Santos Ltd Field Environment Advisor l 15 January 2026
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LEAP Career Stage:
Leading Others
Position Description:
Field Environment Advisor
Reports To:
Environment & Regulatory Lead (PNG)
Business Division / Function:
PNG Development & Projects
Department:
APF Tie-In Project
Location:
Site
Responsibilities
Position Objective
The Field Environment Advisor is a back-to-back site based role, responsible for providing onsite environmental management support for the APF Tie In Project.
Position Accountabilities
Accountabilities for this position are:
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Build key relationships with Project and Operational stakeholders for all environmental matters.
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Provide support to the Project’s Environment and Regulatory Lead.
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Provide support the Port Moresby based Environment Advisor with developing environmental performance reports.
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Provide input into environmental performance reports as per conditions of environmental approvals.
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Safely and effectively verify that controls outlined in the Environment Permit, Project’s Environmental and Social Management Plan, Cultural Heritage Management Plan, Chance Finds Protocol have been implemented and assess their performance against the objectives that they have been developed for.
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Verify controls, as per the Contractors Management Plan, have been implemented in the field.
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Provide site support for any third-party environmental surveys or assessments required for the Project.
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Undertake environmental sampling and inspections (e.g. water quality, noise, air emissions, invasive species, erosion and sediment controls) to demonstrate compliance with the Project’s environmental and verification program.
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Roll out and deliver environmental awareness programs in the field.
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Develop and deliver toolbox talk material with respect to environmental and cultural heritage matters.
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Address day to day issues that arise during the execution phase as they relate to environmental matters.
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Coordinate with relevant teams to troubleshoot any non-conformances with respect to environmental and cultural heritage incidents.
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Assist and provide input where needed to the Community Affairs team in grievance management.
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Support Project’s Environment and Regulator Lead and the PNG Business Unit Environment team with the reporting and management of environmental incidents.
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Collect and maintain environmental data records and registers.
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Undertake preliminary environmental assessments of land access requests and support feedback into the Project’s Land Access process.
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Assist in the preparation of close out reports, reinstatement plans.
Santos Ltd Field Environment Advisor l 15 January 2026
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Professional Experience
Essential experience required for this position includes:
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At least five years working in a similar position for the resource industry (oil & gas, mining)
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Experience in working with the National Museum and Art Gallery highly valued.
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Create and maintain good working relationships with a culturally diverse workforce.
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Work independently with limited supervision, to be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
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Use high-level analytical and conceptual thinking while using initiative and being proactive in resolving issues.
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Utilise sound communication skills both oral and written.
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Working safely for long-hours and cope with living in a remote location in a “back-to-back” situation.
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Track record of delivery in complex / challenging and remote environments.
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Remote, developing country and wet tropics experience desirable
Technical Competencies
Technical competencies for this position are:
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Extensive knowledge of the PNG legislation related to environmental and cultural heritage (Environment Act, Environment (Water Quality Criteria) Regulation, National Cultural Property (Preservation) Act).
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Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
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Knowledgeable and experienced in environmental compliance, incident investigation and reporting processes.
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Experience in managing environmental and cultural heritage issues relevant to Oil and Gas Development Projects.
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Experience in working with Primary contractors to ensure their systems meet Company expectations, permit conditions and other regulatory compliance.
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Planning and implementation of monitoring programs.
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PNG project construction execution experience is considered desirable.
Qualifications
Essential qualifications required for this position are:
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Bachelor degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Archaeology or related discipline.
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Acceptance by the National Museum and Art Gallery to undertake cultural heritage and archaeological surveys within PNG strongly regarded but not essential.
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Performance Expectations
Performance and Development Goals
Performance and Development Goals are set annually and reviewed on a regular basis. These are formally reviewed at mid-year and end of year performance reviews.
No. of Direct Reports: 0 No. of Indirect Reports: 2-5 Budget Responsibilities: [OPEX / CAPEX] CAPEX Delegation of Authority Limit: Nil Business Critical Position: Yes
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LEAP is a values-based framework which clarifies behavioural expectations across each level of the Santos workforce. LEAP Career Stage: Leading Others Work as one team
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Ensures understanding of company vision, team purpose and priorities
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Communicates effectively and seeks help with any challenges
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Works productively and collaboratively with others to achieve goals
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Respects diverse viewpoints, observes and asks questions to understand Always safe
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Understands risks, Life Saving Rules, controls, and barriers to enable a safe work environment
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Applies HSS operating standards and tools to manage risks of workplace hazards
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Participates in safety discussions, raises awareness of hazards and shares improvement ideas
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Raises safety concerns and acts to stop the job if unsafe
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Reports all incidents and near misses Act with integrity
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Acts honestly and fairly, demonstrating openness and respect for others
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Understands the Santos Values and application to own role
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Complies with SMS, Code of Conduct and disciplined Operating Model
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Speaks up when actions or behaviours are not in line with SMS, Code of Conduct, disciplined Operating Model or Santos Values Be accountable
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Understands role responsibilities, outcomes, and performance expectations, seeks clarity when unsure
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Accepts challenging goals and delivers outcomes with behaviours aligned to Santos values
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Takes responsibility for own actions and holds others to account
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Seeks, accepts and provides constructive feedback
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Maintains high standard of work and seeks ways to improve performance Pursue exceptional results
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Understands and demonstrates commitment to disciplined Operating Model
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Incorporates knowledge, logic and available information to make sound decisions
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Generates creative, innovative solutions to drive disciplined Operating Model and improve ways of working
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Recognises the contributions of others to successful team outcomes Build a better future
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Understands importance of community engagement and participates in external company sponsored initiatives
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Seeks to learn and understand industry outlook and trends
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Proactively identifies opportunities to exchange knowledge and information with colleagues
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Understands and considers impact of own work on broader stakeholders within the business
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Takes ownership of own development and demonstrates initiative, growing capability aligned to future business needs