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 focused 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
The Manager External & Government Affairs – Northern Territory will play a critical leadership role in delivering Santos’ government and external affairs across the NT.
Reporting to senior leadership, this role is responsible for the planning and execution of NT government engagement and key non government stakeholder engagement to support Santos’ ongoing operations and future growth opportunities. You will work closely with operational, corporate and community teams to ensure a coordinated, strategic and compliant approach to external engagement across the NT.
This is a senior, visible role requiring strong strategic judgment, influencing capability and a deep appreciation of regulatory, community and stakeholder environments.
Responsibilities include
• Developing and implementing government and stakeholder engagement strategies to support Santos’ NT operations and growth initiatives.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of NT political, policy and regulatory environments and emerging legislation.
• Building and sustaining relationships with key political and external stakeholders..
• Establishing and maintaining networks below Minister level and support senior leadership in Ministerial engagements.
• Representing Santos at key external forums and engagements and support executive leadership, including the General Manager Barossa and NT External Affairs.
What you’ll bring
You are a strategic, relationship driven professional with a strong background in government or external affairs and the confidence to engage with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Significant experience in government affairs, external affairs, government, or technical roles with significant external engagement.
• Proven experience managing complex internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Understanding of — or demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire — NT regulatory engagement and consultation requirements.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem solving capability.
• Ability to confidently engage with Vice Presidents, General Managers and senior leaders.
• Experience across both public sector and oil & gas, resources or industrial sectors.
• Experience engaging with First Nations individuals and communities.
• Established networks across NT Government and industry groups.
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline such as Political Science, Economics, Community & Aboriginal Affairs, Business, Engineering, Environment or a related field.
If you are an experienced external or government affairs professional looking to take on a high impact leadership role in the Northern Territory, we encourage you to apply.
Why Santos?
At Santos, we believe energy is essential to modern life. We are committed to working respectfully with communities, governments and stakeholders to deliver reliable energy while supporting sustainable development. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and complex operating environment, while working with a highly experienced and collaborative leadership team.
What you’ll get:
Here, you’ll be amongst high-caliber 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 May 5th, 2026
A requirement of this role is that you will need to have in place the legal work rights for Australia to apply
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.
Potential Scams
There are a number of fake adverts that are impersonating Santos Limited, in these instances you will receive an e-mail from a generic e-mail address. We do not make offers without interviews or due diligence taking place. You will know if an advert is genuine if you are directed to the Santos company careers page to apply which is
https://recruitme nt.santos.com/