Job Description
- 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
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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 environment, ensuring all work is executed safely, in compliance with strict permit‐to‐work (PTW) systems and hazard controls.
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Shutdown duration: September ****
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Key Responsibilities
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Supervise and coordinate hot work in hazardous refinery environments
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Manage and enforce Permit to Work (PTW) systems, including:
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Hot Work Permits
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Confined Space Entry
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Isolation and LOTO processes
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Verify field conditions including:
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Gas testing (LEL, O2, H2S, CO)
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Atmospheric safety and ignition risk
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Ensure compliance with:
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JSA/JHA and SWMS requirements
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Refinery procedures and safety standards
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Lead daily toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safety interventions
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Provide visible leadership and confidently stop work if unsafe conditions arise
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Coordinate across operations, maintenance, and contractor teams during SIMOPS
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About You
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Strong knowledge of:
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Major Hazard Facility (MHF) risks
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Hazardous area controls and ignition risk management
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Advanced capability in:
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Permit-to-work systems (PTW)
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Gas testing and atmospheric monitoring
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Demonstrated ability to:
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Lead teams under pressure in shutdown environments
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Enforce safety standards and challenge unsafe behaviours
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Excellent communication and coordination skills across multiple stakeholders
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Previous experience in a refinery shutdown environment or oil & gas shutdowns is highly desirable
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Mandatory Requirements
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Trade qualification (or equivalent industry experience)
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Construction White Card
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Working at Heights
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Confined Space Entry
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Highly Regarded
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Refinery / petrochemical / oil & gas shutdown experience
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Permit Issuer / Permit Authority training
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Breathing Apparatus competency
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Fire Watch / industrial firefighting training
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Robust understanding of isolations (LOTO, blind/spade, DBB)
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Advanced confined space and shutdown coordination experience
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Exposure to SIMOPS and hazardous area classifications (Zone 0/1/2)
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Gas Test Atmospheres certification
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What we offer
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Work on a flagship refinery shutdown project
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Exposure to complex, high-profile operations
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Strong safety culture and experienced leadership team
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Opportunities for ongoing work and career development with UGL
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About UGL
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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.

📌 Hot Works Supervisors - Ampol Lytton Refinery Shutdown (Brisbane)
🏢 Ugl Pty
📍 Brisbane