D&C Inventory Adviser

Woodside Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Parental leave

Competitive remuneration

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Woodside Energy in Houston seeks an experienced D&C Inventory Advisor to manage material readiness and optimize inventory across international operations. The role focuses on reducing excess, coordinating planning with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with standards and governance.

You will drive efficiency and partner with drilling, completions, and supply teams to support campaigns. The role requires 3–5+ years in oil & gas, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in oil and gas, drilling and completions support a plus.
• Experience in warehouse, inventory and logistics.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Partner with International GWS Drilling and Completions teams to ensure material readiness for campaigns.
• Develop and maintain inventory strategies to reduce excess and obsolete stock.
• Coordinate material readiness reviews and planning routines with stakeholders.
• Build relationships to drive inventory optimization and performance.
• Promote standardization and continuous improvement across inventory processes.
• Support stocktake programs and ensure accuracy across storage locations.
• Ensure SOX and WMS compliance, assurance requirements, and governance standards.
• Provide inventory expertise for inquiries, audits, and planning activities.
• Contribute to initiatives for visibility, forecasting, and cost efficiency.
• Interface with Supply sub-functions for cross-team collaboration.
• Manage material disposals and sales to 3rd party buyers.

Skills

Oil & Gas experience

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Communication

Excel proficiency

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential and working in a positive work environment. We recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate. Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges globally. Refer to our corporate website for more information about our different locations and projects: https://www.woodside.com/what-we-do

Job description

About Woodside

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential and working in a positive work environment. We recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate. Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges globally. Refer to our corporate website for more information about our different locations and projects: https://www.woodside.com/what-we-do

About the Role

The D&C Inventory Advisor is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective management of inventory to support drilling, completion, project, and operational activities across International Operations and GWS assets. The role focuses on maintaining material readiness, optimizing inventory holdings, and ensuring alignment with forecast demand while meeting business, compliance, and operational performance objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with International GWS Drilling and Completions teams to ensure material readiness for upcoming campaigns and operational activities.
• Develop and maintain inventory strategies tailored to reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
• Coordinate material readiness reviews and facilitate planning routines with operational stakeholders.
• Develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive inventory optimization and operational performance.
• Promote standardization, process discipline, and continuous improvement opportunities across inventory management processes.
• Support physical stocktake programs and ensure inventory accuracy across Woodside-managed, vendor-held, and third-party storage locations.
• Ensure compliance with SOX and WMS standards, assurance requirements, joint venture obligations, and inventory governance standards.
• Provide inventory expertise and support for business inquiries, audits, assurance reviews, and operational planning activities.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve inventory visibility, forecasting accuracy, and cost efficiency.
• Interface closely with Supply sub-functions to ensure effective communication and collaboration across teams.
• Manage material disposals and subsequent sales to 3rd party buyers in support of inventory optimization strategies

Skills and Experience

• 3-5+ years experience in oil and gas industry, Drilling & Completions support a plus
• Experience in Warehouse, Inventory and Logistics
• Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel

Key Competencies and Skills

• Inventory Strategy
• SAP S/4HANA
• Materials Management
• Inventory Controls
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Surplus Disposition
• Audit & SOX Compliance
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Risk Management
• Data Analytics
• Continuous Improvement
• Commercial Awareness
• Process Governance
• Inventory Assurance

Recognition and Reward

What you can expect from us:

• 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
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.

Diversity encompasses various differences, including but not limited to differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of respect, trust and belonging, where people feel enabled to be their best and authentic version of themself.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 9/11/2026.