LPG Terminal Operator: Rotating Shifts & Safety

Viva Energy Group; Lara; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Energy is seeking a motivated Shift Operator to join the Lara LPG Terminal, a 24-hour operation ensuring safe storage and loading of LPG across Victoria. This permanent full-time role is onsite with a rotating day/night roster.

You will operate and monitor terminal infrastructure, coordinate product movements, perform safety checks, and work with the Terminal Manager to maintain high safety and reliability in a critical energy asset.

Qualifications

• Ideally a trade qualification or technical background (preferred).
• Experience operating industrial plant, process equipment, or in a related heavy industry environment.
• Ideally experienced with gantry management.
• Robust troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in an autonomous operational environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Effective time management and organisational abilities.
• A collaborative, team-focused approach.
• Demonstrated commitment to Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) principles.
• 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 procedures.
• Support maintenance and capital project activities, including contractor management and permit-to-work processes.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of employees and contractors during 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 experience

gantry management

troubleshooting

autonomy

communication

time management

team collaboration

HSEQ

roster flexibility

Job description

Viva Energy is seeking a motivated Shift Operator to join the Lara LPG Terminal, a 24-hour operation ensuring safe storage and loading of LPG across Victoria. This permanent full-time role is onsite with a rotating day/night roster.

You will operate and monitor terminal infrastructure, coordinate product movements, perform safety checks, and work with the Terminal Manager to maintain high safety and reliability in a critical energy asset.