Terminal Manager - Lara

Vivaenergyaustralia; Lara; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Energy is seeking a capable Terminal Manager in Australia to champion a safety-first culture while driving operational performance and continuous improvement across the site. You will lead HSSE, asset management, emergency readiness and workforce capability with a focus on no-harm outcomes and reliable operations.

You will oversee risk management, regulatory compliance and capital projects, while building a high-performing team and strong stakeholder relationships with regulators and

Qualifications

• Experience leading operational teams within industrial, energy, manufacturing, logistics, terminal or process environments.
• Strong people leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop and inspire others.
• Experience managing terminal operations, asset management programs and capital project delivery.
• Understanding of HSSE systems, regulatory compliance and safe work practices.
• Ability to balance business priorities, stakeholder expectations and operational requirements.
• Strong communication and relationship-building across all levels of an organisation.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture and drive operational performance and continuous improvement across the site.
• Provide leadership across health, safety, security and environmental compliance, asset management, emergency preparedness and workforce capability.
• Lead the delivery of safe, reliable and efficient terminal operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Asset Integrity Management and capital projects to ensure long-term reliability.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with regulators, local government, community representatives and business partners.

Job description

As Terminal Manager, you will champion a strong safety-first culture while driving operational performance and continuous improvement across the site. You will provide leadership across health, safety, security and environmental compliance, asset management, emergency preparedness and workforce capability.

Health, Safety, Security & Environment (HSSE)

Foster and lead a culture that supports our commitment to Goal Zero and achieving no harm to people, assets or the environment.

Ensure compliance with all HSSE requirements, including Safety Case obligations, WorkSafe and EPA requirements, audits and assurance activities.

Maintain emergency response readiness by reviewing procedures, overseeing training exercises and ensuring emergency equipment is tested and maintained to required standards.

People Leadership

Lead, coach and develop a high-performing operations team, creating an inclusive and engaged workplace culture.

Drive workforce capability through effective training, competency development and succession planning.

Promote accountability, collaboration and continuous learning across the team.

Operational Excellence

Lead the delivery of safe, reliable and efficient terminal operations.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, reliability, productivity and risk management outcomes.

Ensure operational and maintenance activities are planned and executed to the highest standards.

Asset Integrity & Reliability

Support the development and execution of the site's Asset Integrity Management Plan.

Lead the implementation of maintenance and capital improvement programs to ensure long-term asset reliability and performance.

Stakeholder Management

Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, local government, community representatives and business partners.

Manage key operational interfaces relating to refinery scheduling, product availability, laboratory and quality functions.

About you:

You are an experienced operational leader who thrives in a safety-critical environment and has a proven ability to build engaged, high-performing teams.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience leading operational teams within industrial, energy, manufacturing, logistics, terminal or process environments.
• Strong people leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop and inspire others.
• Experience managing terminal operations, asset management programs and capital project delivery.
• A solid understanding of HSSE systems, regulatory compliance and safe work practices.
• The ability to balance business priorities, stakeholder expectations and operational requirements.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence engaging across all levels of an organisation and with external stakeholders.
• A continuous improvement mindset focused on achieving operational excellence and sustainable outcomes.

About Viva Energy

Join a team that values diversity. VivaEnergy is a great place to be yourself. We believe in our people, trust in their positive intentions, and empower everyone to amplify their voice across the business. We value inclusion because that’s how we get the best outcomes.

Awarded the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality for the past five years highlights that we are driven by our people and continuing our focus on making Viva Energy reflect the ever-changing face of Australia.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encourage and support diversity in our traditional and non-traditional roles.

Applications close Friday, 2 October 2026