Installation & Commissioning HSE Advisor

Woodside Energy Ltd • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The I&C HSE Advisor is a field-based role that provides on-site Health, Safety and Environment guidance and assurance across installation and commissioning scopes (SURF, subsea, hook-up, and offshore commissioning). The position reports to the I&C HSE Lead and works closely with the Installation & Commissioning Manager, Site Representatives, Delivery Managers, and contractor for HSE teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HSE, Engineering, or equivalent experience (preferred).
• 5–8 years of HSE experience in offshore oil & gas; minimum 3 years in subsea/SURF installation or commissioning. Deepwater experience strongly preferred.
• Recognized HSE certifications (e.g., NEBOSH/IOSH); valid offshore survival and medical certifications.
• Proficiency in incident investigation methodologies (ICAM, 5-Whys) and human factors concepts.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, ISO 45001, IOGP standards; familiarity with SIMOPS and marine operations.
• Experience with contractor management, bridging documents, and assurance activities.
• Comfortable with digital tools/BI dashboards for HSE performance monitoring.
• Strong field presence and visible safety leadership; able to influence in high-risk environments.
• Analytical problem-solving and risk-based decision-making; task-oriented and delivery focused.
• Clear communication and coordination skills across multicultural teams (Spanish/English an advantage).
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing schedules.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish/English an advantage

Responsibilities

• Execute project HSE plans and routines on board installation vessels and at shorebase; embed risk controls into day-to-day operations.
• Support risk assessments (Campaign, Vessel, Task-level); verify critical controls and ALARP decisions using bowties and checklists.
• Participate in SIMOPS planning and toolbox talks; reinforce STOP Work Authority and Life-Saving Rules.
• Conduct field leadership, inspections, and HSE verifications in work areas (deck, crane ops, diving spreads, ROV control, warehouses).
• Monitor contractor HSE performance against Trion Contractor HSER&S Minimum Requirements and bridging documents; raise gaps and follow up corrective actions.
• Assist with incident reporting and investigations (ICAM/5-Whys); ensure learning capture and timely close-out in First Priority.
• Contribute to HSE assurance program (Level 1/2 verifications); record compliance evidence prior to phase start and during execution.
• Support emergency response readiness (drills, muster, medevac coordination) and occupational health risk management.
• Coach and influence contractor supervisors and crew on hazard identification, hierarchy of controls, and safe work behaviors.
• Engage with marine assurance requirements for project vessels and align with Woodside standards where applicable.

Benefits

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs and coaching
• Industry-leading 18 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level