Senior HSE Advisor

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.

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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.

Original Posting Date: 6/23/2026

Woodside Energy USA Services Inc. seeks a Senior HSE Advisor at our Houston, Texas location to be responsible for driving excellence in health, safety, and environmental performance across New Energy projects.

This includes leading HSE strategy development, ensuring regulatory compliance, embedding a strong safety culture, and supporting operational readiness through assurance and risk management activities. Provide advice regarding HSE risk tolerability and ALARP demonstration and identify potential controls and mitigations for project construction, and operations. Coordinate the completion of HSE studies and plans, as and when required for each project phase. Ensure HSE permitting and HSE regulatory compliance of assigned projects. Provide HSE expertise, advice, and support for activities within the New Energy Team for projects related work and regulatory support. Support New Energy projects until investment decision and into execution. Deliver HSE requirements as per the IMF and WMS. Develop the HSE Management Plans as per the project progresses to the gates. Coordinate the completion of studies, HSE licensing and statutory permitting requirements and ensure the development of Environment Plans, as and when required. Obtain all HSE regulatory approvals, as applicable as per the project progresses to the gates. HSE input into Contractor Management and managing HSE in contracts. Ensure closure and decommissioning planning follow relevant HSE industry standards, HSE regulations, or applicable legislative requirements. Provide HSE Assurance Reviews as per each gate requirement.

Education and Occupational Experience:
Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Environmental Management, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field of study and three (3) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.

Qualifications/Skills and Competencies Experience:
Experience must include two (2) years involving each of the following:
* Design and execute HSE strategies for hydrogen, ammonia, and carbon-to-product projects across all development phases;
* Lead HAZID, HAZOP, and ENVID workshops;
* Ensure full compliance with environmental regulations by securing permits and managing reporting requirements;
* Monitor contractor HSE performance through audits and alignment with corporate standards;
* Conduct HSE audits and implemented lessons-learned programs;
* Develop and test emergency response plans, including SIMOPS coordination;
* Collaborate with internal teams, joint venture partners, and external agencies to align HSE objectives;
* Manage environmental planning and compliance, including SPCC, emissions control, and waste management;
* Lead HSE integration during project execution; and
* Deliver HSE training and coaching to site leaders.

Travel: N/A.

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.

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs andcoaching
• 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)
• 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
• 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. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities.

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

Woodside Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal state, or local laws.