Control Room Operator

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improve energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

Woodside Culture

We recognise that a key contributor to our success is an inclusive culture that promotes diversity and a sense of belonging.

Flexible work arrangements including part-time hours or partial work-from-home options will be considered – please indicate on your resume if you wish to be considered for a position with flexible working arrangements.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Project Activities

1. Participate in and provide process input to formal safety assessments and design reviews.
2. Input into human machine interface development, alarm rationalization, and process control narratives.
3. Support the training and competency development of line employees ensuring roles and responsibilities are clearly defined and understood.
4. Participate as a member of the hook up and commissioning team and the start-up team during start-up operations.
5. Develop, maintain and update (as required) operational procedures and work instructions.
6. Assist in the development and maintenance update of documents relating to production systems and their operation.

HSE Accountabilities

1. Ensure all activities are performed safely, within relevant regulatory and company requirements, and in accordance with HSE standards.
2. Ensure company and 3rd party compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements as well as all Woodside HSE and operational standards, policies and practices.
3. Participate in and lead safety-related drills and exercises; lead facility HSE meetings as required.
4. Supervise during emergency situations as required.
5. Approve work permits according to permit-to-work procedures.

Operations Phase – Deliver the Base

1. Oversee the operation of topsides and subsea safety systems, process control systems and communications systems; initiate any necessary action to ensure safe operation.
2. Maintain compliance with operating procedures and work instructions.
3. Coordinate the shutdown and isolation of topside and subsea process equipment for maintenance.
4. Audit work practices and conformance to management systems.
5. Identify opportunities and methods to achieve continuous improvement in the asset.
6. Work within the asset to achieve a multi-discipline approach to problem solving and to meet or exceed asset objectives.
7. Minimize impacts to the production process during equipment maintenance; safeguard the availability and operating condition of all plant and equipment so that production targets can be achieved.
8. Supervise equipment inspection and testing, including critical function testing.
9. Prepare reports and generate detailed records and handover notes as required to facilitate proper communications.
10. Carry out performance and compliance testing of wells and diagnosis and optimization on production systems.
11. Monitor the work backlog for the operations team and implement suitable strategies to ensure it remains within acceptable levels.
12. Assist the Lead Control Room Operator in support of the operations team activities.
13. Coordinate operations to meet or exceed availability and production targets.
14. Communicate with other team leaders to optimize day-to-day operational activities.
15. Coordinate the daily work activities including leading operations personnel and contractors to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
16. Identify options for OPEX reduction and production optimization.
17. Generate detailed records of operation events and assist with the transfer of information between operation crews.

Behavioral & Leadership Competencies

1. Champion the process safety management and training for all crew members.
2. Serves as both a coach/mentor across the team.
3. Asks questions to actively understand tasks and responsibilities.
4. Readily accepts coaching and mentoring from others, acknowledging areas for personal growth and development.
5. Has training objectives and tasks set by self and management.
6. Has desire to learn and challenge self.
7. Identifies potential improvements, assessing gains and generating recommendations accordingly.

Skills & Experience:

Strengths:

1. Strong health, safety, and environmental record required.
2. Strong team working skills, along with experience in working with engineers and/or multi-disciplinary teams required.
3. Strong petroleum regulatory compliance record preferred.

Qualifications

1. Citizenship: Mexican Citizen
2. Visa Requirements: B1/B2 USA Visa required
3. Education: University Degree or Trade Certificate required
4. Experience: Minimum of 10 years in offshore oil & gas production operations
5. Communication Skills: Proficient in written communication
6. Technical Expertise: Experience with offshore oil and gas production including flow assurance, hydrate mitigation, production processes, reporting, and simultaneous operations. A working knowledge of pumps, compressors, dehydration systems, separation systems, control systems, chemical and corrosion mitigation systems and firefighting systems.
7. Computer Skills: Proficient computer skills relevant to job responsibilities

Duration of Assignment: Permanent and rotational

Proficiency in English is required

Resumes are required to be submitted in English

This posting will hire two candidates.

If you think you can do this job but don’t meet all the criteria, that’s OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

Recognition & Reward:

What you can expect from us:

1. Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring.
2. Industry-leading 18 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements).
3. Values led culture.
4. Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity.
5. Community volunteering opportunities.
6. Relocation assistance (if required).
7. A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions.

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on Thursday, March 13th

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.