Terminal Operations Coordinator

Ampol; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

LinkedIn Learning access

Training & development

Job summary

Ampol is seeking a motivated Terminal Operations role based at the Kurnell Terminal. You will support management and coordination of all terminal operations to deliver safe, reliable product to customers on a rotating day/night roster.

Comprehensive training will be provided and you will have the opportunity to work across key operational areas. You will bring a positive, can-do attitude with experience in oil & gas or hazardous environments, strong mechanical aptitude, and good communication

Qualifications

• Experience in petroleum industry or hazardous facility is desirable.
• Issuance and/or receipt of work permits is desirable.
• Strong planning and organising skills.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to commit to a rotating roster.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of shipping discharge operations and inventory management.
• Coordinate and support safe and efficient terminal operations, including product movements, tank farm operations and pipeline transfers.
• Oversee the operational performance of the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), ensuring compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Support the safe, reliable and efficient operation of terminal SCADA and DCS control systems.
• Coordination, Permitting and supervision of terminal related projects and maintenance activities.
• Achieve Incident and Injury Free performance.
• Ensure that the facility operates in a safe and reliable manner.
• Support strategic and key infrastructure projects.
• Deliver high levels of service to internal and external customers, resellers, business partners and other terminal gate customers.
• Meet all the Ampol and other legislative requirements.
• Ensure cost effective management of assets and expenditure.
• Support stock replenishment shipping operations which include overtime, weekend, and public holiday work.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety conscious

Strong communication

MS Office

Autonomous worker

Teamwork

Tools

SAP

Job description

At Ampol, we believe in the Power of Us- the extraordinary power of people to connect, act, and make a difference.

As a leading energy company operating across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and from the United States, our work spans fuel supply, energy solutions, convenience retail, infrastructure, trading and shipping. Every role at Ampol plays a part in something bigger - powering progress for our customers, communities, and people.

Your career here is yours to shape. We back our people with real opportunities, the tools to grow, and a culture that rewards ownership and initiative. Whether you’re deepening your expertise or taking on something new, we’ll support you to power a career that works for you.

We’re building a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued - because when people are free to be themselves, powerful things happen.

About Infrastructure

Ampol has been proudly fuelling Australia since 1900, from humble beginnings, through 120 years of growth and change. We are the operational heart of the business, responsible for the refinement and distribution of petrol and petroleum products. Our operations span the country and working with us will provide you with the opportunity to meet a diverse team of experts who help make Ampol the energy supply chain leader it is today.

This purpose reflects our commitment to delivering value for our customers and our people now, through safe, reliable, and competitive operations. As we look to the future, we will continue to innovate through new energy and fuel solutions to deliver on powering better journeys, today and tomorrow.

About the role

Reporting to the Terminal Operations Specialist, you will be involved in supporting the management and coordination of all terminal related operations and to execute excellence in the provision of safe, reliable, and effective operations to ensure delivery of product to customers. The role is based at our Kurnell Terminal and operates on a rotating roster across both day and night shifts. Comprehensive training will be provided and once deemed competent, you will have the opportunity to work across three key operational areas.

Operational Areas

• Kurnell Yard, Tank Farm and Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Wharf Operations, Offshore Operations and Mooring Master activities
• SCADA and DCS Control Systems

Responsibilities

• Coordination of shipping discharge operations and inventory management.
• Coordinate and support safe and efficient terminal operations, including product movements, tank farm operations and pipeline transfers.
• Oversee the operational performance of the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), ensuring compliance with environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Support the safe, reliable and efficient operation of terminal SCADA and DCS control systems.
• Coordination, Permitting and supervision of terminal related projects and maintenance activities.
• Achieve Incident and Injury Free performance.
• Ensure that the facility operates in a safe and reliable manner.
• Support strategic and key infrastructure projects.
• Deliver high levels of service to internal and external customers, resellers, business partners and other terminal gate customers.
• Meet all the Ampol and other legislative requirements.
• Ensure cost effective management of assets and expenditure.
• Support stock replenishment shipping operations which include overtime, weekend, and public holiday work.

About you

You bring a positive, can-do attitude, with previous experience in oil & gas or other hazardous environments considered highly advantageous. Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience will help you excel in this role.

You demonstrate a strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and a commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards.

Qualification & Experience

• Previous experience in petroleum industry or hazardous facility, working knowledge of terminal and pipeline operations is desirable.
• Issue and/or receipt of work permits is desirable.
• SAP experience is a desirable.
• Good sound knowledge of relevant industry and safety standards.
• Strong planning and organising skills.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Sound knowledge of mechanical aptitude.
• Safety focussed with experience in safe operation of a hazardous facility is ideal.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to commit to a rotating roster.

Our Benefits

Our total remuneration is competitive. This is across base salary, shift allowance employee share offers, novated leasing and a range of other benefits! We value recognition and have an internal recognition platform amplifying the achievements of those who do great work.

You will also get access to Ampol's Benefits & Recognition platform: providing you access to retail discounts and cashbacks at over 500+ retailers in Australia that assist with everyday living expenses.

We support career development through LinkedIn Learning, tailored training and on-the-job opportunities to build skills within our terminal team.

Applications close on 05 November 2026

Additional Information

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Equal Opportunity

We’re an equal opportunity workplace. We not only embrace diversity and inclusion; we celebrate what makes you unique. We welcome applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and diverse sexualities and genders (including if you identify as transgender). We also highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for roles with Ampol.