Head Of Australia Business - Grc

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 improve 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.

About the Role: Reporting to the Vice President Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), the Head of Australia Business is accountable for enabling effective risk (strategic, material and emerging) management, control effectiveness assurance and reporting for the Australia Business, in accordance with global regulatory and corporate governance requirements.
You are also responsible for providing oversight that ensures the Australia Business operates within the risk appetite set by the executive and Board and will provide oversight of regulatory compliance authorisation management and management system effectiveness within the portfolio.

This position is based in the Perth office, and you will lead a team that delivers risk, compliance and governance expertise to support and enable the Australia Business.
You will also deliver strategic risk insights including lead and lag risk health indicators, cumulative risk views and trends whilst building organisational risk maturity through training, coaching and development of leaders and employees.

As stated, as the Head of the Australia Business, you are also accountable for oversight of application of the Woodside Management System in the Australia Business.
This includes providing guidance and managing change to ensure that processes remain appropriate to Australia Business activities.

Duties & Responsibilities: Accountable for enabling effective risk (strategic, material & emerging) management and reporting for the Australia Business, in accordance with regulatory and corporate governance requirements.
Provide oversight that ensures the Australia Business operates within the risk appetite set by the executive and Board.
Deliver strategic risk insights including leading and lagging risk health indicators, cumulative risk views and trends.
Build organisation risk maturity through training, coaching and development of leaders and employees.
Accountable for delivering a robust and fit-for-purpose regulatory compliance framework across the Australia Business, that safeguards license to operate and grow.
Develop and maintain an internal and external stakeholder network to anticipate and address impact of regulatory changes on compliance activities, ensuring regulatory authorisations are well managed and that there are no breaches.
Accountable for oversight of application of the Woodside Management System in the Australia Business.
Provide guidance and manage change to ensure that processes remain appropriate to Australia business activities.
Accountable for delivering a business assurance regime that aligns with the Three Lines Model and meets leadership's expectations for good governance.
Collaborate with process and control owners to deliver this outcome.
Continue to support initiatives aimed at streamlining processes and systems across the business to deliver continuous improvement.
Skills & Experience: Tertiary qualifications: Bachelor/Masters degree with appropriate specialisation qualifications.
Oil and gas experience is preferred but secondary to dynamic and influential leadership ability.
Understanding of complex governance frameworks and systems.
Expertise in managing risk systems and processes for a large corporation.
Proven understanding of strategic risks and how businesses can prepare for these.
Exceptional leadership and ability to motivate and influence a diverse team across Australia.
Exemplary written and verbal communication and ability to present to the senior internal stakeholders including CEO and Board.
Delivering through the team and ability to develop the next generation of senior leaders.
Confidence to work with full autonomy in managing internal and external stakeholders, with authority to directly solve issues and an instinct to know when escalation is appropriate.
Understanding of what constitutes a high-performing team with authority to make changes to enhance Woodside's GRC processes.
If you think you can do this job but don't meet all the criteria, that's OK!
Please apply.
At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

Recognition & Reward: What you can expect from us:
Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring.
Industry-leading 18 weeks' paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation 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.
Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity.
Community volunteering opportunities.
Relocation assistance (if required).
A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions.
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 differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education.
Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 18th November 2024.

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

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