JOB DESCRIPTION: INTERN – NATURE & BIODIVERSITY (GAS & MARITIME BUSINESS)
Business Unit: PETRONAS Gas & Maritime Business
Function: Gas HSE + S / Sustainability
Reporting to: Nature & Biodiversity Manager / Senior Manager Sustainability
Duration: Internship (e.g. 6–12 months)
Role Purpose
To support the PETRONAS Gas Business in implementing Nature & Biodiversity management initiatives, including Biodiversity & Ecosystem Services Risk Assessment (BESRA), ecological sensitivity screening, data management, and reporting, in alignment with PETRONAS HSE, ESG, and sustainability commitments.
Key Responsibilities
Support Nature & Biodiversity activities for Gas & Maritime Business operations and projects
Assist in ecological sensitivity screening using tools such as Integrated Biodiversity Assessment Tool (IBAT), including identification of Protected Areas (PA), Key Biodiversity Areas (KBA), and UNESCO sites
Assist in compilation and review of biodiversity baseline data, survey findings, and supporting documentation
Assist in preparation of reports, presentations, dashboards, and audit evidence for internal and external requirements
Support integration of biodiversity and ecosystem services considerations into operational and project decision-making
Assist in coordination with Operating Units (OPUs), Gas HSE, and relevant stakeholders on biodiversity-related matters
Support awareness, engagement, and capability-building initiatives related to nature and biodiversity within Gas & Maritime Business
Perform other tasks related to Nature & Biodiversity management as assigned
Requirements / Qualifications
Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biodiversity, Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, or related disciplines
Basic understanding of biodiversity, ecosystem services, and environmental risk management
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Power BI (advantage)
Good communication, coordination, and documentation skills
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a corporate environment
Behavioural Attributes
Demonstrates Integrity, Professionalism, and Respect
Proactive, disciplined, and responsible
- Strong interest in nature conservation and sustainable development
Skills Required
- Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biodiversity, Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, or related disciplines
- Basic understanding of biodiversity, ecosystem services, and environmental risk management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Power BI
- Good communication, coordination, and documentation skills
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a corporate environment
What We Do
Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) is a leading global energy company committed to powering society’s progress in a responsible and sustainable manner. With close to 50,000 employees and a global reach spanning over 100 countries, we are ranked among the world’s largest corporations by revenue in the Fortune Media IP Ltd’s 2022 Fortune Global 500® list. As Malaysia’s national oil and gas company, we safeguard and manage the nation’s hydrocarbon resources to ensure national energy security and maximise value. We explore, develop and produce hydrocarbons as well as cleaner energy solutions. We have three core businesses, namely Upstream, Gas and Downstream, supported by Project Delivery and Technology division, which acts as an enabler. We recently launched Gentari, our new entity providing customers with cleaner energy and lower carbon solutions in three core offerings – renewables, hydrogen and green mobility alongside our core portfolio. We remain committed to produce oil and gas in a differentiated manner, with focus on reducing carbon emissions and at competitive cost. Our hydrocarbon portfolio today is two-thirds gas, which puts us in an advantageous position as gas and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) will continue to play a vital role even as the energy system evolves. As one of the leading LNG players in the world, PETRONAS will continue to serve the global LNG demand. As a responsible and conscientious global energy player, sustainability is at the heart of our business and how we operate. Our commitment to responsible business growth and positive contributions to society and the environment remains unwavering. Fuelled by our passion to be a partner for our customers in the journey towards a lower carbon energy future, every step we take brings us closer towards achieving our aspiration of Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050 (NZCE 2050).
