Senior HR Business Partner

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:

People are at the heart of Woodside’s success. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent, and this role is pivotal to our ongoing growth and achievement. As a Senior HR Business Partner, you will serve as a trusted adviser to leadership, aligning human resources initiatives with business objectives and driving programs that enhance both organisational performance and the employee experience.

Woodside is entering an exciting phase where the performance and engagement of our people will be critical to our success. You will collaborate closely with HR colleagues, embodying a “One Team” mindset that values partnership, consistency, and shared outcomes. We are proud of our inclusive culture, which celebrates diversity and fosters a sense of belonging. Flexible work arrangements, including part-time hours (0.8 FTE), will be considered.

Duties & Responsibilities:

This is a broad and influential position, encompassing a full spectrum of HR generalist responsibilities. In this role, you will partner with business leaders within your allocated portfolio to:

• Align HR strategy with organisational goals and priorities
• Lead workforce planning, organisational design, and change management initiatives to ensure optimal structure and capability
• Leverage HR metrics and analytics to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement
• Provide expert guidance on policy interpretation, grievance resolution, and disciplinary matters, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes
• Champion employee engagement, retention, and culture-building activities, working collaboratively with HR Centres of Excellence
• Foster strong partnerships within the HR team to deliver seamless, high-quality support across the business
• Demonstrate agility and resilience in responding to shifting priorities and evolving business needs
• Lead and contribute to HR projects that support innovation and operational excellence
• Collaborate with People & Culture Partners to drive talent development, succession planning, and leadership capability within your portfolio

Skills & Experience:

This is a senior role within the Woodside HR team. We are seeking a degree-qualified professional in HR, Psychology, or a related discipline, with substantial experience operating at a senior level in human resources.

You will bring a robust generalist skill set, complemented by a proven ability to influence and guide leaders at all levels. Your track record will demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional growth, through further study, active participation in industry events, and a willingness to take on stretch assignments to broaden your organisational perspective.

Success in this role is built on your ability to forge high-trust relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, underpinned by exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

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 Monday 20th October 2025

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