Mechanic

About Woodside

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential and working in a positive work environment. We 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 globally.

Refer to our corporate website for more information about our different locations and projects: https://www.woodside.com/what-we-do

About the Role

The Mechanical Technician’s primary responsibilities include ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of offshore mechanical and marine equipment, such as process, utility, and safety systems, in accordance with Woodside and regulatory requirements in the Gulf of Mexico. In addition, the position involves verifying the safe control and isolation of mechanical systems and contributing to maintenance planning. The role will be participating in construction, hook-up, commissioning and start-up operations and fully transition to steady state operations organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

Core accountabilities

• Participate as a member of the hook up and commissioning team and the start-up team during start-up operations.
• Maintain offshore mechanical and marine equipment to ensure that it can be operated safely and reliably in compliance with all statutory and Woodsides Gulf of Mexico requirements: To guarantee the safety, reliability, and compliance of critical equipment, ensuring operational integrity and adherence to regulations.
• Assist Offshore Planners with developing and maintaining procedures and work instructions for all mechanical work: To provide clear, accurate, and up-to-date guidance for mechanical tasks, enhancing efficiency and safety.
• Ensure the safety of personnel and integrity of facilities at all times. This includes simultaneous operations, emergency response, and training exercises: To protect the well-being of personnel and maintain the structural and operational integrity of facilities under all conditions.
• Participate in and lead safety-related drills and exercises; lead facility HSE meetings as required: To reinforce safety protocols, prepare for emergencies, and ensure continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Verify safe control and isolation to enable access to mechanical systems and equipment: To ensure that all mechanical systems and equipment are safely isolated and controlled before any maintenance or access, preventing accidents and ensuring safety.
• Ensure facility maintenance activities deliver safe, mechanically sound, optimal equipment conditions and performance: To maintain high standards of equipment performance and reliability, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Contribute to the planning and scheduling of maintenance activities: To optimize maintenance schedules, ensuring timely and effective upkeep of equipment and systems.
• Serve as a coach/mentor across the team: To foster a culture of continuous learning and development, enhancing team skills and performance.
• Participate in the Field Leadership Program: To develop leadership skills and contribute to the overall leadership capacity within the organization.
• Inform the Maintenance Supervisor and the engineering staff of equipment modification requirements or proposals to maintain mechanical drawings, schematics diagrams, in an “as built” condition per Woodside Management of Change procedures.
• Assist the materials coordinator in maintaining and establishing adequate levels of supplies and strategic mechanical spare parts at the facilities.

Duration of Assignment: Permanent and rotational

Proficiency in English is preferred

Resumes are required to be submitted in English

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Skills and Experience

Qualifications

• Citizenship: Mexican citizen
• Visa Requirements: B1/B2 USA Visa required
• Education: University degree or trade certificate required
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in offshore oil and gas production operations
• Communication Skills: Proficient in written communication
• Maintenance Management Systems: Experience with maintenance management systems, with a preference for SAP over other CMMS systems
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and schematics
• Computer Proficiency: Computer skills relevant to job responsibilities

Strengths

• Reliability Maintenance Expertise: Proficient in reliability maintenance concepts, equipment criticality identification, and failure modes effects analysis, with the ability to influence and implement change.
• Operational Experience: Extensive experience in operating and maintaining hydrocarbon processing equipment, including gas compressors, utilities, mechanical systems, generators, diesel engines, pumps, hydraulics, and electrical/instrument systems in the offshore oil industry.
• Communication Skills: Strong written communication skills.
• Diagnostic Proficiency: Skilled in using diagnostic equipment related to mechanical systems and equipment.
• Stakeholder Interaction: Capable of interacting with diverse stakeholders and conveying technical information clearly and concisely.
• Leadership and Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated leadership abilities, along with strong personal, interpersonal, and team skills.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

At Woodside, we recognize that diversity strengthens us. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from women and minority people.

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.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 9/4/2026.

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