Location: Darwin LNG
Contract Duration: 12 months (starting January 2026)
Hours: 8 hours per day

Primary Objective

The Senior Process Engineer will provide technical expertise and leadership in process engineering to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient LNG plant operations. This role involves supporting ongoing operations, troubleshooting process issues, optimizing plant performance, and contributing to improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

Process Engineering Support

Deliver technical support for LNG plant operations, including troubleshooting and optimization. Review and endorse process design changes, ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Develop and maintain process documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, operating philosophies).

Safety & Compliance

Ensure all activities comply with HSE standards and regulatory requirements. Participate in hazard identification, risk assessments, and safety reviews (HAZOP, LOPA). Support process safety initiatives and maintain integrity of safety-critical systems.

Performance Optimization

Identify and implement opportunities for energy efficiency and production improvement. Analyze plant data to recommend operational adjustments for optimal performance.

Project & Change Management

Provide process engineering input to plant modifications and capital projects. Ensure changes follow controlled management of change (MoC) procedures.

Collaboration & Leadership

Work closely with operations, maintenance, and other engineering disciplines. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Process Engineering. Minimum 10 years’ experience in process engineering within LNG or hydrocarbon processing facilities. Strong understanding of LNG processes, cryogenic systems, and gas treatment. Familiarity with Australian regulatory requirements and international standards. Experience in process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS) and data analysis. Skills & Attributes Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and manage priorities effectively. Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.