Lead Airport Refueller

Located in Newcastle Airport
- Permanent part-time opportunity
- Focused on operational support, contributing to the continuous improvement and excellence of our aviation operations.

**About Ampol**

We are proud of our heritage. We have been powering better journeys for all Australians for over 100 years. As Australia's very own fuel brand we are committed to making those journeys easier by meeting Australia's needs at every step with the care and service we all deserve. And, as we grow, we continue to evolve, to ensure we have low carbon solutions that will meet the needs of our customers well into the future. Powering better journeys for today and tomorrow.

**About the role**:
Reporting to the Aviation Operations Manager, this is a dynamic role where you'll play a vital part in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of our aviation refuelling network at Newcastle Airport. You will be key role in supporting and delivering seamless, on-time, and full-service experiences to our valued customers. With a strong emphasis on safety, regulatory compliance, and service reliability, this role is ideal for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in a critical and fast-paced sector of Australia's energy infrastructure.

**Key responsibilities**:

- Coordinate daily aviation refuelling operations, including flight scheduling, refueller assignments, and stock reconciliation to ensure seamless service delivery
- Support leadership and operational teams by overseeing day-to-day activities, monitoring maintenance schedules, and managing workforce rosters
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying operational gaps, proposing enhancements, and contributing to investigations and audits
- Ensure regulatory and safety compliance, including contractor management, incident response participation, and monitoring of compliance systems (e.g., EBITS)
- Assist in training and development initiatives, including completing up to Level 3 training and supporting operator competency
- Handle administrative and logístical tasks, such as raising LPOs, updating systems, and maintaining accurate records
- Adapt to evolving operational needs, performing refuelling duties when required and taking on additional responsibilities as they arise

**About you**:
You will bring extensive operational experience within the Aviation industry or a closely related field. Outstanding communication skills, combined with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders and manage relationships, are essential for success in this role.
A solid mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with vehicles, coupled with a strong commitment to safety, are critical requirements.
This position also demands flexibility, including availability for on-call duties and occasional weekend work.

**Key skills and experience**:

- Proven experience in Aviation Operations / Scheduling experience is ideal
- Sound knowledge in Operations of vehicle and maintenance requirements
- Excellent People & Communication skills (verbal and written)
- Good time management skills and ability to work under pressure
- Proficient level of computer literacy in MS Office
- Current HC licence
- Understanding of JIG (Joint Inspection Group) is a desirable

**Our benefits**:

- Our total remuneration is competitive. This is across base salary, a performance incentive, employee share offers and a 25% discount on Fuel for two privately used cars
- Access to Ampol's Benefits & Recognition platform: providing you access to retail discounts and cashbacks at over 500+ retailers in Australia that assist with everyday living expenses.
- We value recognition. We have an internal recognition platform amplifying the achievements of those who do great work and demonstrate our capabilities and values.
- Career development and learning opportunities including LinkedIn Learning and other tailored training solutions.
- BabyCare Package - financial and flexible support for parents transitioning back to work.
- Need some wheels? Novated Lease options are available.
- Invest in your future with the Employee Share Scheme
- Leave Options - We offer wellbeing leave and leave purchasing
- Care for your Community. Spend one paid day a year volunteering with one of our Ampol Foundation partners.