Don’t come for an easy career. Stay for a rewarding one.
At Santos, we do work that matters and always have. When you join us, so will you.
As a global energy company, we’re committed to providing reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone.
To make it happen, we work as One Team and ask ourselves, “How can we?” (Even when others say, “We can’t.”)
We’re proud of our history as pioneers, problem-solvers, and pragmatists. And as we strive to achieve our Vision2040, we’ve got our sights set on a culture that is focussed and disciplined to drive value, and entrepreneurial and energised to leave a positive legacy.
The difference isn’t just thinking big – it’s delivering on it too.
As part of the team, you’ll tackle one of the most complex problems of our time. It’s no easy task, but nothing rewarding ever is.
What you’ll do:
Santos is seeking a Corporate Assistant to provide comprehensive secretarial support to the Upstream Oil & Gas senior management team, enabling them to optimise their work style and outcomes.
This position is offered initially on a 12-month max term basis.
Key accountabilities include:
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Be the key contact for the senior leadership team on administrative issues.
- Manage calendar and address conflicts within the Leader’s schedule; respond and organise meetings and book video conferences and meetings as required
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Arrange international and domestic travel, visas, and accommodation, car and conference bookings as required with approved Santos processes and systems.
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Provide agendas and minutes for appropriate meetings; Draft, edit and format weekly and fortnightly briefs and ensure timely delivery of reporting requirements.
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Respond to general queries in a timely and efficient manner.
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Assist in the preparing, formatting and sharing of presentations and documents, ensuring standard formats are followed.
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Process invoice payments in a timely manner via the Coupa financial system.
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Ensure corporate credit card expenses are reconciled in a timely manner via Coupa.
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Assist in the management, planning, logistics and administration of events such as team Town Halls, off-sites and business meetings.
What you’ll bring:
As a motivated and experienced corporate administration professional, you will have meticulous attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a commitment to supporting Santos’ objectives, culture and values, as well as:
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Previous secretarial experience supporting multiple senior stakeholders within a corporate environment
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Advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook; Word, PowerPoint; Excel, Teams, Skype etc.
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Ideally experience with Coupa, SuccessFactors, and SharePoint.
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Experience in event management, travel booking and calendar management
- Proactive and flexible with a bias for action
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Ability to show discretion with highly sensitive information.
Candidates with prior experience working in oil and gas or engineering industries highly regarded
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What you’ll get:
Here, you’ll be amongst high-calibre people and get to work on industry-leading projects. We don’t shy away from solving tough problems at pace. We like it that way. You can expect to be challenged and supported; to learn and grow.
At Santos, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. This means a place that is safe; where you are valued and respected, and your contribution is recognised and appreciated. Join us, and you’ll play a role in this too.
Each of our sites offer access to specific amenities that aim to create the best possible benefits to your health, wellbeing and performance. In Brisbane this includes Onsite Gym facilities, Onsite GP services and many more employee benefits
What you’re part of:
Everywhere you turn you will be a part of a team who are coming together to contribute to our single uniting purpose - to provide reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone
And because it’s not only what you do, but how you do it, you will also contribute to improving the living standards of the communities where we operate, building enduring and respectful relationships that serve a generation. It’s about each of us, and all of us – together.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted via the online recruitment system before COB 31 August 2026.
A requirement of this role is that you will need to have in place the legal work rights for Australia to apply.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Santos acknowledges that we operate on the traditional lands of Aboriginal people. We recognise the traditional rights to maintain the culture, identities, traditions, and customs on their country. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our ongoing success.
We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us different.
Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander jobseekers are strongly encouraged to apply.
