Contracts Adviser

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

Based in our Houston office, the Contracts Advisor – Houston is a key member of the contracts team who will lead and drive commercial outcomes for our LALNG Operations and Operational Readiness. The candidate will support the contracting life cycle activities by preparing plans to comply with local content regulations, approach the market, issue tenders, negotiate with existing and potential contractors, prepare justifications to obtain approvals and support post award contract management.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and contracting outcomes in the designated portfolio area.
• Ensure contracts, purchase orders and call-offs comply with the Contracting and Procurement Procedure.
• Take accountability of the contracting lifecycle from Category Strategies, Contracting Plans, ITT/RFQs,
• Authority for Contract Execution, Negotiation Plans, Tender Evaluation Plans, Contract Variations, and other associated approval documents.
• Continually identify and pursue commercial and cost saving opportunities within the portfolio.
• Collaborate closely with key stakeholders to ensure evaluation criteria, terms & conditions, and
• departures are accurate.
• Consult with internal stakeholders to ensure adequate representation and visibility of commercial matters.
• Ensure that commercial and contracting services are given sufficient front-end consideration in the development of Category Strategies, Contracting Strategies, and project schedules.
• Ensure delivery of business needs to schedule, cost and quality.
• Compile and monitor vendor market intelligence.

Skills and Experience

• Hold a qualification in Business, Commerce, Law, Engineering or similar.
• 6+ years’ experience as a Category Specialist or Contracts Advisory role. 4+ years in oil and gas preferred.
• Experience with a full tender life cycle, specifically within the strategy and pre-award stage.
• Effective written, presentation and verbal communication to all internal and external levels.
• Experience with LNG preferred although not required.
• Demonstrate people and stakeholder management/influencing skills.
• Effective decision making in the presence of uncertainty and risk and considering and balancing business dimensions e.g. technical, cost, schedule.
• An individual who is enthusiastic, resilient, and flexible with working on demanding projects.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience.

Recognition and Reward

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs and coaching
• 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 with a focus on creating a psychologically and physically safe work environment
• Active employee-led working groups driving initiatives to build an inclusive culture
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives

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 various differences, including but not limited to differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of respect, trust and belonging, where people feel enabled to be their best and authentic version of themself.

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

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

Woodside Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal state, or local laws.

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