Senior Applications Technical Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 6, 2026. Worley scores B on the Alion truth index.
About us
Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
Purpose : Optimize project delivery through its lifecycle, provide system implementation planning, project and user set-up, configuration and training for Materials Management System on all projects. Assist with input to the development and maintenance of the system standard build, application security, documentation, reporting, systems integrations, and participate in new release testing and rollout.
The Role
As a Senior Applications Technical Specialist with Worley, you will work closely with our existing team to deliver projects for our clients while continuing to develop your skills and experience etc….
Project implementation
- Participate in project discussions, investigate and understand project requirements, and take the lead with the development and adherence to the Project Information Management Plan. Revise the plan as needed when changes occur that affect the use of
Materials Management related activities.
- Deliver presentations to the project team as required.
- Develop training schedules and deliver required training.
- Maintain a strong working relationship and rapport with projects to ensure objectives are being met and solutions applied are effective.
- Participate in project discussions, investigate and understand project requirements, and take the lead with the development and adherence to the Project Information Management Plan. Revise the plan as needed when changes occur that affect the use of
Project and User Support
- Provide system support to projects and users at 2nd and 3rd tier levels using Service Now.
- Proactively seek out ways to help projects and users maximize efficiency using Materials Management System
- Monitor the use of System to ensure compliance with global standards and that each function’s activities support the next, and ultimately support the required and effective use of Materials Management system at all project locations (including site offices).
- Support integration development / bug resolution
- Perform system health checks throughout the project lifecycle and close out projects with lessons learned.
- Work with system vendor to ensure continuous optimum availability of the system
Additional Responsibilities:
Documentation
- Develop and maintain User Guides.
- Develop and maintain Reports Guides.
- Support development of Functional Specification
Standard Build and Customizations
- Maintain application security roles and enforce and monitor separation of duties on role assignment to users.
- Develop and maintain the global project configuration to ensure standard usage. Review project system health checks and lessons learned and adjust standard configuration as appropriate to make improvements or resolve issues.
- Support maintenance of in-house developed suite of reports by gathering requirements, writing specifications, and managing development and UAT of report changes
- Maintain and support system integrations with internal and external systems.
- Liaise with software vendor for issue reporting and resolution
New Release Testing and Implementation
- Test all modules/functions used in the global standard configuration.
- Ensure projects will not be negatively impacted by the upgrade.
- Report issues to vendor for resolution as needed - expedite solutions.
- Plan and support production rollout.
- Communicate changes to the users.
- Monitor success post rollout - manage issues.
Systems Knowledge and Continuous Improvement
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of Materials Management System in all modules and associated work processes.
- Maintain a high level of understanding of functional work processes and procedures, overall EPC business, and project execution
- Investigate ways to improve productivity, efficiency, or information availability and visibility for projects through reports / dashboards
Collaboration with the business
- Regular meetings with the Locations Functional representatives for Materials Management Systems in the specific region
- Coordinate in-house education, promotion and awareness programs for project staff and business unit managers
Input to proposals and presentations with respect to our integrated execution capabilities at Worley.
About You
To be considered for this role it is envisaged you will possess the following attributes:
Job Specific skills
- 5+ years’ experience with Materials Management systems usage, support, administration, and configuration preferably AVEVA ERM
- Comprehensive understanding of Materials Management principles.
- Strong overall understanding of project requirements, deliverables and workflows.
- Ability to effectively deliver presentations to both internal and external stakeholders.
Industry Specific Experience:
10+ years of Materials Management experience; preferably in MTO, Engineering requisitions, Supply Chain and Site Materials Management for EPC projects.
Education
A recognised degree or equivalent qualification/experience.
IT Skills:
- Proficient in MS Office applications.
- General knowledge of systems (operting systems, software installation, and configurations).
Soft Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, detail oriented, self-motivated, and efficient.
- Ability to apply intelligence and knowledge to problem solving and meet deadlines.
- Be able to coordinate work with other offices.
- Be a team player and able to work effectively in a virtual team.
- Be service oriented.
- Be proactive - not reactive
Other Qualifications:
Job Specific skills
- 5+ years’ experience with Materials Management systems usage, support, administration, and configuration preferably AVEVA ERM
- Comprehensive understanding of Materials Management principles.
- Strong overall understanding of project requirements, deliverables and workflows.
- Ability to effectively deliver presentations to both internal and external stakeholders.
Industry Specific Experience:
10+ years of Materials Management experience; preferably in MTO, Engineering requisitions, Supply Chain and Site Materials Management for EPC projects.
Education
A recognised degree or equivalent qualification/experience.
IT Skills:
- Proficient in MS Office applications.
- General knowledge of systems (operting systems, software installation, and configurations).
Moving forward together
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.
And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.