Reliability Engineer

Inpex Corporation; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym memberships

Leadership development programs

Flexible work arrangements

Attractive remuneration package

16 weeks of fully paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Reliability Engineer to enhance performance and reliability at their Perth facilities. This permanent role involves leading defect elimination programs, conducting root cause analyses, and implementing reliability improvement plans. Candidates should have an engineering degree and experience in reliability engineering, especially within the energy sector. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and supports personal growth and development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in reliability engineering, preferably in the energy sector.
• Familiar with reliability standards and methodologies.
• Proactive attitude with ownership of projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Defect Elimination program to resolve equipment issues.
• Facilitate Root Cause Analysis for operational events.
• Develop and implement Reliability Improvement Plans.
• Prepare and present reliability reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Reliability Engineering

Data Analytics

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Engineering (BSc/BEng)

Postgraduate qualifications or certification in Reliability Engineering

Tools

ISO14224

Isograph

OnePM

Optimise

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Reliability Engineer role at INPEX Australia. This permanent role is in the Maintenance & Reliability team in Perth, focused on enhancing the performance and reliability of INPEX's operational facilities.

At INPEX, our energy is helping to shape a brighter future. INPEX supports positive outcomes in Australian communities through jobs, training, and social and economic benefits. Our Australian energy portfolio includes Ichthys LNG, which we operate, plus participating interests in Prelude FLNG, Darwin LNG, Van Gogh and Ravensworth. We are actively pursuing carbon capture and storage opportunities to help provide a cleaner upstream business for Ichthys LNG.

We value an inclusive culture and safety-minded people from diverse backgrounds who want to help support secure, affordable, and clean energy.

Closing date for applications is 15 September 2025. INPEX reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Please note that direct feedback on applications will only be provided to interviewed candidates.

This role is for applicants residing in or willing to relocate to Perth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the INPEX Defect Elimination program to identify and resolve bad actors, ensuring consistent application across facilities.
• Facilitate Root Cause Analysis (5 Whys, Cause-Tree) to support production and engineering teams in investigating equipment failures and operational events.
• Develop and implement Reliability Improvement Plans aligned with business objectives.
• Build and apply Reliability Analytics tools and workflows to identify bad actors, measure reliability, and establish an equipment failure data library.
• Prepare and present periodic reliability reports to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering (BSc/BEng), with postgraduate qualifications or certification in Reliability Engineering (e.g. CRE) preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in reliability engineering, with a strong background in the energy or oil and gas sectors.
• Proficiency in reliability standards (ISO14224, ISO20815, ISO/TR12489), data analytics, and reliability KPIs.
• Experience with reliability software (e.g. Isograph, OnePM, Optimise).
• Practical knowledge of maintenance and reliability methodologies (RCM, FMECA, RBI, SIL, CBM).
• Understanding of Process Safety, Asset Integrity Management, and Management of Change.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• A proactive attitude, with a track record of taking ownership of opportunities and driving them to completion.

What we offer

• Emphasis on personal growth and advancement opportunities.
• Programs designed to cultivate leadership skills with ongoing support.
• Benefits including gym memberships and access to various resources for enhancing wellbeing.
• Japanese language classes available exclusively in Perth.
• Domestic relocation support offered.
• Superannuation benefits surpassing the standard guarantee.
• Salary sacrifice options including novated leases and superannuation.
• Attractive remuneration package inclusive of performance-based incentives.
• Reward and recognition programs.
• Store discounts from over 350 retailers through our Reward & Recognition platform.
• Dedication to flexible work arrangements.
• An extensive range of leave benefits, including: 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave, opportunities for purchasing additional leave, INPEX Foundation Day and discretionary leave, dedicated study time off, and the chance to participate in community and volunteering leave programs.

We value diversity in our workplace – including beliefs, cultures, and lifestyles, so we can bring our true selves to work every day. If you believe that you have most but not all the requirements outlined above, we encourage you to still apply.

We welcome all candidates to advise us throughout the recruitment process if we can support you with accommodations to make this a more inclusive experience.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Industries

• Oil and Gas