Environmental Adviser

Description & Requirements Don’t come for an easy career. Stay for a rewarding one. At Santos, we do work that matters and always have. When you join us, so will you. As an ASX 20 global energy company, we’re committed to providing reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone. To make it happen, we work as One Team and ask ourselves, “How can we?” (Even when others say, “We can’t.”) We’re proud of our history as pioneers, problem-solvers, and pragmatists. And as we strive to achieve our Vision2040, we’ve got our sights set on a culture that is focussed and disciplined to drive value, and entrepreneurial and energised to leave a positive legacy. The difference isn’t just thinking big – it’s delivering on it too. As part of the team, you’ll tackle one of the most complex problems of our time. It’s no easy task, but nothing rewarding ever is. What You’ll Do Based in our Perth Headquarters, the Environmental Adviser, will play a key role in ensuring environmental compliance across Santos' operations and decommissioning activities. This position is responsible for preparing compliance reports, monitoring operations for regulatory adherence, and participating in environmental audits and incident investigations. You will collaborate with project teams to secure necessary approvals, manage environmental risk assessments, and oversee third-party consultants conducting environmental monitoring. Working closely with the Environmental Manager, the role supports continuous improvement in HSE performance and ensures all activities meet regulatory expectations. This position is offered as a fixed term contract for 2 years. Key Accountabilities Include Please note, occasional travel to Santos sites will be required for this role, on an as-needed basis.Provide environmental compliance support to the Environment Manager. Prepare and submit compliance reports as required by statutory environmental permits/licenses, ministerial statements etc. Monitor activities to ensure operations are carried out in accordance with safety and environmental approvals requirements and the Santos Management System (SMS).Participate in environmental auditing and reporting for operated facilities and activities. This includes compliance and contractors auditing, pre-mobilisation and on-site.Participate in investigations of significant environmental incidents on operating facilities as required.Monitor incident database and quality of incident/investigation reports and address identified non-conformance with superiors. Participate in ENVID, and other risk assessment workshops as required.Assist in reporting environmental incidents or dangerous occurrence to legislative bodies. Write, and assist in revising environmental specific plans and procedures as appropriate.Collaborate with operations and project teams regarding decommissioning projects to ensure approvals are in place for non-routine activities. Develop environmental management change documentation and assist in implementation of approved management of change processes as required. Manage 3rd party consultants conducting monitoring activities at Santos facilities when required and conduct technical reviews of consultants environmental monitoring reports. Support Environmental Approvals team to ensure outcomes are achieved.Compliance with the Santos Management System (SMS) and Santos Corporate Governance and Safety requirements. What You’ll Bring Significant experience within the Oil and Gas IndustryExperience working with HSE management systems, Safety Case, Environmental Plan, WA HSE legislation. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.Proficient written and verbal communicationAttentive and detail orientated Teritary qualified in Environmental Science/Engineering or relevant fields with extensive hydrocarbon industry experience or HSE.TBOSIET, CA-EBS, MISC, OGUK (can be obtained during appointment). Desired experience Worked with electronic management and incident reporting systems (eg.SAP and Landfolio).Knowledgeable in quality and safety management principals (IMO-ISM, SA4801 or OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001).Experience in Internal/External Auditor training.Experience working in operations, logistics, in either onshore, offshore and remote areas. What You’ll Get Here, you’ll be amongst high-calibre people and get to work on industry-leading projects. We don’t shy away from solving tough problems at pace. We like it that way. You can expect to be challenged and supported; to learn and grow. At Santos, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. This means a place that is safe; where you are valued and respected, and your contribution is recognised and appreciated. Join us, and you’ll play a role in this too. Each of our sites offer access to specific amenities that aim to create the best possible benefits to your health, wellbeing and performance. What You’re Part Of Everywhere you turn you will be a part of a team who are coming together to contribute to our single uniting purpose - to provide reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone And because it’s not only what you do, but how you do it, you will also contribute to improving the living standards of the communities where we operate, building enduring and respectful relationships that serve a generation. It’s about each of us, and all of us – together. How To Apply Applications must be submitted via the online recruitment system before COB Monday, May 5th 2025. Supporting a Diverse Workforce Santos acknowledges that we operate on the traditional lands of Aboriginal people. We recognise the traditional rights to maintain the culture, identities, traditions, and customs on their country. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our ongoing success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us different. Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander jobseekers are strongly encouraged to apply.