Aircraft Refueller

UGL Pty Limited; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term contract

Defence sector experience

Locational stability

Job summary

UGL Pty Limited is seeking an aircraft refueller to join the Defence Fuel Network at RAAF Amberley, SE Queensland. This full‑time role involves safe refuelling of Australian and international military aircraft and carrying out pre and post‑refuelling procedures.

We value safety, teamwork and the ability to operate in a Defence environment. Training is provided; entry to interstate facilities may occur for development. Apply to join a Tier 1 services provider delivering national security outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid HC Licence and DG Licence required or able to obtain
• Experience in fuel service or Defence industry is advantageous
• Able to work safely in a high‑risk environment
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Authorized to obtain security clearances if not already held

Responsibilities

• Support the Defence Fuel Network across Australia, ensuring operational excellence and reliability.
• Carry out before‑use inspections of refuelling vehicles, equipment and documentation to ensure readiness.
• Conduct daily fuel quality checks to ensure fuel is free from water and contaminants.
• Safely approach and refuel military aircraft, establish exclusion zones and monitor aviation safety requirements.
• Complete all post‑refuelling documentation, including meter readings and customer sign‑off, reporting hazards promptly.

Skills

HC Driver Licence

Dangerous Goods Handling Licence

Safety mindset

Communication skills

Security clearance eligible

Job description

Join UGL – Australia’s Lead in Defence Services Are you passionate about Defence Aviation? Whether you are an experienced Aircraft Refueller or seeking to embark on a new and exciting career in the Aviation industry. As our long‑term, major operations and maintenance contract continues to grow, we are seeking an aircraft refueller to join our team at RAAF Amberley, SEQLD. This is an exclusive opportunity to develop your career within a Tier 1 service provider, delivering meaningful work that safeguards Australia’s security while being part of a team renowned for excellence and collaboration. Whilst Defence and Fuel Industry experience may be advantageous. UGL’s training and development programs enable entry into the industry. Our training will equip you with the skills that enable you to perform your role safely. Training will include the opportunity to attend specialised interstate facilities at various times throughout your career with UGL combined with both onsite and offsite training locally.

Role

The Role Reporting through to the Operations Supervisor, your day-day duties will include;

• Support the Defence Fuel Network across Australia, ensuring operational excellence and reliability.
• Carry out before use inspections of refuelling vehicles, equipment, and documentation to ensure operational readiness.
• Conduct daily fuel quality checks in line with safe work procedures, (SWPs) to ensure fuel is free from water and contaminants.
• Safely approach and refuel Australian and international military aircraft, establishing exclusion zones, bonding equipment, and observing all aviation safety requirements.
• Complete all post refuelling documentation, including meter readings and customer sign‑off, and report hazards or incidents promptly.

What You Need

Attributes that you will bring to support our team would include, self-starting and team player capabilities along with dedication to the vital role we perform in supporting our Defence Force to deliver high quality outcomes for UGL.

We expect the successful applicants to have the following

• Safety is at the forefront of everything we do at UGL and we would expect that it is also at the forefront of everything you do as well.
• A valid HC Drivers Licence and Dangerous Goods Handling Licence essential
• Experience in the fuel service and/or defence industry will be highly regarded
• Good communicator and ability to work in a diverse team
• Current holder, or ability to obtain relevant security clearances

What We Offer

This is an opportunity to join UGL as a full-time employee, on a long-term contract within the Defence sector. A unique chance to work with and be a part of a Defence team and support the delivery of National Security in Australia.

• Competitive hourly rates with market leading company benefits
• Long-term opportunity, with locational stability; work close to home for as long as you want!!
• Work with a great crew of people from UGL and the Defence
• Love coming to work and be a part of something bigger!

As a diversified services organisation, UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people, and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills.

Job Reference: 265619