Operations Readiness Manager

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 arebased 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.

Purpose:

• Lead Operations Readiness for LALNG from FID through start-up, targeting a safe, efficient first cargo.
• Serve as the central focal point and process owner for the Operations Readiness framework at LALNG, providing governance, assurance, and alignment with Woodside's standards, regulatory requirements, and LNG industry best practices.
• Integrate operations requirements with the EPC and key stakeholders (e.g., Bechtel, Port of Lake Charles, pilots, tug providers) to deliver operable, maintainable assets with clear handover criteria.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports to Director Operations for LALNG
• Direct Reports: Operations Readiness Ops Lead, Operations Readiness M'tce Lead, Systems and Tools Lead.

HSEQ & Process Safety

• Champion awareness and strict adherence to WDS and LALNG project HSE policies, values, and standards across all teams and stakeholders.
• Provide visible leadership in Process Safety Management (PSM), ensuring full compliance with PSM procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Drive effective PSM implementation by embedding inherently safe design principles throughout project development and execution.
• Lead and facilitate risk identification, assessment, and mitigation activities to ensure conformance with Process Safety Management requirements and maintain a safe operating environment.

LEADERSHIP

• Establish and develop the Operations Readiness organization, building a capable, high-performing, and competent team aligned to project and operational needs.
• Provide strategic and visible leadership for Operations Readiness activities, ensuring integration across all project phases from engineering through to start-up.
• Lead workforce planning and coordinate resourcing requirements, ensuring the right skills and capacity are in place to meet project milestones and operational objectives.

WORK PROCESSES & SYSTEMS

• Develop and manage the Operations Readiness budget, including OPEX forecasting and cost control.
• Define, execute, and deliver the Operations Readiness plan and mandatory project milestones.
• Oversee handover, acceptance, and verification processes to enable safe and efficient start-up.
• Provide governance and assurance to stakeholders, ensuring compliance with operational and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering to embed Operations and Maintenance requirements into facility design.

EXCELLENCE

• Deliver an integrated Operations Readiness program from Assess through Execute, ensuring smooth handover to the operating asset.
• Assure stakeholders of the quality, completeness, and readiness of all operational deliverables to enable safe start-up and sustained performance of new facilities.
• Ensure seamless integration and transition of new facilities into existing operations, minimising disruption and optimising performance.

• 15+ years experience in the LNG, Oil & Gas industry, with experience encompassing handover, commissioning and start-up activities
• In-depth knowledge of People, Safety, Environmental and Industry legislative requirements
• Knowledge of the Production Processes, Risk and Management of Change processes & systems
• Skill in Process Safety Critical Role Competency
• Ability to drive and shape long term plant and business strategies
• Ability to lead change and influence within a large organisation
• Demonstrate positive influence on team and organisation
• Ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams including contractors
• Clearly aligned to company, facility and management goals and objectives
• Experience with activity scheduling and controls
• Understanding of Operations.
• Tertiary Qualification or equivalent industry experience

Key Interactions:

Internal

• Director Ops readiness
• Operations Readiness Coordinator
• Discipline Engineers
• Maintenance and Operations Personnel
• Operations Readiness Team Leads
• Project Manager
• Engineering Manager
• Functional Leads
• Technology Manager/Lead
• Corporate Affairs

External

• Community stakeholders
• Project Engineering Focal Point
• Project Managing Contractor
• External maintenance suppliers
• Vendors and Sub Contractors

Job Level 12-13

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
• Industry-leading 18weeks' paid parental leave for primary carer,and maintenance ofsuperannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months(plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Flexible public holidays, religious & cultural leave
• 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
• 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.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 27 August 2025.

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