Senior Shipping 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.

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:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Shipping Specialist to join our dynamic Woodside Shipping team. This pivotal role is essential in ensuring that we continue to uphold our reputation as a dependable producer and transporter of hydrocarbons. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and optimising our LNG shipping operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with industry standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will deliver the following:

• Provide advice and guidance to Trading and Marketing teams on any new opportunities, shipping requirements and operational matters
• Review and provide input into the development of shipping commercial terms in SPA’s
• Monitor, verify and ensure chartered vessels meet all Operational and Technical performance requirements set out in TCPs
• Provide advice and support to the Voyages Operations team.
• Assist with shipping related dispute resolution and claims.
• Provide subject matter expertise to support a range of Shipping activities across the business. 

Skills & Experience:

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Class 1 Certificate of Competency or equivalent (Master/Chief Officer)
• Prior experience in a shore-based management role in LNG shipping, including experience with LNG Ship operations.  
• Collaborative and proactive mindset
• Commercial acumen
• Work with cross-functional partners and external parties.
• Consistent demonstration of a strong work ethic and the ability to deliver to tight timeframes/ deadlines.

Desirable:

• Prior experience in a management role with liquids shipping, including experience with tanker operations.  
• Prior experience in a management role with ammonia shipping, including experience with tanker operations.  

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 6th of June, 2025.

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