Job Description Join Lochard Energy at a pivotal time of growth as we commence work on the initial phase of a large-scale Gas-Powered Generation (GPG) project in Victoria. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in developing a major energy infrastructure project, working across the project team to support the development of the project from concept through to execution.

About The Role As Project Engineer, you will support the Project Development Manager and other team leads to shape and develop the project in accordance with Lochard’s gated delivery model through the development phases, to Final Investment Decision (FID) and into execution. This role is central to enabling disciplined project delivery. You will coordinate actions and facilitate activities across engineering, approvals, finance, and project control workstreams. You will also support core project management processes including risk and issue management, change management and project reporting, and contribute to the development of key project plans.

Skills

5–10 years’ experience in project engineering or project delivery within energy, infrastructure or process industries

Strong understanding of major project development and gated delivery frameworks

Experience managing risk, project change, interfaces and project governance processes

Ability to coordinate across technical, commercial, legal, approvals and stakeholder functions

Robust communication and stakeholder engagement skills

High attention to detail with well-developed analytical and problem-solving capability

Proficiency in project systems and tools, with strong MS Office skills and exposure to Power BI highly regarded

Degree in Engineering (process,



electrical or mechanical or similar)

Job Responsibilities

Support coordination of project activities across engineering, approvals, finance, legal and construction workstreams

Maintain and manage core project registers, including risk, technical queries and decision records

Support the development and implementation of key project plans, including the Project Execution Plan, Risk Management Plan and Interface Plan

Maintain the Project Risk Register as a living document, including tracking agreed actions to close out and escalating where necessary within the project organisation

Support the Project Delivery Manager and Project Controls Team with change management including documenting and assessing the impact of project change

Contribute to project reporting, governance activities and assurance reviews

Support in the provision of technical information for project financing activities

Assist in the preparation for stage gate reviews and major investment decisions

Support stakeholder engagement activities, including regulators, community and First Nations stakeholders

Review technical and consultant documentation to ensure quality and alignment with project requirements

Job Benefits

The opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure projects critical to Australia’s energy transition

A growing organisation where you can make a visible and meaningful impact

A culture built on collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement

Versatile hybrid working based in Southbank, Melbourne

Interested to know more? If you’re ready to play a key role in delivering major energy infrastructure, apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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