About us
At Altrad, your growth fuels our success.
We are a trusted provider of specialist construction, maintenance, and integrated industrial solutins across Australia, partnering with major clients in energy, resources, utilities, and defence.
We go beyond building and maintaining assets, we create Impact that Matters. Every day, our people contribute to safer workplaces, stronger communities, and a more sustainable future.
As part of the global Altrad Group, with over 65,000 people across 50+ countries, you'll join a network that's connected by purpose, driven by innovation, and united by our shared values of Solidarity, Respect, Humility, Conviviality, and Courage.
About the opportunity
Altrad are seeking an experienced Insulation Lead for a major oil & gas project in Darwin. This Darwin-based role is open to locals or those considering permanent relocation to the region and offers a Monday–Friday schedule, with opportunities for weekend work during the dry season. You will lead insulation teams and coordinate the delivery of coating and insulation scopes, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.
This is a chance to be part of a global organisation that invests in its people and empowers you to make an impact that truly matters. You'll work alongside a highly capable team, contributing to projects that shape industries, support communities, and create lasting value for our clients.
In this role, you will:
* Lead and drive the safe execution of insulation scopes of work and actively participate in pre-starts, HSE meetings and regular safety interactions.
* Manage and coordinate insulation discipline supervisors and workforce resources to ensure works are delivered efficiently, safely and in line with project priorities and schedules.
* Interface closely with clients, contractors, planners and schedulers to maintain a clear understanding of insulation activities, manage simultaneous operations and respond effectively to changing site demands.
* Oversee insulation fabrication, material availability, plant, equipment and tooling requirements, ensuring readiness across onsite and offsite activities.
* Drive productivity and efficiency through effective manning strategies, forward planning of rosters, and proactive management of workfronts and interfaces.
* Monitor progress and performance through regular meetings and review of project controls reports, enabling informed decision-making and continuous improvement across safety, quality and delivery.
Whether you're leading on-site delivery or supporting strategic planning from head office, this is an opportunity to grow your career, enhance your expertise, and contribute to projects that make a real difference - all within an organisation that's serious about supporting your success.
About you
You're a hands-on, safety-focused leader who excels at guiding insulation teams and delivering high-quality outcomes on complex projects.
* Minimum 10 years' insulation experience, with a strong background in the energy, mining and/or construction sectors and hands-on site experience coordinating and executing scopes of work.
* Proven capability in scope execution management, including analysing and working to complex schedules within an engineering or contracting environment.
* Demonstrated leadership experience in a similar role, with the ability to work proactively, both independently and within a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team.
* Strong technical and systems capability, including experience with Navisworks (desirable), intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint, and a high level of analytical skill and attention to detail.
* Highly articulate with well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, able to meet tight deadlines and adapt to a broad range of on-site and off-site tasks as required.
Why join Altrad?
At Altrad,
Your Growth, Your Contribution, Our Commitment
is more than a promise, it's the way we work.
We're proud to invest in your career, wellbeing, and future through meaningful benefits that support every stage of life:
* : Structured career and leadership pathways designed to help you learn, lead, and succeed.
* Exclusive Benefits App: Access discounts on gyms, travel, wellbeing, and lifestyle partners to make life outside of work more rewarding.
* Financial Flexibility: Enjoy novated leasing options and corporate health insurance discounts that give you more choice and control.
* Balance That Works: Inclusive and flexible work arrangements that recognise the importance of family, community, and life beyond work.
* Real Support When It Matters: Paid Domestic and Family Violence Leave, ensuring our people have the time, safety, and care they need during life's most difficult moments.
* Recognition That Inspires: Reward and recognition programs celebrating the people who make a difference every day.
* Wellbeing Gateway App: 24/7 access to meditation tools, self-guided learning, mental health and financial coaching, and confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
At Altrad, we don't just offer benefits, we create an environment where you can thrive, feel supported, and make an impact that truly matters.
Make your impact
Every role at Altrad contributes to something bigger. Join us to make a difference - supporting safer workplaces, advancing innovation, and shaping sustainable operations for our clients and communities.
Together We Are Team Altrad.
Our people reflect the diverse communities in which we live and work. At Altrad, inclusion goes beyond representation, it's about creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported to contribute their best.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people of all genders, abilities, ages, cultures, and identities, as well as those with intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics.
Please note: Only applicants with full work rights in Australia will be considered