Operations Technician

About Woodside Energy

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.

Refer to our corporate website for more information about our different locations and projects: https://www.woodside.com/what-we-do

About the Role:

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the CRO is accountable for optimization of the production system safely, efficiently and without environmental impact in accordance with the facility business plan, management system and applicable legislation. This position requires the ability to prepare and operate the central control room, process systems and safety systems. The CRO will also oversee operations performed under the Permit to Work system. The CRO is accountable for optimizing & monitoring the process equipment through field operations or control room interface systems for desired pressures, temperature, levels,& tracking efficiency. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure all activities are performed safely, within relevant regulatory and company requirements, and in accordance with HSEC standards.
• Operate, adjust production & injection well fluid & pressures, fluid separation vessels, produced water handling systems, crude oil to export & gas compression & the treatment & distribution equipment & process (inclusive of process support systems: instrument air, chemicals, heating & seawater) Operation of Subsea Pump.
• Communicate with other team leaders to optimize day-to-day operational activities.
• Participate in emergency response exercises.
• Oversee the operation of safety systems, process control systems and communications systems; initiate any necessary action to ensure safe operation.
• Maintain compliance with operating procedures and work instructions.
• Approve work permits according to permit-to-work procedures.
• Demonstrate competence as a Control Room Operator by safely monitoring and controlling all facility operations.
• Identify opportunities and methods to achieve continuous improvement in the asset.
• Work within the asset to achieve a multi-discipline approach to problem solving and to meet or exceed asset objectives.
• Prepare reports and generate detailed records and handover notes as required to facilitate proper communications.
• Carry out performance and compliance testing of wells and diagnosis and optimization on production systems.

Skills & Experience:

Qualifications:

• High School graduate, Technician’s Diploma, GED or equivalent required.

Experience and Technical Competencies:

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in the hydrocarbons industry as a control room operator.
• Strong health, safety, environmental record required.
• Willingness and ability to work on high platforms, walk on high elevations grating & walk up & down steps.
• Comfortable riding in a helicopter over Gulf of America waters for extended periods & be transferred to/from a boat via personnel basket swung by a crane with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Strong team working skills, along with experience in working with engineers and/or multi-disciplinary teams required.
• Experience in oil and gas process, including separation, dehydration, compression, safety and utility systems preferred.
• Experience in operational reporting, diagnostics, troubleshooting and production optimization preferred.
• Experience in simultaneous operations involving production, drilling, maintenance, marine and construction activities preferred.

Recognition & 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. 

 
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providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.  Applicants with a
physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process may contact HREnquiries@woodside.com.au or (713) 297-6529.
 
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applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
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