Australia’s major marine oil spill response and training provider.
The Australian Marine Oil Spill Centre (AMOSC) is Australia’s leading oil spill response agency.
As a for-purpose organisation, we provide competitive and effective preparedness and response services for our members and National Plan stakeholders, grounded in a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental protection. At AMOSC, the well-being of people and the environment is our top priority.
AMOSPlan
Operation Under AMOSPlan: A Nationally Integrated Response Framework.
AMOSC functions under the AMOSPlan, which outlines cooperative agreements for all AMOSC members and illustrates how the industry integrates in Australia’s National Plan for Maritime Environmental Emergencies.
We work in partnership with the Australian petroleum & energy industries.
Training
Australia’s preferred industry training provider.
AMOSC is Australia’s preferred oil spill response training provider. We offer internationally accredited courses focused on competency-based learning, specifically tailored to meet the demands of Australia’s maritime and regulatory environment. Our training ensures that members are well-prepared for any oil spill incident.
We offer comprehensive training services addressing a wide range of preparedness and response needs, delivered by experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of practical and regulatory requirements.
Our services
Comprehensive preparedness and response services.
AMOSC has been a trusted partner for the Australian petroleum industry for decades, providing expertise in all aspects of spill preparedness and response. Our services align with:
- The Australian National Plan
- Requirements of Offshore and Shipping Regulators
- State Regulatory Authorities
We ensure that our members receive the support they need to meet their environmental obligations related to marine oil spills.
Preparedness Planning
Our team works closely with organisation to help develop effective spill preparedness plans, including:
- Oil Pollution Emergency Plan (OPEP) Development and Reviews
- Risk Assessment & Oil Spill Response 101 Workshops
- Development of Tactical Response Plans
Bespoke Training
AMOSC offers customised training solutions designed to enhance the effectiveness of your organisation’s spill preparedness and response capabilities. Our tailored training programs align with your operations, personnel roles, and existing Oil Pollution Emergency Plans (OPEPs).
Key features of our bespoke training include:
- On-site Delivery
- Enhanced Role Familiarity & Team Performance
- Improved Understanding of Company Resources
Assurance
AMOSC acknowledges the increasing need for assurance across the petroleum & energy industries, particularly in demonstrating readiness and resilience to spill preparedness and response efforts.
Our commitment to our members includes ensuring key operational areas such as:
- Equipment Operability
- Personnel Availability
- Programmed Testing of Capacity & Capability
Exercising
AMOSC can provide quality service in all aspects of offshore and near shore exercises.
- Exercising of a member Oil Pollution Emergency Plan
- Operational deployments
- Exercising site specific Tactical Response Plans
Equipment Operations and Maintenance
AMOSC supports our member companies with organisation and maintenance of their equipment stockpiles ensuring consistency and quality around equipment operability and scheduled maintenance.
- Equipment review and assessment
- Commissioning
- On-going maintenance and database management
- Storage
Equipment Hire
In cases of individual company requirements, specialised and selective equipment can be hired for short term operations on application to AMOSC.
Dispersant stockpile maintenance
AMOSC is available on application for services and consultation on all aspects of dispersant stockpile maintenance programs including;
- Storage
- Inspection and tagging
- Sampling and testing
- Interpretation of results
AMOSC Executive Team
AMOSC executive team.
AMOSC’s Executive Leadership Team (ELT) comprises the CEO, General Manager Capability Building & Projects, Manager Operations, and Manager Business Services. The ELT’s experience includes refinery facility operations, marine environmental science, state & commonwealth policy & programme administration, and emergency services.
Chief Executive Officer
Phillip Starkins
Phillip Starkins joined the Australian Marine Oil Spill Centre in 2012, and was appointed as Chief Executive Officer in February 2023.
General Manager, Capability Building & Projects
Jessica Miller
Jessica is General Manager, Capability Building & Projects for the Australian Marine Oil Spill Centre (AMOSC), having joined in 2011.
Manager, Operations
Nathan Young
Nathan Young is the Manager Operations having joined AMOSC in early 2013 after 10 years experience in the oil industry.
Manager Business Services
Joanne Taylor
Joanne Taylor joined the Australian Marine Oil Spill Centre in 2024 as Manager Business Services.