First Nations Engagement 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:

Woodside Energy’s First Nation Relations team is committed to building respectful relationships with the First Nation communities where we are active.

We are seeking an experienced First Nations Adviser to join us in our Perth headquarters. 

As part of Woodside Energy’s Corporate First Nations Relations team, you will be responsible for the strategic advice and management of Woodside’s global communities and First Nations strategy.

This is a 2-year fixed term position, which offers flexible working options, onsite cafeteria, gym, end of trip facilities, multi-faith prayer rooms, chill out zones and much more.  

This is an exciting opportunity to engage with First Nation communities and contribute to positive cultural, social and economic outcomes.

You'll draw on your strong experience and knowledge of the identification, communication and engagement with First Nations communities.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supporting and implementing communications strategy and statutory reporting activities including preparation drafts of internal and external materials for targeted and broad-based stakeholder engagement and messaging.
• Responsible for supporting and implementing First nations engagement / advocacy communications including preparation of materials and coordination of activities.
• Supporting social performance implementation and monitoring specific to First Nations communities.
• Influence and informal leadership to deliver Corporate Affairs and First Nations accountabilities implementation within asset teams.
• Corporate Affairs deliverables:
  • Supporting regulatory approval processes that facilitate land and sea country access
  • Government affairs and stakeholder communications
  • Government, political and policy analysis
  • Community Relations
  • Support for primary and secondary government and regulatory approvals

Skills & Experience:

• At least 3 years of First Nations related experience.
• Superior awareness of, and engagement with First Nation peoples and communities.
• Understanding of First Nations issues that interface with Woodside’s business, including knowledge of native title and cultural heritage laws and application
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a diverse team.
• Preparedness to drive outcomes in support of overall development milestones.
• Demonstrated ability to apply initiative and innovation to work activities.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Awareness of government and regulatory approval processes.
• Tertiary qualifications in communities, communications, commerce, political science, legal or related fields is preferred.

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:

• 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 2nd November.

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