Aviation Adviser

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 improving 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.

About the Role:

Operations Support is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team that delivers essential services and support to meet evolving business needs.

As an Aviation Adviser based in the Perth office, you’ll act as a subject matter expert, supporting safe, compliant, and efficient aviation operations across Woodside’s Australian assets. You’ll provide technical leadership, assurance, and strategic input across rotary and fixed-wing operations, with a strong focus on offshore helicopter activities.

This role is ideal for a seasoned aviation professional with deep technical expertise and a passion for safety, standards, and stakeholder engagement.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Champion Woodside’s safety culture in aviation operations.
• Ensure Woodside’s aviation and travel related risks have appropriate and effective controls in place.
• Lead and document aviation audits, ensuring timely closure of actions.
• Serve as SME in aviation event reviews and incident investigations.
• Manage Technical Integrity changes and deviations relevant to aviation in accordance with the Integrity Management Standard.
• Provide after-hours technical support and participate in the Incident Management Team.
• Maintain and update Woodside Aviation standards and guidelines
• Advise on the application of aviation industry standards and regulations (CASA, ICAO, IOGP, CAP 437).
• Participate in aircraft operator tendering and approve acceptable operators.
• Monitor aviation service provider performance against KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Engage in Aviation and Drone Communities of Practice and internal stakeholder forums.
• Represent Woodside with key external stakeholders, including; Aviation service providers, oil and gas Aviation Advisors, NOPSEMA, Safer Together, helicopter OEMs and aviation regulators as required. 

Skills & Experience:

• Deep knowledge of rotary wing aircraft performance and operations; fixed-wing experience desirable.
• Strong understanding of offshore helicopter operations and relevant regulations.
• Lead auditor experience with Quality auditing standards (ISO9001, AS9100).
• Proficiency in Aviation Safety Management Systems
• Demonstrated success in managing external stakeholders.
• Technically competent with aviation-related digital systems.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in aviation, with a focus on offshore oil and gas environments.
• Commercial Helicopter Pilot Licence (CPL(H)) or Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL(H))

Recognition & Reward:

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
• 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)
• Flexible public holidays, religious & cultural leave
• Values led culture
• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
• Community volunteering opportunities
• 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.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on Friday 12th of September, 2025.

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