Asset Strategy & Safety Engineer

Who we are

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages distribution networks, transmission pipelines and storage capacity. AGIG recently grew to over 1300 employees.  We also manage a large contractor workforce, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG’s gas distribution networks.

Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future.  Our Net Zero goal and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing commitment to a sustainable energy future. We know that to deliver our net zero goal in a timely, affordable and reliable way for all customers, a diverse range of energy supply is needed. We will continue to work with customers and stakeholders to deliver and develop the energy infrastructure solutions essential to lowering emissions – including through natural gas, renewable gas and carbon capture and sequestration solutions.

About the opportunity

AGIG has an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Asset Strategy and Safety Engineer to join our Infrastructure Asset Management team.

Reporting to the Head of Transmission Asset Strategy, this role plays a key part in the implementation and continuous improvement of AGIG’s asset management and technical regulatory frameworks. You will contribute to the safe, reliable and compliant operation of all assets across AGIG’s gas infrastructure portfolio, including mid‑stream and emerging hydrogen assets.

Primarily based in the Perth CBD office, with some travel required.

Key Responsibilities

• Asset Management – Support the development, updating and improvement of the Asset Management Plans (AMPs) and associated strategy documents to ensure safe, reliable, efficient and compliant operation for the whole lifecycle of the assets.  A key role is the management and prioritisation of Stay in Business (capital and replacement) programs that align with AMP and approved Access Arrangement.
• Process Safety – Lead the conduct of formal safety assessment and reviews as well as facilitation of safety study workshops, as required.  Safety Critical Element (SCE) assurance requires verification of SCE and related tasks in CMMS and validation of performance standards.
• Technical Regulation – Manage the monitoring and ongoing improvement of technical regulatory compliance performance for all gas transmission and up/mid-stream assets.
• Subject Matter Expert – Provision of expert advice on technical safety and risk assessments. 
• Adhere to the AGIG Zero Harm Principles, Stop Work Authority and HSE Policies

About you

• Tertiary Engineering qualification – mechanical or chemical engineering preferable
• Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation and mediation skills to enable consultation with and influencing internal stakeholders, regulators and other government agencies
• Knowledge and experience in asset management in gas transmission or similar industry
• Experience in the application of the safety case approach in managing asset integrity, process safety and HSE in the planning, construction, operation and maintenance of gas processing and/or gas transmission systems with a broad exposure to relevant regulations, codes and standards
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships and work as a team player

What we offer

• We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in 2025-2026. Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard and respected.
• AGIG is proudly recognised by WORK180 as a committed and supportive employer of choice for women, reflecting our dedication to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
• Dive into a culture that supports the community through the Community Partnerships Program: with 2 paid volunteer leave days across the year, join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and collectively raised more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program.
• Bonus incentive program
• A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and the option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer 
• Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth
• Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program and annual flu vaccinations.
• Join in on social activities through our AGIG Social Club,
• Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company
• Salary Continuance Insurance

AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency. A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG’s values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.

Interested in this opportunity but are unsure of meeting all the requirements? If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply - your unique skills and experience could be exactly what we need!

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police check and a pre-employment medical.

Applications Close: 4.00pm, 12 June 2026.