Intermediate Risk Engineer

Requisition ID: 100231 

Job Category: Project Controls 

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Our Project Delivery Group (PDG) is a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Risk Intermediate to join our team in Brisbane. As a key member of the team, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to developing your capabilities in risk management within a dynamic project environment. This role presents an exciting opportunity for early-career engineers to broaden their experience by supporting senior risk professionals across a portfolio of major projects and strategic initiatives.Through your initiative, collaboration, and analytical mindset, you will help ensure that risks are effectively understood, communicated, and managed to support successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project risk management frameworks and policies.
• Develop effective relationships with clients, Engagement Managers, Business Directors and engagement teams
• Assisting our Senior Technical risk facilitators to Develops deliverables for technical  risk workshops and hazard studies (i.e. HAZOPs); with an initial focus on scribing and documenting workshop outputs.
• Assists project teams maintain risk registers including: periodically re-evaluate risks for their continued relevance, true priority, anticipated effectiveness of the proposed risk treatment plans and validity of documented trigger event;
• Develop profiency  in Hatch’s IPAS RM risk management database to ensure effective and accurate reporting across the business
• Assist the AUA Regional lead with training and upskilling project teams in the areas of Project and technical risk ;
• Contributes to fostering a knowledge sharing culture by actively participating in the risk knowledge networks and collaborative forums.

You bring to the role

• A strong academic foundation in engineering or project controls, supported by tertiary qualifications in risk management, finance, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Practical exposure to project-level risk assessments, with familiarity in risk analysis tools such as PHA-Pro considered advantageous.
• A clear ambition to develop into a fully independent technical risk facilitator, with a focus on HAZID, HAZOP, and LOPA methodologies.
• Demonstrated capability in data analytics and visualisation, particularly using tools such as Power BI to support risk-informed decision-making.
• Over five years of experience within the engineering or construction industry, providing a solid understanding of project environments and associated risks.
• Working knowledge of international risk management standards, including ISO 31000, ISO 31010, and IEC 62198.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive mindset, with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and contribute effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flat and connected organisation 
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a flexible workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request.