Principal Aviation Advisor

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:

Support International Operations under management of Aviation Lead for all Aviation aspects. The role will provide, direction and expert advice to operational and other stakeholders on Aviation risks and controls.
Interface with non-HSE disciplines across the company specific to the International Operations, and Projects region including Gulf of Mexico, Mexico and Trinidad and Tobago.
Role will include travel up to 25%.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Serve as focal point for Gulf of Mexico and Trinidad and Tobago Operations technical support and aviation assurance.

Support Aviation risk management process, providing recommendations to Principal Aviation Advisor to endorse all aviation risk bowties and variance to aviation standard (IOGP 69x).

Support internal aviation related audits / assurance activity to IOGP 69x Recommended Practices.

Conduct Aviation Operational Reviews in support of Aviation Risk and Control Owners for US and Trinidad and Tobago.

Support the development of International Operations Helicopter Operations Manual, Aviation

Management Procedures, Aviation Journey Management plans and other local practices.

Conduct remote pilot aircraft system (RPAS) compliance desktop audits on RPAS contractors and participate in RPAS activity risk assessments.

Develop and maintain UAS program for International Operations.

Conduct annual helideck inspections for all facilities in United States and Trinidad and Tobago.

Skills & Experience:

Qualification as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence include certification by a national regulatory authority, a minimum of eight years of experience in aviation maintenance, engineering, or quality roles with at least two years in a supervisory capacity. Additional requirements may include exposure to offshore aviation operations, two years of experience conducting aviation quality assurance audits, evaluating maintenance quality systems, or serving as an airworthiness inspector for an NAA.

Or

Qualification as a Commercial Pilot with a minimum Commercial Pilot License and ideally have a minimum of 2,500 flight hours if holding along with experience in offshore aviation activities. Five years of experience as an Aviation Lead Auditor, with at least two audits conducted in the past twelve months. 

And

TBOSIET and offshore medical certifications is required. 

Additional experience in drone piloting or maintenance is ideal.

Duration of Assignment: 2 Years Fixed Term 

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 Friday, November 22, 2024

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