Senior Independent Oil & Gas Compliance AuditorLocation: Queensland, Australia

Industry: Oil & Gas / Energy Infrastructure

Engagement: Independent Contractor / Specialist Consultancy

Project: Major Hazard Facility, 450 km Pipeline and EPBC Compliance Audit

Duration: 3 Year Contract

Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced, suitably qualified Independent Oil & Gas Compliance Auditor to conduct a comprehensive regulatory compliance audit of a major energy infrastructure operation in Queensland, Australia.

The audit will encompass a Major Hazard Facility (MHF), approximately 450 km of pipeline infrastructure, and environmental obligations under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act).

The successful candidate must have demonstrated experience conducting complex regulatory compliance audits within the Australian oil and gas sector and must hold, or be eligible to obtain, the necessary approvals or acceptance from the relevant Queensland Government authorities, including the Office of the Coordinator-General where applicable.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct an independent compliance audit of the Major Hazard Facility, including applicable safety management systems, operational controls and regulatory obligations.
- Assess compliance across approximately 450 km of pipeline infrastructure, including applicable pipeline safety, integrity management, operational and maintenance requirements.
- Review compliance with relevant EPBC Act approval conditions and environmental management obligations.
- Assess compliance with applicable Queensland Government approvals, Coordinator-General conditions and relevant legislation.




- Identify regulatory non-compliances, operational deficiencies, environmental risks and opportunities for corrective action.
- Review supporting records, inspection reports, management systems and compliance evidence.
- Prepare a comprehensive, evidence-based independent audit report suitable for submission to relevant regulatory authorities.

Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Extensive experience in oil and gas regulatory compliance auditing within Australia.
- Demonstrated expertise in Major Hazard Facility safety and compliance requirements.
- Proven experience auditing long-distance gas or petroleum pipeline infrastructure.
- Solid knowledge of the EPBC Act and environmental approval compliance obligations.
- Familiarity with Queensland's regulatory framework and Coordinator-General approval conditions.
- Relevant skilled qualifications, audit credentials and technical expertise.
- Ability to demonstrate independence and satisfy any applicable government auditor approval requirements.

Application RequirementsInterested candidates should provide:
1. A professional CV and relevant qualifications, including at least a Master's in Engineering.
2. Evidence of Queensland Government approval, accreditation or eligibility, where applicable.
3. Previous experience auditing Major Hazard Facilities and pipeline infrastructure (Min 12 years).
4. Experience conducting EPBC Act compliance audits (have completed at least 3 EPBC Audits as Lead Auditor).
5. Availability, proposed audit methodology and indicative consultancy fees.

We are seeking a senior specialist with substantial oil and gas regulatory audit experience, not a general financial or commercial auditor.

📌 Queensland Government Approved Independent Auditor (Brisbane City)
🏢 HSE Energy u0026 Risk Australasia
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