Telecommunications Engineer
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About Woodside
We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential and working in a positive work environment. We 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 globally.
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About the Role
The focus of the position is to act as a disciplined lead and subject matter expert for telecom systems deployed and operated within International Operations. The Senior Telecoms Engineer plays a key role within Woodside’s International Digital Field Services Team providing technical advice, guidance and strategic direction of the telecom’s portfolio. The position plays an important role in the governance of risk and compliance of telecoms systems including assurance activities related to safety critical telecoms hardware
Duties and Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
• Act as the discipline lead for telecom systems deployed throughout International Operations
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement of telecom systems
• Ensure consistent and fit for purpose delivery of telecom solutions in adherence to Woodside Engineering standards and industry best practice
• Provide subject matter expert advice and guidance to the telecoms team as required
• Maintain frameworks, standards and strategic roadmap for full lifecycle management of telecom systems including design and maintenance, in coordination with our Australia based telecoms team
• Deliver telecom project scopes including the development of select engineering deliverables as needed.
HSE, Risk, Compliance
• Manage telecom systems risk and compliance in accordance with company framework
• Pro-active participation in all aspects of health and safety with respect to delivery of telecom services
• Provide oversight and ensure consistency and robustness in the management of safety critical telecom hardware controls
• Provide technical support as required and commensurate with risk to telecom safety hardware control owners, including engagement in performance/regulatory standard updates, operational risk management reviews, and maintenance deferral decisions.
• Participate in second line assurance activities of telecom critical controls.
Capital Projects
The Telecoms Engineer will support (up to 50% allocation) International Oil & Gas and New Energy green and brownfield capital projects as Telecoms Lead with the following responsibilities:
• Ensure delivery of telecom systems throughout the project in alignment with Basis of Design (BOD)
• Act as the client representative for telecommunication systems with each contractor
• Develop working relationships with project stakeholders, engineers and Digital function.
• Provide engineering input on contractor telecoms deliverables throughout the design cycle.
• Manage telecoms technical interfaces and queries across project boundaries and ensure effective handover to operations.
• Support procurement, FAT, IFAT, commissioning and handover to operations activities to include international and offshore travel as required.
Technical
• Responsible for providing customers with technical consultancy and quality support to manage risks and ensure business impact is considered
• Responsible for handling, tracking, prioritizing escalations and actively participate in major Digital incident responses, resolving root cause where possible
• Participating in the planning, management and delivery of IT minor enhancements, projects and technical roadmap activities
HSEQ
• Responsible for work execution on site to ensure all work is completed to the conditions of the associated risks and work permits
Continuous Improvement & Delivery Excellence
• Drive improvements in capital digital delivery practices, standards, and integration approaches
• Strengthen alignment between service Delivery and broader Digital functions
• Improve predictability, efficiency, and quality of Digital outcomes
Skills and Experience
Within the Job Level band, expectations around skills, experience, capability and competency levels vary.
The Competency Framework should be referred to with regard to the levels of skills and experience required. The base expectations are below;
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunication or Electrical Engineering or a related degree
• 8+ years’ experience in detailed engineering and design of telecom systems
• Prefer at least 4 years in Oil & Gas industry
Experience
• Engineering experience in Oil & Gas operations or project delivery such as EPC environment
• Demonstrated solid analytical problem-solving techniques
• Has written technical specifications, reports and other documentation with clear written and oral communication skills.
• Experience demonstrates self-starter, autonomous work capability while remaining a team player.
Skills & Competencies
• Expert knowledge across telecom systems including; various analogue and digital radio technologies, satellite, microwave radio, ETV, CCTV, PAGA, LAN, WAN and wireless connectivity, video conferencing, navigation, security
• Experienced in the installation, commissioning and operation of telecom systems
• Proven ability to analyze, design, implement and optimize telecom systems
• Fully familiar with relevant international codes, standards, recommended practices and regulatory requirements
Recognition and Reward
What you can expect from us:
• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs and coaching
• 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 with a focus on creating a psychologically and physically safe work environment
• Active employee-led working groups driving initiatives to build an inclusive culture.
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives
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 various differences, including but not limited to differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of respect, trust and belonging, where people feel enabled to be their best and authentic version of themself.
We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills.
Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 8/17/2026.
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