Senior Electrical, Instrumentation

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 :

Working closely with reliability, operations, maintenance, projects, and engineering teams developing and optimising Reliability Maintenance Plans (RMPs) for the LNG Plant. This role is tasked with the safe and reliable operation of instrumentation, controls, and electrical (IC&E) equipment at the GLNG plant and pipelines. Primary focus is instrumentation and controls systems, but electrical remit is also advantageous.

Key accountabilities include :

• Initiate, support, and review IC&E system changes via Management of Change (MOC); prepare / review related calculations and documents.
• Support IC&E upgrade projects, including vendor queries, design reviews, and HAZOP.
• Identify upgrades to address reliability bad actors or obsolete equipment.
• Review and approve Critical Function Test (CFT) and Safety Function Test (SFT) procedures.
• Identify IC&E equipment risks; support risk assessments and implement rectification plans.
• Identify and endorse maintenance strategy optimisation in Reliability Management Plans (RMPs).
• Review incidents for IC&E equipment reliability risks and improvements.
• Participate in failure investigations, root cause analyses, audits, and compliance assessments.
• Manage obsolescence of IC&E equipment.
• Lead engineering excellence, governance, and safety barrier / performance standards assurance; ensure functional safety and cybersecurity compliance.
• Collaborate with vendors and consultants for troubleshooting, maintenance, testing, and upgrades.

NB : Travel to site required – Based in Brisbane

What you'll bring :

We are looking for a skilled and experienced professional with demonstrated ability to work with operational teams providing technical support for instrumentation, controls & electrical (IC&E) equipment, maintenance and fault finding / troubleshooting on complex issues.

You will be degree qualified in electrical instrumentation engineering and eligibility for RPEQ (e.g., Chartered Engineer). Your ability to lead and communicate effectively with experience in mentoring and coaching engineers in a corporate environment is key, along with :

• Extensive experience in instrumentation, controls, and electrical engineering in an operations support role in oil and gas, petrochemical, or similar industry. Major hazard facility (MHF) experience preferred.
• Thorough understanding of the relevant technical standards and regulatory framework relating to the Oil and Gas Industry.
• Skilled in integrated control and safety systems (DCS, SIS, PLC) and knowledge in operational technology cyber security.
• Skilled design verification of process instrumentation, actuated and control valves.
• Skilled in Electrical Power generation and distribution engineering would be an advantage.

Additional desired qualifications :

• Function Safety Engineer (TUV).
• Hazardous Area Certification (AS

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. In Brisbane this includes Onsite Gym facilities, Onsite GP services and many more employee benefits.

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 9th September 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.

A requirement of this role is that you will need to have in place the legal work rights for Australia to apply.