to the requirements of the organisation.
• Confident and assertive.
• Good time management and the ability to prioritise.
• Full driving licence
• Have a strong work ethic and be willing to learn from others

Beneficial
The ideal candidate will have:
• Knowledge of fuel, fuel storage and mechanical engineering
• Project Management experience

Benefits in Kind:
• 5% employer pension contribution to auto-enrolment pension scheme (from completion of 3 months service)
• 3 x annual salary death in service benefit
• 31 days annual Leave including Bank Holidays
• Health cash plan
• Long service rewards
• Optional private health insurance