IOP Planner

About the Role

This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and integrating shutdown and operational activities for the Trion Project. The position ensures safe and efficient execution of shutdown events while aligning maintenance, operations, and project plans through Integrated Operations Planning (IOP). The role works closely with operations, maintenance, schedulers, and vendors to optimize resource utilization, minimize downtime, and support overall facility readiness and uptime.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop detailed shutdown schedules, work scopes, and resource plans to support maintenance and project execution.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful shutdown delivery.
• Identify, track, and manage materials, equipment, and services required for shutdown execution.
• Participate in and support risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor shutdown progress and resolve issues impacting execution or schedule adherence.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards throughout all activities.
• Communicate shutdown status, risks, and performance updates to stakeholders.
• Manage and maintain the Integrated Operations Plan (IOP) across 1–12‑week execution windows.
• Ensure all activities align with planning windows, milestones, and tollgate requirements.
• Chair bi‑weekly IOP review meetings with key stakeholders.
• Maintain and distribute weekly shutdown activity lists, including event planning buckets.
• Maintain a 2‑year forward‑looking integrated plan for maintenance and project work.
• Facilitate quarterly look‑ahead planning (3–12 months).
• Integrate operational, maintenance, and project plans to:
  • Improve decision‑making through cross‑functional visibility.
  • Enhance communication and alignment between teams.
  • Optimize resource utilization and minimize conflicts.
  • Increase responsiveness to operational changes and emerging risks.
• Document shutdown performance, including KPIs, lessons learned, and post‑shutdown reports.
• Support continuous improvement of planning processes and execution performance.

Strengths

• Strong planning, coordination, and execution discipline in complex operational environments.
• Ability to integrate multiple plans across operations, maintenance, and project teams.
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder alignment capability.
• Ability to identify risks early and implement practical mitigation strategies.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with focus on execution delivery.
• Ability to influence cross‑functional teams and drive alignment.
• Experience working in integrated planning environments and digital tools (e.g., SAP, planning systems).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, or related discipline preferred.
• Experience in oil & gas operations, maintenance planning, or shutdown execution.
• Knowledge of shutdown/start‑up processes and isolation philosophies.
• Understanding safety case requirements, performance standards, and environmental procedures.
• Planning and scheduling experience (P6 preferred).
• Offshore or commissioning experience highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of integrated operations planning and maintenance workflows.

Proficiency in English is preferred.

Resumes are required to be submitted in English.

Role Location: Tampico, Mexico

Recognition and Reward

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on‑the‑job opportunities, formal programs and coaching.
• Industry‑leading 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements).
• Values led culture with a focus on creating a psychologically and physically safe work environment.
• Active employee‑led working groups driving initiatives to build an inclusive culture.
• Community volunteering opportunities.
• Relocation assistance (if required).
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance‑based incentives.

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high‑performing workforce.

Diversity encompasses various differences, including but not limited to differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of respect, trust and belonging, where people feel enabled to be their best and authentic version of themself.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part‑time opportunities.