Senior Environmental 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. 

About the Role:

Purpose
The Environmental Specialist will coordinate the detailed development of permitting and regulatory deliverables, with emphasis on NEPA compliance for the Louisiana LNG and Pipeline Projects.  

This position will be based in Houston, TX.

Reports To:  Senior Environmenal Manager
Parented By: GM, HSE & Regulatory Affairs

Duties & Responsibilities:

HSEQ

• Enforce and ensure compliance with Company / Project HSEQ and Regulatory Affairs policies, standards, and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and manage NEPA regulatory applications and documents.  Ensure all project activities comply with environmental, safety, and legal regulations.
• Review environmental impact assessments and collaborate with teams to minimize risks and mitigate impacts.
• Identify and assess regulatory risks associated with the project, developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address regulatory matters and provide guidance on compliance.
• Support cross-functional teams, such as engineering, and construction, in applying environmental and regulatory requirements based on permits and legislation.
• Support development of permit filings and reports, as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local requirements.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong knowledge of regulatory processes, environmental regulations, and safety standards, particularly in the energy industry.
• Proven experience in successfully obtaining regulatory approvals for large-scale energy projects.
• Strong project management skills, including attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Relevant experience in LNG, gas transmission/compression, refining, petrochemical, or energy transition projects (e.g., hydrogen production, CCS, methanol synthesis).
• Advanced knowledge of and ability to apply environmental compliance and permitting regulations of applicable regulatory agencies including the FERC, EPA, USACE, USFWS, and Louisiana state agencies (LDWF, LDEQ, LDNR).
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, provide technical guidance, and review work for accuracy and compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) and SharePoint.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Natural Resources, Geology or a related field (preferred)
• Certification in environmental management.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in regulatory affairs, permitting, or related roles, with a focus on the energy industry.

Key Interactions:
Internal
Project / Site Team
HSE & Regulatory Affairs Team

External
EPC Contractors, Consultants, Vendors & Suppliers
Regulatory Agencies

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 18 June 2025.

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