Electrical and Instrumentation Asset Engineer

Do amazing work 

A career with Viva Energy is more than just a job. It’s a chance to join a group of people dedicated to supporting Australia’s evolving energy and convenience needs. We’re a leading retail, industrial and energy business, and we’ve been helping Australians reach their destination for more than 120 years.  

Our plans for the future support Australia’s energy transition to sustainable, lower carbon energy solutions. And our recent acquisitions of Coles Express and OTR, we provide Australians with outstanding convenience. 

At the heart of our plans is people power. People who want to grow and evolve with us. People with new perspectives, energy and passion to drive Viva Energy and their careers forward.

We now have a great opportunity for an Electrical & Instrumentation Asset Engineer to join our Supply Chain business and our national network of fuel storage terminals.

This is role can be based in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Newport (Victoria) and some interstate travel will be required.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Supply Chain Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for electrical, instrumentation and control system assets across a national portfolio of terminals, depots and pipelines.

You will:

• Provide engineering support to the Supply Chain Operations and Maintenance teams.
• Manage a portfolio of major maintenance and minor capital works.
• Provide assurance that Asset Management processes are being applied effectively and drive compliance to regulatory requirements and company procedures.
• Identify and implement improvements to Asset Management processes and procedures.
• Support business planning activities, including the development and prioritisation of the Major Maintenance Portfolio and Capital Plan.

Qualifications

About you

You are a degree qualified Engineer (Electrical, Instrumentation or Controls Engineering (or similar)) with the ability of effective communication and coordination skills.  You hold demonstrated experience working within the oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, or similar heavy industry sector, preferably greater than 8 years.

• Solid technical knowledge of operations, maintenance, and project requirements in a major hazard facility.
• You can demonstrate commitment to HSSE (Health, Safety, Security & Environment) and the desire to contribute to a team focussed on continuous improvement.
• You will have the confidence and capacity to align business and stakeholder priorities and provide clarity and vision for the broader team.
• You are dependable, detail-oriented and can apply innovative problem-solving skills. You will have a track record in taking ownership and delivering on your promises. 
• Possess excellent stakeholder management skills (both internal and external) and are able to manage complex and strategically important relationships.
• Able to positively influence a diverse stakeholder group that includes senior management, operations, contractors, and suppliers.
• Able to work with a high degree of autonomy and effectively prioritise your time in a dynamic work environment.

Additional Information

About Viva Energy 

Join a team that values diversity. Viva Energy 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.

At Viva Energy Australia, we believe flexibility is the new normal. We are open to flexibility options including hybrid, part-time, job-share and flexibility in start and finish times. We are happy to explore what this could look like for you during the recruitment process. 

Please note: This role is being sourced through VIVA Energy Australia, therefore we will not be accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.

Only applications from candidates holding full working rights for employment in Australia will be considered.

Applications close Monday, 17 February 2025