Panel Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026.
- Operate and monitor critical gas assets from our Brisbane Control Room
- Join a collaborative team ensuring safe and reliable gas production
- Brisbane based
Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful
At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it’s how we approach work every day. As a collective, we’re a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia’s energy transition. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on the journey.
The role
An exciting opportunity to join the Brisbane based Brisbane Central Control Room team is now available. As the BCCR Panel Operator, you will be responsible for all control and monitoring duties, this role will ensure all equipment throughout Integrated Gas sites are operated in a safe and reliable condition and in accordance with all relevant operating procedures and safe operating envelopes. This role is responsible for meeting all production targets, nominations and response to unplanned events, notification, escalation and management of production and emergency situations.
More about the role
Safe operation of all field and facility assets throughout the Integrated Gas Upstream Operations
Respond appropriately to alarms, rectification of alarmed situation, escalate / initiate and coordinate site operator response as necessary
Adjusting operating setpoints and optimise assets as necessary to deliver /produce daily gas nominations as per the production plan
Manage transfer of control between Control room and site locations via transfer protocols
Manage maintenance / start-up override via process safety override procedures
Conduct remote start-up / shutdown / optimisation of assets as required
Monitor well operation and performance
About you
A solution orientated professional known for excelling under pressure and finding creative solutions to any problem at hand. You will have an eye for detail and love working in a collaborative and cross functional team.
More about you
5+ years experience in control room OR remote operations
Experience in oil and gas production operations
Excellent communication skills
Strong problem solving skills to enable resolution of administrative, operational or maintenance issues
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment as well as being able to work independently
So, why join us?
21 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers with flexible return options.
Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth.
Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually.
Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community.
Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee.
Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions.
Origin - Where good change happens
At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.
Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.
Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/
Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.
Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.
Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.