Operations Supervisor - LALNG

Woodside Energy; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Woodside Energy in Sulphur, Louisiana, is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee LNG plant operations, ensuring production meets daily schedules while adhering to safety and engineering standards. The role requires a minimum of ten years in LNG operating/maintenance/engineering, with at least three years in supervision, and hands-on leadership across multidisciplinary teams.

Collaborate with maintenance and engineering, drive risk management, and guide procedures to deliver reliable,

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years in LNG terminal operations/maintenance/engineering.
• At least three years in operating supervision.
• Experience with LNG liquefaction facilities preferred.
• Strong safety-based leadership and coaching ability.
• Knowledge of Woodside processes and systems.
• Ability to identify and assess risk.

Responsibilities

• Oversee LNG Plant operational activities per procedures.
• Coordinate shifts with DCS/Field Operations.
• Prepare shutdown schemes and spading provisions.
• Ensure daily production meets schedule.
• Maintain health, safety and emergency readiness.
• Lead risk assessments and HSE processes.
• Collaborate with maintenance to plan equipment upkeep.
• Provide leadership to LNG facility and manage capital projects.
• Develop budgets and supervise day-to-day operations staff.

Skills

Risk identification

Leadership

Safety leadership

Team management

Engineering experience

LNG knowledge

HAZOP/HAZID

Regulatory compliance

Job description

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also 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.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state‑of‑the‑art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

Job description

About Woodside

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also 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.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state‑of‑the‑art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

Purpose

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the operational activities of the LNG Plant facility by following the technical and safety procedures and standards according to the Company business plan. The Operations Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all operations/maintenance related activities are properly communicated with the shifts in charge and technology/engineering section involved on a shift basis. Prepares shutdown schemes with relevant instructions and spading provisions. Assures LNG production meets daily scheduled production requirements.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to Operations Superintendent
• Direct Reports: DCS/Field Operations

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

HSEQ & Process Safety

• Manages a safe and healthy workplace for staff and ensure health, safety and emergency requirements are met including adequate emergency coverage. Provides leadership of emergency situations as required
• Sets process guidelines for efficient operation and monitors adherence.
• Leading risk identification and assessments to ensure conformance
• Responsible for permit to work governance, process and permit requirements.
• Provide quality operational input to HSE processes including HAZOPs, HAZIDs, technical reviews, etc.
• Interfaces with ship’s officer’s to conduct pre-transfer meeting, coordinates pre-unloading ship activities, records events, calculates cargo quantities, and accurately completes customer unloading receipts.

LEADERSHIP

• Supports Operations Readiness delivery and alignment of project and asset

EXCELLENCE

• Accountable for ensuring the facility has the required level of competence and capability prior to RFSU of the project

WORK PROCESSES & SYSTEMS

• Interfaces with the Maintenance Supervisors to plan and perform the maintenance of every piece of equipment and ensure its availability.
• Organizes and plans daily engineering/maintenance related activities as efficiently as possible and sets priorities in consultation with the Operations superintendent. Performs analysis on frequent failures of equipment.
• Analyzes the plant operations performance on his/her shift and makes the decisions required to get maximum terminal performance and reliability.
• Provide Operation Readiness support and involvement in assurance processes (incl. Operation Readiness OPS Peer Reviews).
• Supports development of all operations procedures and work instructions and train the operations staff in the safe, reliable, and efficient methods of LNG manufacturing through the general supervision of the Day Operations group
• Collaborate with engineering to ensure Operations and Maintenance outcomes are an integral part of design decisions.
• Provides leadership to the LNG facility, oversee the execution of capital projects, plan and organize projects and maintenance activities of staff to minimize impact on LNG production commitments.
• Performs administrative activities to develop budget recommendations. Develops schedules, assigns, directs, motivates, monitors, and evaluates the work of operators; reviews and approves time sheets; schedules vacations.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to identify and assess engineering and operational risk
• Ability to influence and earn credibility across all levels of the organisation including contractors.
• Demonstrated sound safety‑based leadership and demonstrated ability to provide coaching to project personnel to ensure HSE in design and execution activities maintains a high focus.
• Demonstrated skills to identify, report on and resolve project and people strategic issues.
• Ability to lead a large multi‑skilled team, with positive influence on team and organisation
• Minimum of ten years combined operating/maintenance/engineering experience in LNG terminal and/or petrochemical/gas including a minimum of three years operating supervisory experience; Experience in LNG liquefaction facilities highly preferred
• In depth and demonstrated knowledge of the project issues including safety and integrity requirements
• In depth understanding and knowledge of Woodside processes and systems.
• Knowledge in Process Safety Critical Role Competency
• Understanding of engineering requirements for legislative, regulatory and business process compliance
• A strong working relationship and collaborative partner in the interactions of maintenance activities and performance.
• The incumbent is expected to perform duties that involve standing, walking, climbing, running, sitting, kneeling, twisting, bending, pulling, pushing, carrying, lifting, and driving. Most activities involve movement of either the upper and lower body extremities or both and the joints associated with these areas of the body.

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 18weeks paid parental leave for primary carer,andmaintenanceofsuperannuation 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. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part‑time opportunities.

Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.