Intern Placement

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