Internal Audit Manager

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:

This role is a great opportunity for someone to join Woodside’s Internal Audit team to truly make a difference by assessing and strengthening Woodside’s control environment. The successful candidate will gain great exposure across all of Woodside’s strategic risk areas including financial, health safety & environment, people and culture, social integrity, strategy and climate, commercial and market, technology, and operations. Delivering projects and contributing to the overall business culture. The successful candidate will bring strong internal audit skills to lead audits and drive continuous improvement to our process.

This newly created position will join an already established & experienced multi-disciplinary team. Focused on identifying & recommending improvement opportunities through internal audits & coaching of audit assignment team members. The role will primarily be responsible for contributing to the role of Internal Audit; to evaluate Woodside’s internal controls professionally and independently, provide the Audit & Risk Committee of the Board, and wider management team, with insights, reports and advice.

This is an exciting opportunity that will see the successful candidate grow their oil, gas and new energy knowledge by being part of operational audit teams, broadening their knowledge while bringing extensive audit experience to the team.

Duties & Responsibilities:

As the successful internal auditor, you will support delivery of the annual Internal Audit program, including stakeholder engagement at all levels from frontline to Executive management. Leading assigned audits from scoping, through fieldwork, reporting and action closure. As well as leading audits, you will participate in audits led by other team members, following the Internal Audit Woodside Management System process. Providing input to the annual audit program, supporting co-source oversight and adhoc investigations. The successful internal auditor will be a strong team player working collaboratively to achieve quality outputs and take on a coaching role; training & mentoring team members in audit methodology, and actively driving better practice improvements to Woodside’s audit approach. 

Skills & Experience:

The successful candidate will have a great balance of strong internal auditing skills & interpersonal skills; truly partnering with internal stakeholders to understand the business, gain insights, information and data in a personable manner. They will possess great communication skills & will have an adept ability to distil complex business processes into clear and concise messages.

While communication skills are important, prior experience in internal audit is particularly paramount to the role, with demonstrable experience in governance, assurance, and risk control frameworks. In addition to internal audit experience, the successful candidate will have a sound understanding of IT general controls, awareness of data analytical techniques, strong stakeholder management, strong business acumen, a willingness to question & challenge and strong attention to detail.

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 26th Sept 2024.

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