Tank Maintenance Project Lead

Viva Energy Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Energy Australia is seeking a Project Manager to join the Distribution Engineering Team in Sydney. You will oversee a portfolio of tank maintenance projects at Clyde and Gore Bay terminals, leading planning, execution and safety-compliant delivery.

You will collaborate with Operations and Engineering, drive cost and schedule improvements, and ensure the work aligns with business objectives and company policies. Previous experience in major hazard facilities is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Engineering, construction or maintenance background with brownfield capital project and/or major maintenance experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, mining or similar heavy industry.
• Solid knowledge of operations, maintenance and project requirements in a major hazard facility.
• Experience leading procurement and tendering processes, including tender evaluation and contract award.
• Experience coordinating commissioning, handover and project closeout activities.
• Ability to influence diverse stakeholders including senior management, operations and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of major tank maintenance works at Clyde and Gore Bay fuel terminals in Sydney.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering and stakeholders to align scopes, schedules and execution with business objectives.
• Maintain strong field presence and oversight of contractors, ensuring safety and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement of tank maintenance processes to improve cost, schedule, safety and quality.
• Establish and maintain project controls including budgeting, cost forecasting, progress reporting and risk management.

Skills

Engineering background

Oil & gas experience

Project management

Stakeholder management

Brownfield capital projects

Tendering & procurement

Safety & quality focus

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Viva Energy Australia is seeking a Project Manager to join the Distribution Engineering Team in Sydney. You will oversee a portfolio of tank maintenance projects at Clyde and Gore Bay terminals, leading planning, execution and safety-compliant delivery.

You will collaborate with Operations and Engineering, drive cost and schedule improvements, and ensure the work aligns with business objectives and company policies. Previous experience in major hazard facilities is highly valued.