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Who We Are

We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.
We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.
We strive to make a significant difference in the communities where we live and operate. We create an inclusive environment that values all voices and opinions. Together, the different backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and perspectives of our employees drive our success.

Job Summary

Join Conoco Phillips Australia in the position of Training & Competency Supervisor.

Job Description

Conoco Phillips Australia acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Nations Peoples and Traditional Custodians of this land, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present.
Conoco Phillips’ Australian headquarters are located in Brisbane. Our focus is supplying Australian customers with natural gas and international customers with liquefied natural gas. We do this through our 47.5 percent interest in the Australia Pacific LNG joint venture, one of the largest producers of natural gas in eastern Australia. Conoco Phillips Australia also operates the Australia Pacific LNG liquefied natural gas facility near Gladstone. We are also an exploration company, with ongoing exploration occurring in the Bowen and Surat Basin in Central Queensland and new exploration in the Otway Basin along the southern coast of Australia to identify natural gas reserves for supply to Australian customers.
Based in either Brisbane or Gladstone and reporting to the Integrated Operations Manager the Training & Competency Supervisor will lead the Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG) Downstream Operations (DSO) Training & Competency Team and develop, implement, and manage all aspects of training and competency for the APLNG DSO Team to safely and efficiently operate the Australia Pacific LNG facilities and associated equipment.
The Training & Competency Supervisor will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Lead the APLNG DSO Training & Competency Team to achieve the training and competency assurance business plan objectives
• Ensure consistent implementation of the ABU Training and Competency Assurance Philosophy through training, guidance and support, documentation and centralized record keeping
• Develop and implement key contracts to support the ABU Training and Competency System
• Manage the Training & Competency team, function and budget
• Provide operational and technical training and competency advice to ensure training packages reflect operational needs and best practice
• Manage the training strategy, plan, key training and competency activities, developing quality programs aligned to COP standards
• Maintain oversight of Training compliance and communicate status to DSO leadership on a monthly basis
• Project manage critical competency initiatives for employees and contractors including: PTW, ISSOW, OTS, VOC, electrical and mechanical maintenance
• Develop and/or source training material to meet business needs
• Align with the ABU Training Philosophy to develop, implement, and manage the Training & Competency Management System for Downstream Australia Pacific LNG in accordance with Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) Standards, legislative requirements, and the Queensland Major Hazard Facility Guidelines
• Implement and manage training services and activities to ensure that employees receive the required training based on competency requirements set by the Queensland Major Hazard Facility Guidelines and a mapped needs analysis
• Integrate technical, safety, and development training calendar for APLNG DSO
• Secure and manage contracts with external training service providers
• Develop and maintain training external networks in order to keep abreast of technical training initiatives and legislation

About you

You will bring to the role:

• Cultural alignment with Conoco Phillips’ SPIRIT Values
• Vocational Competence – PMA Certificate IV in Process Plant Technology or above
• Experience in managing technical training programs
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines with a high degree of accuracy, maintaining confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of training and development PMA framework, AQTF standards and training legislation.
• Ability to collaborate and influence across multiple disciplines and organizational boundaries coaching and mentoring skills.
• Industry experience in a technical role within a major Hazard Facility (preferred)
• Training Qualification - TAE Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (preferred)
• Experience in a supervisory/lead role, not necessarily in technical training (preferred)
• Hydrocarbon/oil and gas technical training experience (preferred)
• Higher qualification in training and development (preferred)

What we offer

An inclusive environment of belonging where we respect one another and where our success reflects the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas and perspectives of our employees.

• A unique culture of SPIRIT – Safety, People, Integrity, Responsibility, Innovation, Teamwork
• A learning organisation that encourages, supports, and celebrates innovative ideas
• Continuous technical and professional development training
• Flexible work arrangements
• Competitive remuneration, superannuation, benefits and performance based incentives
• Private health insurance, generous Employee Share Plan, annual health and wellness subsidy
• Above industry paid parental leave

Support for all applicants

Conoco Phillips Australia encourages and welcomes applications from all members of the community. If we can make adjustments in our recruitment process to ensure we can get to know you in the best way possible, feel free to let us know so we can accommodate you.

Apply Now

Please submit your CV and maximum one page cover letter (as one document only) before the closing date.
Come and realise your full potential at Conoco Phillips! We look forward to receiving your application!

Apply Before: September 20, 2024

Sponsorship:

Conoco Phillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the country where this job is located is NOT available for this position.

EEO:

Conoco Phillips is an equal opportunity employer.