Browse Regulatory Approvals and Compliance Lead

About Woodside

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

Exciting opportunity has become available for a Regulatory Approvals and Compliance Lead role within the Browse project. You will play a key part of a dynamic leadership team responsible for Browse regulatory compliance and approvals for the Browse to NWS Project as the project progresses through Concept Definition to a FEED entry decision. The Browse Regulatory Approvals and Compliance Lead is a key role which requires good organisation, planning and communication skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintaining Browse Petroleum Titles – Production License and Retention Leases obligations, including preparation and approval of strategies and deliverables in collaboration key stakeholders (i.e. Environment, Engineering, Corporate Affairs, HSEQ, Legal).
• Maintaining Woodside Greenhouse Gas Titles – Work Program obligations.
• Co-ordination of the delivery and approval of GHG regulatory submissions to progress from GHG Assessment Permit through to GHG Injection licence/site plan.
• Understanding of corporate regulatory approvals and compliance requirements, standards, policies and guidelines.
• Implementation of Browse compliance framework to actively manage compliance risk, including identification, planning, tracking and reporting of Browse regulatory approvals/compliance activities.
• Produce and maintain deliverables as described within the Manage Regulatory Compliance Process and the Browse Joint Operating Agreement.
• Liaise with Company Regulatory Compliance teams to secure approvals.
• Provide expert advice on policy, legislation, processes and upcoming changes.
• Maintain collaborative relationship with federal and state regulators and their departments, in particular DISR (Department Industry Science and Resources) and NOPTA (National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator).
• Verify Browse contractor’s adherence to regulatory compliance tools, processes and support with corporate/project requirements and processes.

Stakeholder Management

Key Internal Stakeholders:

• Business unit and Project: Browse Vice President, GM Browse Project and Delivery Stream Leads, Environment, Legal, Corporate Affairs and Government Relations, Commercial
• Corporate: Governance Risk and Compliance Function, Carbon Team, Subject Matter Experts

Key External Stakeholders:

• Regulators and agencies: NOPTA, DISR
• Browse Joint Venture participants
• Browse Project major contractors

Skills & Experience

• Degree Qualified or Equivalent Tertiary Qualifications and/or relevant work / industry experience in technical area within the resource industry (e.g. Engineering, HSE, Legal).
• Significant experience and has built relationship with the regulators such as DISR and NOPTA.
• Prior experience in preparing Production Licence and Retention Lease applications, Field Development Plans and Titles application.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of State and Federal legislation, policies and processes related to regulatory compliance for petroleum activities, including a practical understanding of relevant legislative frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in interfacing and influencing regulators, stakeholders and senior management.
• Experienced in navigating corporate and joint venture governance and approval processes.
• Software: WiRCS, JIRA, Team Binder, MS Office. 

Behaviours

• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship building/collaboration skills.
• Uses initiative, demonstrates resilience and a continuous improvement mindset and proactive approach to problem solving.
• Highly organised and ability to manage work across multiple work fronts.
• Ability to influence and negotiate. 

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)
• 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
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• 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 20th March 2025.

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