Senior Asset Production Engineer – Optimize & Lead Upstream

Santos Limited; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym

Onsite GP services

Employee benefits

Job summary

Santos Limited in Brisbane seeks a senior production engineer to lead optimization of surface assets, improve safety, reliability and emissions performance. The role spans across gas, oil and water facilities, with responsibilities to mentor junior engineers and guide cross-functional teams.

You will apply risk management frameworks and Santos Management System while driving continuous improvement and asset value across a diverse portfolio.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required in relevant mechanical, chemical, process or electrical discipline.
• Chartered Engineer and/or RPEQ certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor facility performance and identify production shortfalls with corrective actions.
• Minimise asset risk through risk-based work selection and SMS-aligned processes.
• Champion a 'produce every molecule' mindset to maximise production and asset performance.
• Identify initiatives to reduce unit costs and improve asset value.
• Drive emissions reduction and collaborate with Operations, Maintenance and other stakeholders.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to junior production engineers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Production planning

Education

Engineering degree in mechanical, chemical, process or electrical engineering

Job description

Santos Limited in Brisbane seeks a senior production engineer to lead optimization of surface assets, improve safety, reliability and emissions performance. The role spans across gas, oil and water facilities, with responsibilities to mentor junior engineers and guide cross-functional teams.

You will apply risk management frameworks and Santos Management System while driving continuous improvement and asset value across a diverse portfolio.