Marine Assurance Specialist

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:

Reporting to the Global Marine Assurance Manager, the Marine Assurance Specialist provides global vetting and assurance for tankers and offshore vessels to support Woodside Energy value streams.

This position is based in Perth office; you are responsible for ensuring a full suite of marine assurance processes are documented for all vessel types.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• HSEQ Leadership: Champion marine safety leadership in alignment with Woodside’s Safety Culture. Drive continuous improvement in HSEQ outcomes, processes, and practices, ensuring marine safety is integral to all vessel contracting opportunities.
• Compliance & Assurance: Stay abreast of international, national, and state marine legislation, advising on changes to maintain Woodside Energy’s compliance. Conduct assurance activities for all marine vessels engaged in Woodside Energy work and/or charter.
• Leadership & Development: Exhibit exemplary marine leadership, supporting the performance and development of Marine personnel. Contribute to the Woodside Energy Marine Community of Practice and make informed safety leadership decisions.
• Technical & Commercial Expertise: Document and oversee marine assurance processes for all vessel types. Provide expert advice and support to Internal Stakeholders.
• Responsible for conducting contractor audits based on Woodside Marine Assurance processes and/or industry best practices.
• Ensure appropriate marine SME input into all marine accidents and investigations, risk analysis and integrity of incident report findings.
• Expert knowledge and understanding of marine regulations, including but not limited to International Maritime Organisation (IMO), the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, Marine Orders and Department of Transport directives.
• SME for marine legislation advice and provide SME technical guidance to the Woodside Energy for problem solving uncommon marine technical issues.

Skills & Experience:

• A strategic thinker with a global perspective and a minimum of 10 years of seagoing experience on LNG/ LPG vessels (preferred).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead significant scopes of work autonomously.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly with senior management, and the courage to address conflicts between commercial, operational, and safety/compliance requirements.
• A well-established international industry network and demonstrated experience in ship vetting and assurance activities.
• Demonstrated experience in ship vetting and assurance activities – with expert knowledge and understanding of Marine Legislation, International Maritime Conventions, codes and standards.
• Current or past qualification as Senior Marine Deck Officer (Master/Chief Officer) or Senior Engineering Officer (Chief Engineer or 1st Engineer) as per STCW qualifications.

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
• 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 5th December 2025.

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