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Who We Are
We are one of the worlds largest independent exploration and production companies based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas.
With operations and activities in 13 countries we explore for develop and produce crude oil and natural gas globally.
We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world.
Our employees are critical to our success and with them we power civilization.
Were grounded by our SPIRIT Values safety people integrity responsibility innovation and teamwork.
These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business but not at all costs.
We believe its not just what we do its how we do it that sets us apart.
Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment
To deliver superior performance we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual.
Wherever possible we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage personal growth and ultimately create business success.
Job Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role with ConocoPhillips Australia as the next Engineering Manager helping to shape the future of our Downstream Operations.
Position Overview
ConocoPhillips Australian headquarters are located in Brisbane.
Our focus is supplying Australian customers with natural gas and international customers with liquefied natural gas.
We do this through our 47.5 percent interest in the Australia Pacific LNG joint venture one of the largest producers of natural gas in eastern Australia.
ConocoPhillips Australia also operates the Australia Pacific LNG liquefied natural gas facility near Gladstone.
We are also an exploration company with ongoing exploration occurring in the Bowen and Surat Basin in Central Queensland and new exploration in the Otway Basin along the southern coast of Australia to identify natural gas reserves for supply to Australian customers.
As a member of the ConocoPhillips (COP) Australia Pacific LNG Downstream (DS) Operations team this position will contribute to the development of an organization which embraces a commitment to best practices and operational excellence while achieving zero injuries incidents and maintaining standards for achieving excellence in operational performance.
Reporting to the Downstream Operations Manager the Engineering Manager will lead a team of multi-discipline engineers and engineering technical authorities to provide the organization with fit for purpose risk appropriate and value adding engineering support to solve both tactical and strategic APLNG Facility issues.
The role manages the individual engineering disciplines to ensure safe and efficient operation of the DS facility by providing technical support to all other functions of the DS Operations team.
This position is based in Brisbane with travel as required.
Key Accountabilities
Lead a team of engineers based both in Brisbane and Curtis Island to provide fit for purpose risk appropriate multi-discipline surveillance and optimisation engineering support for issues of any time duration.
Mentors provides coaching and technical knowledge sharing to engineering team members to develop their technical and leadership competencies.
Ownership of the ABU Technical Authority Program including governance and ongoing continuous improvement.
Accountable for development & implementation of the Process Safety management system including the facility safety case management of change (MoC) programs risk management performance standards and safety critical element programs.
Implement engineering management systems and work programs to ensure compliance with the Australian and Queensland regulatory requirements.
Sponsor multiple technical services contracts with strong emphasis on driving performance efficiency and continuous improvement.
Ensure safety and value in design by maintaining technical standards and specifications including those related to engineering design certification and verification with a strong link with Corporate Engineering to ensure alignment with corporate practice and standards.
Contribute to corporate technology improvements through knowledge sharing root cause analysis standard development and industry networking.
Key Responsibilities
Understand relative work priorities delegate work as appropriate tactical versus strategic to ensure the correct technical role (Curtis Island and Brisbane based) is provided and then delivering fit for purpose engineered solutions.
Provide technical multi-discipline engineering leadership for risk and priority assessment of facility originated opportunities.
Provide oversight and multi-discipline engineering function leadership support to all phases of facility changes.
Develop manage and implement the ABU Graduate Program.
Provide technical support and leadership to the effective planning and execution of facility shutdowns including scope identification challenge development and handover for execution.
Support the engineering team to identify select and implement data integration and advanced analytics projects.
Drive development and implementation of integrated operations engineering practices with Curtis Island based operations driving business and operational efficiency.
Lead business technical support with the focus on surveillance troubleshooting and engineering controls.
Drive continuous improvement practice in all key technical engineering process and programs.
Liaise and consultation with APLNG and partners through Operations Leadership forums and technical committees to ensure strong alignment and communication of DS operations activities into the APLNG value chain.
Develop and direct implementation of engineering management support strategies; establish scope of work for contract tenders and direct technical bid evaluation.
About you
In addition to your extensive experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and your demonstrated expertise in major hazard facilities your professional background is further underpinned by :
Cultural alignment with ConocoPhillips SPIRIT Values
Engineering Degree in relevant discipline
Chartered Member (or equivalent) of Engineering Institution
Minimum 20 years engineering experience including Operations and Projects experience
Senior engineering supervisory role in an operational phase of a Major Hazard Facility
Eligible to obtain Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ)
Chemical (Process) Engineering degree (preferred)
Operational facility engineering experience of LNG / hydrocarbons (preferred)
Familiarity with industry and Australian Standards (preferred)
What we offer
An inclusive environment of belonging where we respect one another and where our success reflects the diverse backgrounds experiences ideas and perspectives of our employees.
A unique culture of SPIRIT Safety People Integrity Responsibility Innovation Teamwork
A learning organisation that encourages supports and celebrates innovative ideas
Continuous technical and professional development training
Competitive remuneration superannuation benefits and performance-based incentives
Private health insurance generous Employee Share Plan annual health and wellness subsidy
Above industry paid parental leave
Support for all applicants
ConocoPhillips Australia encourages and welcomes applications from all members of the community.
If we can make adjustments in our recruitment process to ensure we can get to know you in the best way possible feel free to let us know so we can accommodate you.
Apply Now
Please submit your CV and maximum one page cover letter (as one document only) before the closing date.
Come and realise your full potential at ConocoPhillips
We look forward to receiving your application
Apply By :Oct *******
Sponsorship :ConocoPhillips sponsorship for employment authorization in the country where this job is located is NOT available for this position.
EEO : ConocoPhillips is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience : Manager
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Employment Type :Full-Time
Experience :years
Vacancy :1
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