Senior Environmental Advisor

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• Benefits: Site-based allowances, Residential Housing Support Allowance, and domestic relocation support

At INPEX, our energy is helping to shape a brighter future.

We are proudly supporting positive outcomes in Australian communities, through jobs, training, and social and economic benefits. Our Australian energy portfolio includes Ichthys LNG which we operate, plus participating interests in Prelude FLNG, Darwin LNG, Van Gogh and Ravensworth. We are actively pursuing carbon, capture, and storage opportunities to help provide a cleaner upstream business for Ichthys LNG.

Our inclusive culture is key to our success – valuing diversity and bringing us together as a connected and innovative team. As an international company, INPEX offers unique opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from across the globe. We are keen to attract and develop passionate, motivated, and safety-minded people from all backgrounds who want to help support society's growing need for secure, affordable, and clean energy.

INPEX is looking for a Senior Environmental Advisor to join our Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ) team in Darwin on a permanent, site-based basis.

In this critical role, you'll apply your environmental expertise to support our operational facilities and help us deliver on our commitment to responsible energy production.

You'll be instrumental in maintaining compliance, leading environmental programs, and collaborating across teams to drive continuous improvement—while working on some of the most technically interesting assets in the region.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Environmental Compliance & Systems: Implement and maintain systems and procedures aligned with environmental management plans and regulatory requirements.
• Audit & Reporting: Coordinate internal and external audits, including regulator engagement. Prepare and submit high-quality technical reports (e.g. EPL228-05 annual return, flaring reports).
• Contractor & Operational Support: Oversee environmental compliance of contractor activities, including during shutdowns.
• Incident Response & Investigation: Lead investigations into environmental incidents or non-conformances.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Planning: Engage with internal teams, regulators, and other key stakeholders. Contribute to the development and delivery of annual environmental goals and initiatives.

You'll bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or a related discipline
• A strong understanding of onshore environmental regulations and compliance frameworks
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing complex technical documentation
• Experience working with contractors and resolving environmental or compliance issues
• Confidence in engaging with regulators, including audits and reporting
• A collaborative mindset, valuing empathy and cultural diversity
• A current Australian driver's licence and reliable transport to Bladin Point

You'll be part of a forward-thinking team that values safety, innovation, and integrity. With ongoing investment in our Darwin operations, this is an exciting opportunity to work in a role where your expertise directly supports environmental excellence and sustainable operations.

This role is for applicants residing in or willing to relocate to Darwin.

Closing date for applications is 19 August 2025. INPEX reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Please note that direct feedback on applications will only be provided to interviewed candidates.

We value diversity in our workplace – including beliefs, cultures, and lifestyles, so we can bring our true selves to work every day. If you believe that you have most but not all the requirements outlined above, we encourage you to still apply.

What we offer:

• Emphasis on personal growth and advancement opportunities.
• Programs designed to cultivate leadership skills with ongoing support.
• An extensive range of leave benefits, including:
• 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave,
• Opportunities for purchasing additional leave.
• INPEX Foundation Day and discretional leave.
• Dedicated study time off, and the chance to participate in community and volunteering leave programs.
• Benefits including gym memberships and access to various resources for enhancing wellbeing.
• Japanese language classes available exclusively in Perth.
• Domestic relocation support offered.
• Superannuation benefits surpassing the standard guarantee.
• Salary sacrifice options including novated leases and superannuation.
• Attractive remuneration package inclusive of performance-based incentives.
• Reward and recognition programs.
• Store discounts from over 350 retailers through our Reward & Recognition platform.

Additional Benefits for Onshore:

• Support for domestic relocation for you and your family, including up to 6 months of transitional accommodation.
• Site based allowances and benefits.
• Residential Housing Support Allowance – Contribution towards the cost of housing in Darwin.
• An additional one-week special leave, increasing the annual leave entitlement to 5 weeks per annum.
• Contribution towards annual travel costs to travel to and from Darwin.

We welcome all candidates to advise us throughout the recruitment process if we can support you with accommodations to make this a more inclusive experience.