Wellsite 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.

Woodside Culture

We recognise that a key contributor to our success is an inclusive culture that promotes diversity and a sense of belonging.

Flexible work arrangements including part-time hours or partial work-from-home options will be considered – please indicate on your resume if you wish to be considered for a position with flexible working arrangements.

About the Role:

To provide well engineering expertise for Woodside Drilling and Completion operational activities. Assist either the Superintendent onshore or the Well Site Leader offshore with the management of the well construction or intervention activity, including all aspects of well integrity, in accordance with the Drilling and Completion Programme.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the Superintendent and Well Site Leader, develop knowledge and capability in operations.
• Provide input and support into the logistics planning of people and equipment.
• Inspect equipment arrival to the rig and verify it is as ordered.
• Assist the WSL with the creation of written instructions.
• Assist WSL with updating the daily reporting software.
• Prepare independent verification of calculations:
  • Pipe & Casing Tally’s
  • Cementing operations
  • Leak Off Tests
• Liaise with engineering team to share information between office and wellsite.
• Participates in AAR’s, captures and shares Lessons Learned.

Operations & Engineering Responsibilities:

• Participates in reviews and risk assessments.
• Provide operational support during preparation of the well program.
• Assist with verification of company-approved well control policies, practices, and procedures.
• Developing an understanding of relevant approved bridging documents.
• Assists with verifying Safety & Operational Critical items:
  • Fluid weights, volumes, and properties
  • Well kill standing orders & kill sheet calculations
  • Crew well control drills
  • Trip sheets & Casing tallies
  • Torque measuring equipment calibration and settings
  • Pit volumes, alarms, flow meters & gas units
  • Stack up & space out measurements

Health, Safety, and Environmental:

• Is aware of Woodside HSE management systems and follows instructions.
• Participates in rig safety programs including the behaviour-based reporting system.
• Ensures all HSE related incidents are reported.

Risks:

• Participates in Campaign, Well & Operational risk assessments.
• Developing an understanding of Risk Bowties & Critical controls.

Costs:

• Demonstrates financial responsibility and looks for cost saving opportunities.
• Updates daily reporting software with costs as required.

Quality Assurance:

• Provides feedback & input in NCR’s and Failure investigations.
• Captures NCR & NPT events in the reporting system for follow up.

Development:

• Drives own technical and professional development.
• Seeks out specialists and subject matter experts to improve knowledge and competency of ongoing operations including the tools & equipment in use.

Skills & Experience:

Qualifications:

• Engineering degree.
• Basic drilling, completion, and intervention technical courses.
• Developing knowledge of process safety and well control.

Experience:

• 1+ years in drilling, completions, and workover industry.
• Has gained experience with Woodside reporting software and requirements.
• Developing an understanding of the GWS engineering role in the Business Value Chain.

Duration of Assignment: Fix Term 12 Months 

Proficiency in English is required

Resumes are required to be submitted in English

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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 29 Nov 2024.

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