Rotating Shift Terminal Operator (24/7)

United Petroleum; Hastings; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration & shift allowances

Technical training

Leadership development

Career progression

Supportive culture

Job summary

United Terminals Pty Ltd is seeking a Rotating Shift Terminal Operator for the Hastings Terminal to operate fuel facilities around the clock on a rotating roster. You will ensure safe receipt, storage and loading of petroleum and aviation fuels while following MHF requirements and company procedures.

You will engage in maintenance coordination, quality assurance and emergency response, with opportunities to step into Shift Team Leader for leadership experience and ongoing operational continuity.

Qualifications

• Experience in fuel terminals, petroleum, oil & gas, aviation fuel, chemical processing, mining or heavy industrial operations.
• Experience in a 24/7 operational environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating Hastings Terminal in accordance with procedures and MHF.
• Receiving, storing, handling and loading petroleum and aviation fuel.
• Monitoring fuel quality and maintaining aviation fuel standards.
• Completing operational inspections, testing and quality assurance activities.
• Maintaining accurate stock movement and operational records.
• Raising maintenance work requests and supporting planned maintenance activities.
• Participating in emergency response activities.
• Assisting with contractor coordination and shipping operations.
• Conducting operational reporting, safety audits and shift handovers.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Acting in the Shift Team Leader role when required.

Skills

Fuel terminal operations

Safety compliance

24/7 operations

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Problem solving

Tools

SCADA

SAAB

CMMS

Job description

Join a Critical Operations Team Keeping Australia Moving

Are you an experienced operations professional who thrives in a safety-critical environment?

United Terminals Pty Ltd is looking for an experienced Rotating Shift Terminal Operator to join our team at the Hastings Terminal.

Working within a 24/7 rotating roster, you'll play a key role in the safe operation of one of Australia's major fuel terminals while contributing to the delivery of essential fuel supplies across Victoria.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with industry-leading systems, cutting-edge terminal operations and a team committed to safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement.

About Us

United Terminals Pty Ltd is a subsidiary of United Petroleum Pty Ltd and operates fuel terminals across Victoria, Tasmania and Queensland.

As operators of Major Hazard Facilities (MHF), we maintain the highest standards of safety, environmental responsibility and operational performance while supplying fuel to customers across Australia.

About the Role

Reporting to the Shift Team Leader, you will be responsible for safely operating terminal facilities across a 24/7 rotating roster while ensuring compliance with all Major Hazard Facility (MHF) requirements and company procedures.

You will contribute to all aspects of terminal operations including fuel receipt and storage, shipping activities, aviation fuel quality assurance, emergency response, maintenance coordination and contractor management.

From time to time, you will also have the opportunity to step into the Shift Team Leader role, providing valuable leadership experience and supporting the continued operation of the terminal.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Safely operating the Hastings Terminal in accordance with company procedures and MHF legislation
• Receiving, storing, handling and loading petroleum and aviation fuel products
• Supporting pipeline, gantry and Crib Point Jetty operations
• Monitoring fuel quality and maintaining aviation fuel standards
• Completing operational inspections, testing and quality assurance activities
• Maintaining accurate stock movement and operational records
• Raising maintenance work requests and supporting planned maintenance activities
• Participating in emergency response activities
• Assisting with contractor coordination and shipping operations
• Completing Permit to Work documentation where authorised
• Conducting operational reporting, safety audits and shift handovers
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Acting in the Shift Team Leader role when required.

About You

To be successful, you will bring:

• Experience within fuel terminals, petroleum, oil & gas, aviation fuel, chemical processing, mining or heavy industrial operations
• Experience working within a 24/7 operational environment
• A strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound operational decisions
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills
• Mechanical aptitude and a proactive approach to problem solving
• A willingness to continue learning and developing your technical skills.

Experience in any of the following will be highly regarded:

• Aviation fuel quality systems or JIG standards
• Permit to Work systems
• SCADA, SAAB or CMMS systems
• Emergency Response
• Pipeline or shipping operations
• Tank farm operations
• Leadership or relieving supervisory responsibilities.

Why Join United Terminals?

When you join United Terminals, you'll become part of a highly skilled team responsible for operating critical fuel infrastructure that supports communities and businesses across Australia.

We offer:

• Attractive remuneration and shift allowances
• Ongoing technical training and professional development
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills
• Exposure to diverse terminal operations and aviation fuel handling
• Career progression opportunities across the United Petroleum Group
• A supportive workplace built on teamwork, respect and safety.