Industrial Hygiene Specialist

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Job Summary

Join the ConocoPhillips Australia HSE Team as Industrial Hygiene Specialist based in either Brisbane or Gladstone.

Position Overview

ConocoPhillips’ 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. ConocoPhillips 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.

About the Role

The Industrial Hygiene Specialist is responsible for delivering science-based health expertise and services to integrate worker health protection strategies across Australian Business Unit (ABU) operations. Reporting to the HSE Programs Director, this position will engage with key operations, maintenance, engineering, and project stakeholders to provide technical industrial hygiene expertise, address HSE risks, and ensure compliance with applicable requirements. The Industrial Hygiene Specialist will adapt to evolving business demands and is accountable for the industrial hygiene program elements of the ABU Operating Management System, supporting workforce health while enhancing operational integrity and business performance.         

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Deliver high-quality industrial hygiene services across ABU operations, meeting operational needs and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and industry best practices.

• Promote professional growth and operational efficiency by developing HSE team members and site-based personnel to assist with sampling planning and sample collection.

• Ensure the quality assurance of industrial hygiene and analytical services.

• Coach and mentor health professionals (e.g., nurses and medics) on industrial hygiene principles and serve as a subject matter expert for other disciplines.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed health priorities into operational practices.

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive, outcomes-focused Health Plan.

• Champion a Learner Mindset to foster a culture of diversity, inclusion, and psychological safety, where continuous improvement and innovation are encouraged.

• Build collaborative relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels while promoting open dialogue to identify more efficient and effective ways of working that contribute directly to business success.

• Coordinate Health Risk Assessments (HRAs) for new and modified facilities, Management of Change (MOC) reviews, and projects.

• Participate in incident investigations and reviews to ensure they are thorough, accurate, and identify effective corrective actions.

• Stay current with changes in regulations and policies relating to permissible exposure limits and, where appropriate, act as a contact for legislative advocacy efforts.

• Support emergency response activities by liaising with relevant agencies and contractors as needed. Undertaking the Safety Officer on the Incident Management Team (IMT) when required.

You will bring to the role

• Cultural alignment with ConocoPhillips’ SPIRIT Values.

• Tertiary level qualification or higher (bachelor’s degree or higher) in Industrial/Occupational Hygiene or related science discipline (Chemical, Physics, Biology, etc.). 

• 5+ experience in industrial hygiene practice, preferably in oil and gas or comparable high-risk industry. 

• Thorough understanding of local and regional legislative requirements regarding workplace health and safety. 

• Proven experience in implementing worker health protection programs with measurable outcomes. 

• Demonstrated experience advising stakeholders on industrial hygiene requirements aligned with business and/or functional needs and priorities. 

• Proficient in learning new technologies quickly and using them in data analytics solutions.  

• Excellent communication (verbal/written) and time management skills and ability to influence and build trust. 

• Proven ability to plan, organise, and manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities.

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to shape positive team culture, foster collaboration, drive continuous improvement, and deliver impactful outcomes. 

• Passionate about health management and want to make a meaningful impact to workforce health and wellbeing. 

• A strong commitment to safety leadership, operational excellence, and personal accountability.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in occupational safety, Industrial Hygiene / Public Health, engineering, physical / biological science, or related HSE field. 

• Certified Occupational Hygienist (COH) with the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygiene (AIOH), or equivalent. 

• Expert knowledge of HSE and Operations Management Systems – both development of the procedures and processes used as well as administering the programs. 

• 3+ years of experience in leading and participating in Tier 2 and Tier 3 audits with accountability for development and execution of actions to remedy audit findings. 

• 1+ years of experience with business intelligence tools and data visualisation tools, such as Power BI.

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

• 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

ConocoPhillips 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. 

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Come and realise your full potential at ConocoPhillips! We look forward to receiving your application!

Apply By: 

Aug 1, 2026

Sponsorship:

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

EEO:

ConocoPhillips is an equal opportunity employer.