- Based in Brisbane - Flights , Accommodation & LAHA Provided - Deliver high-quality piping, welding, and mechanical works - Be part of UGL's high performing turnaround team for September
About the role We are seeking experienced and safety-driven Hot Work Supervisors to join the AMPOL Lytton Refinery Shutdown This is a hands‐on leadership role responsible for overseeing hot work activities (welding, cutting, grinding) in a live refinery workplace, ensuring all work is executed safely, in compliance with strict permit‐to‐work (PTW) systems and hazard controls.
Shutdown duration: September ****
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate hot work in hazardous refinery environments
Manage and enforce Permit to Work (PTW) systems, including:
Hot Work Permits
Confined Space Entry
Isolation and LOTO processes
Verify field conditions including:
Gas testing (LEL, O2, H2S, CO)
Atmospheric safety and ignition risk
Ensure compliance with:
JSA/JHA and SWMS requirements
Refinery procedures and safety standards
Lead daily toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safety interventions
Provide visible leadership and confidently stop work if unsafe conditions arise
Coordinate across operations, maintenance, and contractor teams during SIMOPS
About You
Strong knowledge of:
Major Hazard Facility (MHF) risks
Hazardous area controls and ignition risk management
Advanced capability in:
Permit-to-work systems (PTW)
Gas testing and atmospheric monitoring




Demonstrated ability to:
Lead teams under pressure in shutdown environments
Enforce safety standards and challenge unsafe behaviours
Excellent communication and coordination skills across multiple stakeholders
Previous experience in a refinery shutdown environment or oil & gas shutdowns is highly desirable
Mandatory Requirements
Trade qualification (or equivalent industry experience)
Construction White Card
Working at Heights
Confined Space Entry
Highly Regarded
Refinery / petrochemical / oil & gas shutdown experience
Permit Issuer / Permit Authority training
Breathing Apparatus competency
Fire Watch / industrial firefighting training
Strong understanding of isolations (LOTO, blind/spade, DBB)
Advanced confined space and shutdown coordination experience
Exposure to SIMOPS and hazardous area classifications (Zone 0/1/2)
Gas Test Atmospheres certification
What we offer
Work on a flagship refinery shutdown project
Exposure to complex, high-profile operations
Strong safety culture and experienced leadership team
Opportunities for ongoing work and career development with UGL
About UGL
As part of the CIMIC Group, we embrace diversity of thought, background, and experience.
We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, culturally diverse candidates, and mature-aged workers.
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📌 Hot Works Supervisors – Ampol Lytton Refinery Shutdown (Brisbane)
🏢 Ugl Pty
📍 Brisbane