Aerodrome Operator- Darwin Airport

Viva Energy Australia; Darwin; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Energy Australia is seeking an Aircraft Refueller for a casual position at Darwin Airport. Twelve weeks of intensive training will be provided to the right candidate, who will work on tarmac operations, fuel handling, and customer service in a 24-hour airport setting, including weekends.

The role requires a strong work ethic, reliable transport, and relevant licenses where available. Flexible commitment to HSSE practices is essential for a high-performing team in aviation fuel operations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and reliability.
• Communicates clearly with a positive outlook.
• Proven trustworthiness and dependability.
• Commitment to health, safety, security and environment practices.
• Willingness to contribute to a high-performing team.
• Desirable Heavy Rigid vehicle license.
• Desirable Dangerous Goods license.
• Possesses a current full driving licence.
• Flexible to cover 24h airport operations including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Mainly focused on tarmac operations to assist customers and conduct Into Plane Fuelling.
• Driving fuel dispensers (including Heavy Rigid vehicles).
• Engaging in tasks at elevated heights.
• Handling manual tasks and entering data.
• Delivering exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• Ensuring fuel quality control through testing.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Reliable and trustworthy

HSSE commitment

Team orientation

Heavy Rigid license desirable

Dangerous Goods license desirable

Full driving licence

Shift flexibility

Job description

A career with Viva Energy is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger. To join a team committed to supporting our evolving energy needs as we help to build a secure and sustainable energy future. Our plans for the future support a transition to sustainable, lower carbon energy solutions. We’re also developing our convenience and mobility division, with our recent acquisitions of Coles Express and OTR positioning us as one of the leading national convenience retailers. At the heart of our plans is people power. People who want to grow and evolve with us. People with the brightest minds, boundless energy, new perspectives and the passion to take Viva Energy and their careers forward.

Will you be part of the solution?

Job Description

We currently have a casual opportunity at our Darwin Airport for Aircraft Refueller. This role would suit someone that wants to stay active and has an interest in the aviation industry. Twelve weeks of intensive training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Mainly focused on tarmac operations to assist customers and conduct Into Plane Fuelling
• Driving fuel dispensers (including Heavy Rigid vehicles).
• Engaging in tasks at elevated heights
• Handling manual tasks and entering data
• Delivering exceptional customer service
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude
• Ensuring fuel quality control through testing.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic
• Strong communication skills with a positive outlook
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Strong commitment to HSSE (Health, Safety, Security & Environment) practices
• Desire to work and contribute to a high performing team
• Current Heavy Rigid and Dangerous Goods licenses desirable
• Reliable transport and current drivers licence (min. two years full licence).
• Flexibility to cover changing workload demand within an airport over a 24 hour operation which will include weekend work

Additional Information

It’s an exciting time to join Viva Energy, as we play our role in securing Australia’s fuel supply while preparing for the lower carbon energies of tomorrow. Our goal is to support the world's evolving energy needs and achieve net zero by 2050.

Viva Energy is a leading convenience retailer, commercial services and energy infrastructure business, with a history spanning more than 120 years in Australia? The Group operates a convenience and fuel network of more than 700 stores across Australia, and exclusively supplies Shell fuels and lubricants to a total network of more than 1,300 service stations.

Viva Energy owns and operates the strategically located Geelong Refinery in Victoria, and operates bulk fuels, aviation, bitumen, marine, chemicals, polymers and lubricants businesses supported by more than 20 terminals and 60 airports and airfields across the country.

Our culture

Join a team that values diversity. Viva Energy is a great place to be yourself. We believe in our people, trust in their positive intentions, and empower everyone to amplify their voice across the business. We value inclusion, because that’s how we get the best outcomes.

Awarded the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality consecutive years in a row highlights that we are driven by our people and continuing our focus on making Viva Energy reflect the ever changing face of Australia.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encourage and support diversity in our traditional and non-traditional roles.

Only applications from candidates holding full working rights for employment in Australia will be considered. We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.

Good luck!