Application Process & Interviews at Viva Energy Australia

There was an assessment that went on for 2-3 hours, followed by an interview by 2 individuals.

The application included the submission of a 1 minute video with some prompts. The recruitment team was very welcoming over the phone. The interview was in two parts, the first being some assessments (a technical one, a prioritizing one and a creative one) and the second being an interview. After I passed the interview I had to do a fitness to work as I am at the operational site and then I was hired.

Phone call, then an in-person assessment centre and interview with line manager

Online profile, 1 minute video introduction and an interview with a team member and line manager

Very comprehensive

Multiple assessments and 2-person interview.

My interview process involved submitting my resume and recording a short video answering a few questions. I was followed up with an email and call within the next month to request my presence for a in person assessment and interview. The response time from viva was exceptional for recruitment compared to other companies I had applied to that year.

Submit application. Shortlisted and invited to a 2 hour private assessment center over Microsoft Teams with one other person who was in a different discipline of the company. Then had a 1 hour interview with my line manager and hiring officer. Received the offer within a week of completing the process.

Very straightforward and easy process. The graduate program includes the initial application with video interview and assessment center.

Initially there was an online application, you are then invited to complete a virtual interview. Once progressed, you will participate in an in-person assessment centre and interview. I found the recruitment process to be really enjoyable, the facilitators and interviewers were very supportive and they want you to just be yourself. I really like the amount of care and effort that was put in by Viva right from the beginning of my recruitment experience.

There were a wide array of questions such as: - What is your greatest achievement - What do you think you will be doing here in terms of work - Tell us about a time where you had to be flexible/adaptable

The questions were based around the company values. They were patient and helped guide you.

Tell me about your past work experiences? what skills can you bring to the team? how does the company's values align with your values?

The interview included tasks , standard and behavioral interview questions

Behavioural.

Questions revolving around the company values and safety.

Asked about my previous experiences both professionally and socially. Wanted examples of how I overcame challenges that I faced.

The questions included technical questions related to the role and behavioural questions (eg. tell us a time when you faced a challenge)

It is important to understand the core values of the company, expectations in terms of safety, and what you expect from the role that you are applying for.

Give yourself time to make multiple takes of the 1 minute video so you are happy with it. Research the company values and think about how you have addressed these values in projects you've worked on. Everyone is very friendly in the interview process.

Be confident. no need to prepare too much, as the assessment centre should be tailored to your skills. make sure you are able to highlight how your unique skillset would make a good contribution to the team.

To learn and find the company value that you can identify with to bring that energy to work

Prepare examples, be confident and succinct and ask questions!

The main advice would be to be yourself and be genuine. If you have questions or are uncertain don't be afraid to ask.

Don't freak out too much. In the assessments, they want to see how you would act and your process to figuring it out, not necessarily whether you are 100% correct or not. The interviews are not strict and formal like an interrogation, but felt like more of a casual conversation about me and my experiences.

Make sure your prepare early, do your research and ensure you have enough time to ask any questions. During the interview process, be your unique yourself! Recruiters want to see what unique qualities you can bring to the table.

Being a major hazard facility, there is a large focus on safety at the refinery. Come to your interview prepared with answers for a few scenarios on safety such as when you saw something unsafe/what you did to rectify it. Additionally, research the Viva Energy values and think of how you might fit into them.

It's completely understandable to be nervous going into any job interview but just remember that the team wants to see you succeed, so the best thing to do is just be yourself in the recruitment process. Also, reflect on your previous work, internship, and university experiences. It's important to use some real life examples from these experiences when you are answering interview questions.