Join a team where safety, teamwork and operational excellence come first.

United Terminals Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Day Terminal Operator to join our Operations team at our Hastings Terminal.

This is an exciting opportunity for an operations professional who enjoys working in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment where no two days are the same. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the safe receipt, storage, handling and distribution of fuel products while contributing to the ongoing success of one of Australia's leading terminal operations.

About Us

United Terminals Pty Ltd is a subsidiary of United Petroleum Pty Ltd and operates fuel terminals across Victoria, Tasmania and Queensland.

As operators of Major Hazard Facilities (MHF), safety, environmental responsibility and operational excellence underpin everything we do. Our people are committed to maintaining the highest industry standards while supporting Australia's fuel supply network.

About the Role

Reporting to the Shift Team Leader, you will work day shifts across a rotating roster (6:00am–2:00pm and 10:00am–6:00pm), undertaking a broad range of operational duties that ensure the secure and efficient running of the Hastings Terminal.

You'll be involved in terminal operations, aviation fuel quality assurance, maintenance coordination, contractor management and emergency response activities while working within a collaborative and highly skilled operations team.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

Safely operating terminal facilities in accordance with Major Hazard Facility (MHF) requirements

Receiving, storing, handling and loading petroleum and aviation fuel products

Supporting pipeline, gantry and Crib Point Jetty operations

Monitoring product quality and maintaining accurate operational records

Conducting fuel sampling, testing and aviation quality assurance activities





Raising maintenance work requests and supporting planned maintenance activities

Issuing and managing Permit to Work documentation

Assisting with emergency response activities and site safety initiatives

Conducting contractor and visitor inductions

Participating in safety audits and continuous improvement initiatives

Completing operational reporting, stock movements and shift documentation

Working collaboratively with maintenance teams, contractors and key stakeholders

Supporting shipping operations and Shore Officer duties when required.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

Experience within fuel terminals, petroleum, aviation, chemical processing, oil & gas, mining or other industrial operations

A strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance

Experience working within highly regulated operational environments

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement

Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping

The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure

Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn new systems and technologies.

Experience with any of the following will be highly regarded:

Aviation fuel operations or quality assurance

Permit to Work systems

SCADA, SAAB or Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Emergency Response

Pipeline or shipping operations.

Why Join United Terminals?

At United Terminals, you'll become part of a highly skilled team operating one of Australia's critical fuel infrastructure facilities.

We offer:

Competitive remuneration

Comprehensive training and ongoing development

Exposure to aviation fuel and terminal operations

Career progression opportunities across the United Petroleum Group

A supportive team environment with a strong safety culture

Opportunities to assist at other terminal locations and broaden your experience.

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📌 Day Terminal Operator (Hastings)
🏢 United Petroleum
📍 Hastings