Major Shutdown - Event Lead

• Lead major LNG shutdown and turnaround execution on high‑profile Santos GLNG assets

• Take single‑point accountability for shutdown safety, schedule and critical path delivery

• Join a Tier 1 contractor delivering complex oil & gas shutdowns in a safety‑critical environment

UGL delivers engineering, construction, maintenance and asset management services to the oil & gas, LNG, power, resources and defence sectors. As part of the CIMIC Group, UGL partners with major operators to deliver brownfield LNG shutdowns, turnarounds and major maintenance programs across Australia.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Major Shutdown Event Lead / Shutdown Manager to lead the execution of major LNG shutdowns and turnaround works at the Santos GLNG gas processing facility.

This role provides single‑point accountability for shutdown execution, leading integrated multi‑disciplinary teams across Operations, Maintenance, Projects, HSE, OEMs and specialist contractors. You will be responsible for delivering shutdown scope safely, on schedule and in line with approved cost, quality and productivity targets.

The role is offered on a fixed‑term contract and is based on Curtis Island, with full commitment required throughout shutdown preparation, execution and post‑shutdown stabilisation phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Shutdown Event Lead, taking full accountability for LNG shutdown and turnaround execution from site mobilisation to handover
• Lead multi‑disciplinary shutdown execution teams, including operations, maintenance, construction, OEMs and contractors
• Drive shutdown HSE performance in a safety‑critical LNG facility, enforcing PTW, SIMOPS, Life Saving Rules and fatigue management
• Manage brownfield and live‑plant interfaces, execution risks and constraints to protect critical path delivery
• Deliver work against rolling execution plans and look‑ahead schedules, ensuring labour, materials and equipment readiness
• Provide visible site leadership during shutdown execution, chairing daily safety, coordination and progress meetings
• Support shutdown cost control and contractor performance, including progress tracking, claims awareness and change management
• Mentor and coach supervisors to uplift shutdown execution discipline, productivity and leadership capability

About you

• Trade qualification in Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical or SMP, with extensive LNG or oil & gas shutdown experience
• Proven experience delivering major LNG shutdowns, turnarounds or major maintenance campaigns
• Strong understanding of brownfield oil & gas facilities and live‑asset operations
• Demonstrated capability in shutdown execution leadership, schedule control and critical path management
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6, SAP CMMS and Microsoft Office
• Strong commercial awareness across contractor performance, variations and claims
• Decisive, resilient leader capable of operating in a high‑pressure shutdown environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead diverse stakeholder groups on site

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead high‑profile LNG shutdowns and turnarounds on a flagship operating asset
• Exposure to Tier 1 shutdown delivery standards within the CIMIC Group
• Career development pathways across UGL and CIMIC Group businesses
• Competitive package aligned to shutdown responsibility and execution demands
• Safety‑focused, performance‑driven project culture

About UGL

UGL is part of the CIMIC Group, operating across Australia and New Zealand. We value diversity, inclusion and collaboration and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.

UGL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, mature‑aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

How to apply

If you are an experienced Shutdown Manager, Event Lead or Turnaround Lead looking to work on critical LNG shutdown projects, click Apply and follow the prompts. All applications will be reviewed and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please note: Pre‑employment screening will be conducted, including right‑to‑work verification, reference checks, national criminal history check, and pre‑employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening).