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Intern Placement at PETRONAS in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Skills
Job Description
To support the PETRONAS Gas Business in implementing Nature & Biodiversity management initiatives, including Biodiversity & Ecosystem Services Risk Assessment (BESRA), ecological sensitivity screening, data management, and reporting, in alignment with PETRONAS HSE, ESG, and sustainability commitments.
JOB DESCRIPTION: INTERN – NATURE & BIODIVERSITY (GAS & MARITIME BUSINESS)
Business Unit: PETRONAS Gas & Maritime Business Function: Gas HSE + S / Sustainability Reporting to: Nature & Biodiversity Manager / Senior Manager Sustainability Duration: Internship (e.g. 6–12 months)
Role Purpose
To support the PETRONAS Gas Business in implementing Nature & Biodiversity management initiatives, including Biodiversity & Ecosystem Services Risk Assessment (BESRA), ecological sensitivity screening, data management, and reporting, in alignment with PETRONAS HSE, ESG, and sustainability commitments.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Nature & Biodiversity activities for Gas & Maritime Business operations and projects
- Assist in ecological sensitivity screening using tools such as Integrated Biodiversity Assessment Tool (IBAT), including identification of Protected Areas (PA), Key Biodiversity Areas (KBA), and UNESCO sites
- Assist in compilation and review of biodiversity baseline data, survey findings, and supporting documentation
- Assist in preparation of reports, presentations, dashboards, and audit evidence for internal and external requirements
- Support integration of biodiversity and ecosystem services considerations into operational and project decision-making
- Assist in coordination with Operating Units (OPUs), Gas HSE, and relevant stakeholders on biodiversity-related matters
- Support awareness, engagement, and capability-building initiatives related to nature and biodiversity within Gas & Maritime Business
- Perform other tasks related to Nature & Biodiversity management as assigned
Requirements / Qualifications
- Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biodiversity, Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, or related disciplines
- Basic understanding of biodiversity, ecosystem services, and environmental risk management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Power BI (advantage)
- Good communication, coordination, and documentation skills
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a corporate environment
Behavioural Attributes
- Demonstrates Integrity, Professionalism, and Respect
- Proactive, disciplined, and responsible
- Strong interest in nature conservation and sustainable development