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General Information

Location:
Brisbane
Ref#:
517277

Description & Requirements

Don’t come for an easy career. Stay for a rewarding one. 
At Santos, we do work that matters and always have. When you join us, so will you. 

As an ASX 20 global energy company, we’re committed to providing reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone. 

To make it happen, we work as One Team and ask ourselves, “How can we?” (Even when others say, “We can’t.”) 
We’re proud of our history as pioneers, problem-solvers, and pragmatists. And as we strive to achieve our Vision2040, we’ve got our sights set on a culture that is focussed and disciplined to drive value, and entrepreneurial and energised to leave a positive legacy. 

The difference isn’t just thinking big – it’s delivering on it too. 

As part of the team, you’ll tackle one of the most complex problems of our time. It’s no easy task, but nothing rewarding ever is.

What you’ll do:
Based in Brisbane, as the PNG Maintenance Specialist you will be responsible for implementing, stewarding, and improving the use of the Santos Management System (SMS) maintenance processes across the PNG organisation. 

Your role will lead continuous improvement across all levels of the PNG operation related to maintenance. You will assist in Maintenance teams in optimising asset management and maintenance workflows, ensuring processes are followed and CMSS is utilised effectively. You will be responsible for monitoring KPI’s, explore opportunities for process improvements, and guiding the maintenance teams to develop and implement CMMS practices daily.
 
Key accountabilities include: 
  • Implement and streamline the Santos SMS maintenance processes to ensure they meet operational needs. 
  • Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance teams, lead them through the SMS maintenance process journey to ensure smooth adoption, integration and optimization. 
  • Collaborate with Planning & Scheduling teams to ensure scope, plan and execute processes are followed effectively, address challenges and improve workflows. 
  • Mentor and guide national staff to enhance their proficiency in CMMS and related tools and maintenance practices.
  • Provide hands-on training, develop instructional resources, lead workshops that empower teams to utilise CMMS effectively. 
  • Ensure maintenance activities align with Santos Management System (SMS), Delegation of Authority (DOA), and Corporate Governance standards. 
  • Maintain regional dashboards and reporting tools that provide real-time insights.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the business and provide guidance on maintenance strategies. 

What you’ll bring:
  • Significant experience in Oil and Gas preferred, particularly in maintenance processes and CMMS management. 
  • Demonstrated leadership in supporting operations teams and ability to influence diverse teams. 
  • Strong communications skills, ability to prepare and deliver clear reports and presentations and facilitate training sessions for diverse teams. 
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to assess complex maintenance data
  • Detail orientated ensuring accuracy in work orders, system entries and operational analysis. 
  • Experience in engineering, compliance and regulatory practices. 
  • Proficient in SAP, focus on master data management and configuration. 
  • Proficient in work scheduling tools. Prometheus preferred. 
Ideally tertiary qualified with a Bachelor of Engineering or a Trade qualification with related experience in maintenance planning, scheduling and CMMS management. 

Must be willing and able to travel to PNG as required.

What you’ll get:
Here, you’ll be amongst high-calibre people and get to work on industry leading projects. We don’t shy away from solving tough problems at pace. We like it that way. You can expect to be challenged and supported; to learn and grow. 

At Santos, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. This means a place that is safe; where you are valued and respected, and your contribution is recognised and appreciated. Join us, and you’ll play a role in this too.

Each of our sites offer access to specific amenities that aim to create the best possible benefits to your health, wellbeing and performance. 

What you’re part of:
Everywhere you turn you will be a part of a team who are coming together to contribute to our single uniting purpose - to provide reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone 

And because it’s not only what you do, but how you do it, you will also contribute to improving the living standards of the communities where we operate, building enduring and respectful relationships that serve a generation. It’s about each of us, and all of us – together.

How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted via the online recruitment system before COB Monday, 19th May 2025. 

Supporting a Diverse Workforce 
Santos acknowledges that we operate on the traditional lands of Aboriginal people. We recognise the traditional rights to maintain the culture, identities, traditions, and customs on their country. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our ongoing success.  

We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us different.  

Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander jobseekers are strongly encouraged to apply.