Mechanical and Hot Works Supervisors – AMPOL Lytton Refinery Shutdown at UGL Limited

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Shutdown Supervision, High-Risk Work Controls, Risk Assessment, Permit Management, Isolation Processes, Working At Heights, Confined Space Entry, Safety Leadership, ITP Management, Team Coordination, Hazard Identification, Mechanical Supervision, Hot Works Supervision, Hy-Torque Tooling, Breathing Apparatus, Respirator Fit Testing

Industry

Rail Transportation

Description

Mechanical and Hot Work Supervisors – AMPOL Lytton Refinery Shutdown Lytton, Brisbane | Mid July – September 2026 Why this role Lead teams on one of Australia’s only remaining operating oil refineries. Be part of a major shutdown event with significant safety, planning, and execution responsibilities. Strengthen your technical capability across high‑risk operations, refinery environments, and shutdown leadership. UGL UGL provides engineering, construction and maintenance services across Australia’s critical industries, including oil & gas, refining, energy, resources and defence, in a fast‑paced and ever‑evolving environment. About the role We are seeking experienced and safety‑focused Mechanical and Hot Work Supervisors to support the upcoming AMPOL Lytton Refinery Shutdown, located in Lytton, Brisbane (4178). This position is suited to locals. This shutdown will run from Mid - July till the end of September As a Supervisor, you will oversee crews delivering critical shutdown activities in a high‑risk industrial environment, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality execution. What we offer Opportunity to work on one of Australia’s last operating refineries. Exposure to high‑profile shutdown operations and multidisciplinary teams. Supportive team environment with strong safety culture. Access to UGL development programs to support your ongoing career growth. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate work groups to safely deliver shutdown tasks within schedule and scope. Ensure compliance with all permit, isolation, and refinery access requirements. Conduct toolboxes, risk assessments, and daily safety leadership activities. Monitor progress, report on work fronts, and escalate issues promptly. Promote a positive safety culture and mentor team members in safe work behaviours. Manage Quality through ITP’s and completion activities About You Considerable experience supervising teams in refinery, petrochemical, or heavy industrial shutdown environments. Strong understanding of high‑risk work controls, including W@H, confined space, and isolation processes. Comfortable leading diverse teams in fast‑paced, high‑risk conditions. Collaborative, calm under pressure, and committed to safe work practices. Mandatory Requirements Current Criminal Background Check OR valid MSIC card (must be current prior to site access). Completion of 10 mandatory online training modules (must be 100%25 complete before attending the face‑to‑face induction—non‑compliance will be turned away). High‑risk and competency qualifications, including: Working at Heights Confined Space Highly regarded additional skills: Hy‑Torque tooling Breathing Apparatus Recent Face Fit to 3M full‑face respirator Advanced confined space experience Shutdown supervision experience Strong hazard identification and safety leadership capability About UGL As a member of the CIMIC Group, we value diversity in backgrounds, ideas, and work styles. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, culturally diverse candidates, and mature‑aged workers. How to apply If this role sounds like you, please click Apply and follow the prompts. We will contact shortlisted applicants. Please note: As part of the recruitment process, screening checks may include reference checks, right‑to‑work verification, national criminal history check, and pre‑employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate work groups to safely deliver critical shutdown activities at the Lytton Refinery within schedule and scope. Oversee compliance with permits, isolations, and safety protocols while managing quality through ITPs.