Petrol Station Attendant job description

About the job

We are looking for a petrol station attendant to serve drivers quickly and safely, filling vehicles with fuel, taking payment and keeping the station clean and safe.

Duties and responsibilities

• Fill vehicles with the amount or value of fuel the driver asks for
• Take payment in cash or electronically and give the right change
• Check and top up tyre pressure, oil and water on request
• Clean windscreens and carry out simple services such as oil or bulb changes at stations that offer them
• Enforce safety rules, including no smoking and engines off while refuelling
• Use the fire extinguishers when needed and report any leak or hazard at once
• Record pump readings at the start and end of the shift and reconcile the takings
• Clean the pumps, forecourt and facilities

Working conditions

• Outdoor work, including in the summer heat
• Standing for long periods
• Night and holiday shifts

Requirements

• Basic education certificate or equivalent
• 3 to 6 years of experience in petrol station work

The years of experience follow the level you choose when posting.

Skills

• Customer service
• Cash handling
• Safety
• Cleanliness
• Integrity
• Basic firefighting
• Tyre and oil checks

Preferred

• A fire safety course
• Experience with basic vehicle services