The Opportunity

This is a newly created role within UGL's Fuels, Energy and Defence business, established to strengthen our capability ahead of a significant pipeline of Defence fuel infrastructure and fuel supply chain opportunities.

A key focus of the position will be to lead the delivery of UGL's fuel services strategic growth areas and include stakeholder engagement, solution development, commercial strategy, tender submissions and negotiations. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping UGL's delivery approach and positioning the business for future growth in this space.

Alongside major pursuits, you'll support a broader portfolio of growth opportunities across the Defence, aviation, fuel infrastructure and energy sectors, helping develop client relationships, identify new opportunities and contribute to future business growth.

Working closely with the Fuels, Energy and Defence leadership team, you'll support the implementation of contract assurance, cost and value improvement initiatives to improve performance for our customers and drive Value for Money outcomes.

As the business continues to grow, the role will also provide leadership depth across the Fuels Energy and Defence team, providing succession planning and strengthening capability across several key operational leadership positions.

This role would suit a leader who enjoys working across business growth, operational improvement and major pursuits. You'll bring strong leadership capability, an engineering background and a solid understanding of fuel supply chains and infrastructure, including how fuel is sourced, imported, stored and distributed across Australia.

Why consider this opportunity?

- Take the lead role in the development and delivery of UGL's fuel services strategic growth areas that will help shape the future growth of the business.





- Get involved from the earliest stages of pursuits and tenders through to contract award and, potentially, project delivery.

- Work directly with senior leaders, customers and industry stakeholders to influence both business strategy and operational outcomes.

- Broad role covering business growth, operational improvement, stakeholder engagement and project leadership.

- Regular exposure to opportunities across the Defence, aviation, fuel infrastructure and energy sectors.

- Flexible work arrangements and some travel depending on business requirements

- Strong potential to step into future Project Director, Operations Manager or other senior leadership roles as the business continues to grow.

Requires

- Degree-qualified in Engineering or a related discipline.

- Strong leadership experience within fuels, oil & gas, energy, infrastructure, Defence or similar industrial environments.

- Demonstrated understanding of fuel supply chains, including fuel storage, transportation and distribution.

- Experience leading complex projects, pursuits, tenders or operational improvement initiatives.

- Strong stakeholder engagement and commercial acumen.

- Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain an NV1 Security Clearance.

About Us

With a national footprint, UGL’s Fuels, Energy and Defence Services business has established itself as a leading fuel services provider with extensive expertise in Engineering, Green and Brownfields projects, Asset Management,



Fuel Supply Chain & Logistics, Operations and Maintenance Management. We contract to and partner with Australia’s premier fuel and energy providers and the Department of Defence.

What we offer

When you join UGL, you’ll work alongside some of Australia’s leading experts, contributing to major projects from start to finish. This gives you real opportunities to grow quickly, explore your interests, and shape a career that suits your goals and lifestyle.

We offer a wide range of career paths across different industries and roles, with plenty of opportunities to learn, progress, and take on new challenges. Many of our leaders have grown within the company, showing our strong focus on developing and promoting our people.

At every stage of your career, you’ll have the chance to learn from experienced professionals, build your skills, and create your own path forward with the support of the business. You will enjoy great staff benefits including;

- Paid parental leave – primary and non-primary carers.

- Household expenses discounts including energy, internet, phone.

- Health and well-being including discounts on health insurance, gym, psychology and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

- Holiday – discounts on accommodation, car hire, flights.

- Retail discounts – technology, beauty, crafts, household appliances.

- Grocery discounts – major supermarkets and online shops.

More information on our culture and advantages is available at Job search | UGL careers

As a diversified services organisation, UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people, and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills.

Interested in building your career with UGL? Submit your resume by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.

📌 Senior Project Manager (Sydney)
🏢 UGL - Services - Defence
📍 Sydney