Leadership Transition at Woodside Energy#
Woodside Energy has officially appointed Liz Westcott as its chief executive officer (CEO) and managing director. This announcement comes after she served as the acting CEO since December 2025, following the departure of former CEO Meg O’Neill. Westcott's appointment marks a significant leadership transition for the company.
Liz Westcott's Background#
Westcott joined Woodside in 2023 and has been instrumental in managing its Australian operations. One of her key responsibilities included overseeing the Scarborough Energy Project, a major initiative for the company. Before her time at Woodside, she was the chief operating officer at EnergyAustralia and has an extensive background with ExxonMobil, where she worked for 25 years in various roles across Australia, the United Kingdom, and Italy.
Future Outlook#
Chairman Richard Goyder expressed confidence in Westcott's leadership abilities and industry experience. He emphasized that her background positions her well to navigate the company through a period of increasing global energy demand, highlighting the importance of strong leadership in the evolving energy landscape.