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 bringing their whole self to work. We also recognize that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our license 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 towards 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.
About the Role:
The Senior Telecoms Engineer plays a key role within Woodside's International IT Field Services Team providing technical advice, guidance and strategic direction of the telecoms portfolio. This role is key in the governance of risk and compliance of telecoms systems including assurance activities related to safety critical telecoms hardware. The focus of the position is to act as a discipline lead and subject matter expert for telecom systems deployed and operated within International Operations.
The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:
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.
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.
The successful candidate will also 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 IT 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.
Skills & Experience:
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
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.
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
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:
Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs and assistance with further education.
Values in action culture
Active employee community groups
A competitive remuneration package.
Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Compass values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.
We encourage diversity of age, nationality, ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical ability, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including career 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.
Applications close Friday, 15 March 2024