Fuel Operations Manager (Procurement)
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7 days ago
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Job Summary
- Challenge yourself to manage fuel operations for the Qantas Group
- Enjoy attractive industry benefits while working with a diverse high-performing team
- Permanent role based at Qantas Group head office in Mascot Sydney
At Qantas we represent Australia to the world. Our diverse country is known for its unique spirit mateship and a can-do attitude. Together were strong and resilient and we work hard to make sure were always at our best.
While we operate in an unpredictable industry we thrive on uncertainty and are always ready for a challenge. We take a commercial mindset to all we do ensuring we make strategic decisions that live up to customer expectations.
The Fuel Operations Manager is accountable for ensuring jet fuel supply for the operations of Qantas and its subsidiaries within set policies and guidelines and in line with Qantas Group strategy.
Daily responsibilities include ensuring there is sufficient fuel to meet demand at scheduled ports negotiating arrangements for chartered and alternate ports ensuring that fuel quality and operations meet global and Qantas standards and being the first point of contact for communications and provision of solutions to internal stakeholders relating to fuel quality reliability and supply issues.
This is a hands-on strategic role which will see you develop supplier relationships lead a small team oversee quality inspections and manage fuel disruptions.
What youll bring to the role
- Demonstrable deep level of understanding of fuel supply quality and operations and ability to articulate its alignment with overall business goals
- Demonstrable commercial awareness with a clear understanding of the drivers affecting the business. Able to demonstrate a passion for delivering commercially astute outcomes.
- Ability to adopt new methods and processes in order to deliver outcomes that meet the internal customer need consistently challenging existing paradigms
- Previous experience working in the aviation fuel sector is highly preferred with a relevant degree in Business Engineering or a related discipline
- Previous experience in auditing is preferred particularly in an IATA function
- Ability to be on call 24/7 and travel to ports as required.
Why Qantas
Youll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.
There are many different opportunities across our team which means youll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. Youll be supported from day 1 with on-the-job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role weve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions the destinations are endless.
The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.
- We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe both for you and your family and friends as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
- We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.
- Well give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping food and wine insurance health and wellbeing leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.
- Well support your wellbeing: Whether its learning to better support your own and others mental health our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.
Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us youll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.
If youre ready for a culture that will challenge and excite you submit an application today.
Applications close: Sunday 11 January 2026
Please note: applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
- HR Sourcing
- Procurement Management
- Supply Chain Experience
- Contract Management
- Contract Negotiation
- E-procurement
- negotiation
- Contracts
About Company
Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australias largest domestic and international airline. The Qantas Group's main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands Qantas and Jetstar operating regional, ... View more
