Autonomous LPG Terminal Operator-Rotating Day/Night

Viva Energy Australia; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Energy Australia is seeking a Shift Operator for the Lara LPG Terminal in Victoria. This permanent full-time onsite role involves autonomous work across day and night shifts on a rotating roster, operating LPG storage and terminal infrastructure with a strong focus on safety and reliability.

You will coordinate product movements, perform inspections, and support maintenance and contractor activities while maintaining records and contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Ideally trade qualification or technical background (preferred).
• Experience operating industrial plant, process equipment, or working within a related heavy industry environment.
• Ideally experienced with gantry management.
• Robust troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently and confidently in an autonomous operational environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Effective time management and organisational abilities.
• A collaborative team-focused approach.
• A demonstrated commitment to Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) principles.
• The flexibility to work a rotating roster including day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor LPG storage and terminal infrastructure to ensure safe and reliable operations.
• Coordinate product movements and maintain product quality standards.
• Conduct routine operational inspections, safety checks, and equipment monitoring activities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot operational issues to maintain continuous terminal performance.
• Complete accurate operational record keeping, reporting, and data analysis.
• Manage the safe loading of road tankers in the LPG loading gantry.
• Prioritise daily activities and make informed operational decisions within established procedures.
• Support maintenance and capital project activities, including contractor management and permit-to-work processes.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of employees and contractors carrying out maintenance and project work.
• Maintain terminal security and emergency response preparedness at all times.
• Contribute to a positive team culture focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Trade qualification

Industrial plant operation

Gantry management

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Communication

Time management

Team focused

HSEQ

Rotating roster

Education

Trade qualification or technical background

Job description

Viva Energy Australia is seeking a Shift Operator for the Lara LPG Terminal in Victoria. This permanent full-time onsite role involves autonomous work across day and night shifts on a rotating roster, operating LPG storage and terminal infrastructure with a strong focus on safety and reliability.

You will coordinate product movements, perform inspections, and support maintenance and contractor activities while maintaining records and contributing to continuous improvement.