Fuel Farm Maintenance Operator – Aviation Fuel Systems

About the role

The Fuel Farm Maintenance Operator ensures safe, reliable and uninterrupted supply of Jet A1 fuel to aircraft by operating, inspecting, testing, maintaining and troubleshooting airport fuel farm and hydrant systems. The role combines preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and automation equipment while adhering to aviation safety, quality and HSSE standards.

Key responsibilities

• Perform fuel sampling, testing, tank gauging and density checks, and maintain accurate operational records.
• Execute preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance on fuel transfer pumps, storage tanks, pipelines, hydrant pits, valves and pressure control systems.
• Inspect, clean, flush and calibrate fuel system equipment, including filters, water separators and strainers.
• Maintain motors, generators, UPS systems, battery banks and power distribution equipment.
• Support troubleshooting and maintenance of PLC and SCADA systems used for fuel transfer and hydrant operations.
• Ensure compliance with HSSE requirements, Permit‑to‑Work procedures and industry standards.
• Participate in risk assessments, safety inspections, emergency response drills and coordinate activities with operations, HSSE teams and contractors.

Required profile

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience for degree holders or 5 years for diploma holders.
• Experience in aviation fuel terminals, depots or airport fuel farms.
• Knowledge of pumps, pipelines, valves, storage tanks and hydrant systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Required skills

• PLC
• SCADA
• Instrumentation
• Electrical systems
• Mechanical maintenance