Operations Maintenance Coordinator at Viva Energy Australia

Corio, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Maintenance planning, Scheduling, Operations coordination, Asset management, Preventative maintenance, Safety compliance, Reliability engineering, Communication, Relationship building, Process operations, Plant operations, JDE software, Industrial maintenance

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Company Description Do amazing work A career with Viva Energy is more than just a job. It’s a chance to join a group of people dedicated to supporting Australia’s evolving energy and convenience needs. We’re a leading retail, industrial and energy business, and we’ve been helping Australians reach their destination for more than 120 years. Our plans for the future support Australia’s energy transition to sustainable, lower carbon energy solutions. Through our acquisitions of Coles Express and OTR, we provide Australians with outstanding convenience. At the heart of our plans is people power. People who want to grow and evolve with us. People with new perspectives, energy and passion to drive Viva Energy and their careers forward. Viva Energy’s Geelong Refinery employs around 700 people and supplies over 50 percent of Victoria’s and 10 percent of Australia’s fuel. The refinery can process up to 120,000 barrels of oil per day, manufacturing petrol, diesel, LPG, jet fuel, avgas, bitumen, specialty solvents for a wide range of industries. We now have a great opportunity for an Operations Maintenance Coordinator to join our Asset Management team at our Geelong Refinery. Job Description As the Operations Maintenance Coordinator, you will be the vital link between Operations and Maintenance within the site Asset team. You will own the maintenance schedule, ensuring that tasks are prioritised and executed efficiently, with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and preventative maintenance. You will: Coordinate maintenance tasks that have been entered into JDE and develop a robust schedule for execution. Prioritise work based with a strong emphasis on safety and operational impact. Liaise with Maintenance Planners to ensure timely planning, scheduling and execution of works. Maintain strong relationships between Operations and Maintenance teams to ensure alignment and execution of scheduled tasks. Drive improvement in reliability through focusing on preventative maintenance and proactive planning. Ensure asset integrity and operational reliability by considering environmental, safety, and operational factors in decision-making. Success in this Role Means: High attainment of planned maintenance schedules. Improved equipment reliability. Reduced Work order backlogs. Strong collaboration between Operations and Maintenance. A proactive approach to maintenance execution. Qualifications About you: Technical understanding of process and plant operations. Solid grasp of maintenance planning and scheduling principles. Experience in Oil & Gas or similar industrial/food manufacturing environments. Exposure to Major Hazard Facilities (MHF) is highly desirable. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Comfortable being hands-on and visible on site. Ability to work effectively with Maintenance and Operations teams. Why Join Us? Be part of a team that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. Work in a dynamic environment where your coordination and planning skills make a real impact. Opportunity to grow within a technically challenging and rewarding industry. Additional Information About Viva Energy Join a team that values diversity. Viva Energy is a great place to be yourself. We believe in our people, trust in their positive intentions, and empower everyone to amplify their voice across the business. We value inclusion because that’s how we get the best outcomes. Awarded the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality for the past five years highlights that we are driven by our people and continuing our focus on making Viva Energy reflect the ever-changing face of Australia. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encourage and support diversity in our traditional and non-traditional roles. Please note: This role is being sourced through Viva Energy Australia, therefore we will not be accepting applications via external recruitment agencies. Only applications from candidates holding full working rights for employment in Australia will be considered. Applications close Wednesday 27 May 2026

Responsibilities

The Operations Maintenance Coordinator acts as the primary link between operations and maintenance teams to prioritize and execute maintenance tasks. They are responsible for developing robust maintenance schedules and driving reliability improvements through proactive planning and asset integrity management.