Refinery Process Operator

Geelong Careers; Geelong; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Energy operates the Geelong refinery and is seeking an Operator to monitor and safely run refinery processing units. The role involves shift-based coverage, field rounds, and handling start-ups/shut-downs in line with procedures.

You will monitor equipment performance, log activities, and collaborate with Operations, Maintenance and Technical teams to optimise plant performance while contributing to safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate refinery process units and equipment.
• Conduct routine plant inspections and field rounds.
• Start-up, shut-down and isolate plant equipment in accordance with operating procedures.
• Monitor process conditions and respond to abnormal operating situations.
• Participate in permit-to-work, isolation and lockout/tagout activities.
• Support maintenance activities through plant preparation and reinstatement.
• Identify and report safety hazards, operational risks and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate operational logs and shift handover documentation.
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Maintenance and Technical teams to optimise plant performance.

Job description

Viva Energy operates the Geelong refinery and is seeking an Operator to monitor and safely run refinery processing units. The role involves shift-based coverage, field rounds, and handling start-ups/shut-downs in line with procedures.

You will monitor equipment performance, log activities, and collaborate with Operations, Maintenance and Technical teams to optimise plant performance while contributing to safety and continuous improvement initiatives.