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Repsol is hiring an Aviation Advisor to support global Exploration & Production (E&P) operations to be based in Houston TX

Business Unit: ESG / E&P
Location: Houston TX
Schedule: Office-based (hybrid) with significant travel
Travel: Up to 50% global travel
Reports To: ESG / HSE Leadership

Position Summary

The Aviation Advisor plays a critical role in supporting Repsols global E&P operations by managing aviation-related risks associated with contractor-operated aircraft and aviation services. As aviation is classified as a Major Accident Hazard this role is responsible for ensuring that aviation activities across business units assets and projects are conducted safely in compliance with company standards and aligned with regulatory and industry requirements. The Aviation Advisor provides subject matter expertise in aviation risk management contractor oversight safety assurance and aviation technical support for logistics and procurement activities. The role partners closely with global business units HSE teams and contractors to strengthen aviation safety performance standardization and continuous improvement across diverse operating environments. Success in this role means reducing aviation risk exposure strengthening contractor oversight and enabling safe and efficient aviation operations across Repsols global portfolio.

Role Focus

• Aviation risk management and contractor oversight

• Global safety assurance audits and incident investigation

• Technical advisory support for aviation logistics and procurement

• Cross-business unit standardization and best practice sharing

• Strategic improvement of aviation safety performance

• Global collaboration across diverse environments

Key Responsibilities

Aviation Risk Management & Safety Oversight

• Classify aviation contracts and define technical and HSE requirements

• Monitor contractor safety performance using KPIs

• Conduct aviation safety audits and oversee third-party providers

• Serve as SME in incident investigations and risk assessments

• Assess risks for non-compliant aviation services and communicate to management

• Perform assurance activities to evaluate compliance with aviation procedures

• Develop strategies to improve aviation safety performance

• Share lessons learned and best practices

Aviation Technical Support Logistics & Procurement

• Provide technical expertise for aviation service procurement and contract reviews

• Participate in technical evaluations and advise on regulatory requirements

• Assess aviation infrastructure such as helipads and airstrips

• Advise on helicopter and offshore aviation operations

• Support aircraft selection performance optimization and efficiency

• Support logistics teams with aviation-related decisions

Global Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with global business units and contractors to manage aviation risks

• Support training and capability development initiatives

• Promote consistent standards and best practices

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Full U.S. work authorization without restrictions conditions or current/future sponsorship.

• University degree in Aviation Engineering or related field

• Helicopter pilot license required

• Training in aviation accident investigation and human factors

• 5 years commercial helicopter pilot or helicopter mechanic experience

• 5 years aviation safety experience

• 5 years Oil & Gas experience including offshore

• Experience across diverse operating environments

• Familiarity with aviation standards (OGP HAC HSAC)

Key Competencies

• Aviation safety and risk management expertise

• Analytical thinking and sound judgment

• Stakeholder management and influencing skills

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to deliver training and technical guidance

• Collaborative mindset in multicultural environments

Working Conditions

• Office-based with hybrid flexibility

• Significant international travel required

• Exposure to global field environments

Repsol is an Equal Opportunity Employer Gender/Disability/Ethnicity/Veteran