Reliability Engineer

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:

During project phase, this role will deliver the technical requirements for after-market service contracts that will support operational aspects required for the Trion field.  In addition, this role will lead the sparing identification, selection, expediting, and inventory process for the Floating Production Unit. After the project phase, the role will transition to reliability engineer to support day-to-day operations and manage continuous reliability improvement program for the asset. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Deliver the technical requirements for after-market service scopes of work.  Will review the service provider submittals and provide technical evaluations to feed vendor selection.
• Provide expertise in Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) studies to identify the best suited maintenance strategies and the appropriate sparing across the asset.
• Develop, implement and manage asset reliability improvement program to identify and deliver on the biggest availability improvement opportunities.
• Review the detailed work plans that include job steps, resources, priority, safety precautions, and estimated durations.
• Review vendor and asset operational data to deliver recommendations on stocking strategies and levels for equipment, spare parts, and tooling.
• Develop, maintain and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for maintenance and reliability performance over time. Support the digital team in creation of reports and dashboards for KPI tracking and reporting.  
• Develop and maintain a structured Failure Analysis Program to investigate equipment failures and document corrective actions.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for critical failures and ensure findings are implemented to prevent recurrence.
• Use reliability data and modelling to optimize maintenance strategies and plans in operations to eliminate low value work.
• Evaluate and implement condition monitoring technologies to improve equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency.
• Create and update a Critical Equipment Risk Register to prioritize reliability strategies and minimize downtime.
• Ensure latest maintenance documentation and manuals are up to date and accessible upon handover.  Standardize feedback loops with vendors and design teams to share failure insights and improve equipment specifications for future projects.

Skills & Experience:

• Ability to influence and effect change.
• Ability to define and manage timelines for execution and deliver on objectives set forth.
• Experience with SAP (CMMS), Power BI, Root Cause Analysis and Reliability Modelling tools.
• Relating well with people, which quickly enables building of trust and strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to quickly identify problems and recommend solutions that will improve the business.
• Ability to interface with multiple disciplines in a global setting across the operations organization.

• 10+ years of experience in offshore oil and gas operations and reliability.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices for offshore facilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Thorough experience of the application of SAP, Power BI and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and 365).
• Proficiency in maintenance and reliability fundamentals such as preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, RCM, maintenance work processes, maintenance documentation, spare optimization and mechanical integrity.
• Proven ability in implementing reliability improvement programs with measurable success.
• Familiarity with condition monitoring technologies (vibration analysis, infrared thermography, oil analysis, motor circuit testing)
• Expertise in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implementation of corrective actions.
• Experience integrating reliability strategies during commissioning and start-up phases.

Preferred certifications: CMRP or equivalent reliability certification.

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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)
• Flexible public holidays, religious & cultural leave
• 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.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 31 December 2026.

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