Are you an experienced Civil Operator looking for a rewarding role in the upstream oil and gas industry?
About us
OGT Energy is a new organisation with deep experience in the provision of conventional gas. Our vision is to provide a dependable gas supply assisting energy reliability while exploring innovative uses of our gas fields and infrastructure in support of the energy transition. Our assets have a long-term future supporting a reliable gas supply for the Australian domestic market and Queensland’s energy transition.
With fields located in the Surat Basin and supported by a Head Office in Brisbane, OGT Energy prides itself on its agility and nimbleness to navigate a changing energy landscape. Our success depends on the success of our people, who are empowered to have a voice, make decisions and be multiskilled across different roles. We believe diversity drives innovation, so we are building a culture where difference is valued.
About the Role
Join our Operations team and play a vital role in safely operating, maintaining and optimising our field assets across the Surat Basin. Working within a close-knit operations team, you’ll enjoy a varied role that combines civil works, plant operations, maintenance and field production activities in a safety-focused environment.
Reporting to the Asset Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for supporting the safe and reliable operation of our production facilities while helping maximise field performance. This hands-on role offers variety, autonomy and the opportunity to work across a broad range of operational and maintenance activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor gas wells and production facilities to optimise field performance.
- Perform civil maintenance including grading access tracks, maintaining rights of way, vegetation management and site housekeeping.
- Complete routine inspections and maintenance of wellheads, pipelines, pumps, compressors and associated equipment.
- Assist with plant start-ups, shutdowns and equipment fault finding.
- Perform pipeline pigging, load-outs, product transfers and testing activities.
- Conduct vehicle and machinery inspections and maintain equipment to a high standard.
- Complete maintenance records and operational documentation using the Works Management System.
- Work safely under permit-to-work systems while maintaining high environmental and safety standards.
- Participate in risk assessments, incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
About You
You are a safety-focused operator who enjoys working in a small team and takes pride in your skilled machinery handling, and maintaining equipment and facilities to a high standard.
Personal values:
- You deliver on your promises and take responsibility for your actions
- You act with honesty, respect and integrity in all that you do
- You are open to new ideas and ways of doing things
- Safety is central to everything that you do
To be successful you will have:
- Previous experience working in conventional gas field operations or a similar industrial environment.
- Sound mechanical aptitude and experience maintaining equipment in hazardous environments.
- Good knowledge of gas processing, pipelines, oil and gas wells or related infrastructure.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Current HR, DG, WP, CV & LF licences/ tickets
- Mechanical trade qualifications will be highly regarded
What We Offer
- 15/13 roster
- Competitive remuneration and annual incentive bonus
- Strong learning and safety culture with a supportive and friendly team
- Fully supported camp – accommodation, meals, gym and more.
- Permanent full-time employment.
- FIFO ex-Brisbane and DIDO available.
- Diverse and challenging work across field operations and maintenance.
- Opportunities to develop your technical skills within a growing energy business.
Apply Now
If you’re a motivated Civil Operator who values safety, teamwork and delivering reliable operational performance, we’d love to hear from you. If you are looking for a role where you are valued as a person not just a number, then please click the ‘Apply’ button and submit a short cover letter and your CV / résumé.
You can also contact us at hr@ogtenergy.com.au for further information about this opportunity. Click Apply Now and submit your resume together with a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
