Lidiar Group works with infrastructure owners, developers, and contractors to tackle tough problems – practically and effectively. Whether embedded within your team or providing independent advice, we focus on delivering real value through deep engagement – we deliver perspective with action, no repetition.
We take ownership of our work and deliver reliable, safe, high-quality outcomes with pride and consistency.
We engage wholeheartedly in our clients’ success through transparent, principled collaboration and open challenge.
We innovate boldly, breaking through conventional barriers to deliver smart, effective solutions.
We ensure every client receives outstanding value through exceptional service that delivers results.
The Lidiar Group team comes together with a strong ethos for planning and strategy to deliver reliable and consistent success.
Lidiar Group’s team consists of seasoned industry professionals, who are experienced in the sectors in which we operate. Our Partners, Senior Associates and Associates are deployed on our projects, dependant on their competency, to provide our full range of specialised capabilities.
Lidiar Group and its team maintain affiliations with the following industry organisations
Darren brings over 20 years’ experience in technical, performance-driven project management with a current, proven track record in strategically planning for, and delivering, project development solutions for specialist services to Australia’s public sector as well as bluechip energy, mining and infrastructure clients. Darren is engaged in his areas of expertise and is an active participant in numerous key industry organisations. Darren has delivered construction projects in the renewable energy, oil and gas, water, wastewater, building and transport infrastructure construction sectors as Project Director, Joint Venture Manager, Project Manager and Commercial Manager. He has strong communication skills able to be applied at various levels and is a proficient stakeholder management specialist. Darren has held principal responsibility for tendering and proposal activities across a broad range of services: operations and maintenance, steel fabrication, drilling and well servicing, water and wastewater construction, civil construction, mining services, telecommunications construction and oil, gas and energy construction.
Niall is a talented, resourceful and versatile construction professional commanding 26 years of progressive success in energy, resources and manufacturing infrastructure projects. Niall has a proven ability to lead, plan and manage large teams delivering projects from early development and engineering phases of a project’s lifecycle through to project execution and completion. He always provides the most efficient, practical solution for clients. Niall has a mature understanding of Project Management principles and an established past performance of applying a disciplined approach to the development, construction, and the ongoing management of large projects. In remote locations Niall has led large workforces to construct complex assignments, spanning wide geographic regions and piloted consistent and focused delivery.
Niall understands the importance of bringing total dedication, the highest standards and accountability to achieve quality outcomes for the benefit of all stakeholders. He has excellent communication skills and operates well across various levels, able to direct a blue-collar workforce and present and report at Board level. Niall’s experience in ASX listed companies demonstrates a capacity to operate in highly governed environments, whilst his involvement in smaller construction contractors exhibits that he is able to apply that structure in circumstances without it.
Lachlan is a results-oriented, highly productive project management professional with an ability to communicate on various levels whilst maintaining a strong and clear focus on client needs. Lachlan’s organised and methodical approach stems from his mechanical background and his ground-up understanding of successful major project execution. Lachlan’s project management capabilities have been honed by over 20 years of construction management and project management roles as a member of successful delivery teams on complex infrastructure projects.
He has an understanding of operating in brownfield as well as greenfield construction environments, with a genuine reputation for successful project delivery across the energy, oil and gas, water, resources and transportation sectors.
David has over 28 years’ experience in the development and delivery of major infrastructure projects, both in Australia and abroad. He draws from his extensive and diverse project track record to consult and guide his clients through complex infrastructure project developments. David is an experienced negotiator, having led numerous major project bids, balancing a managed risk profile in a competitive environment.
Through his expansive project involvement David has demonstrated his ability to strategically lead multi-disciplinary, complex teams and his high-level knowledge and understanding of the development and ongoing operation of multifaceted infrastructure projects. David is a leader in the advancement of public infrastructure projects and has a proven performance history of using his diverse capability and indepth, technical connection to projects and their complexities to develop and implement best practices in project management and delivery, from inception to completion. David has been a key player in the development and operation of various joint ventures and private and public partnerships, both here in Australia and around the world.
As a leader, David has chaired Early Contractor Involvement teams, building alliances which saw best value achieved for the client.
As head of Lidiar Group’s Health, Safety, Environmental and Community division, Julio works with our clients to understand their key workplace health and safety needs, identify issues, and provide actional and impactful solutions extending beyond the traditional health and safety consultancy model. With a strong educational background in clinical physiology and over ten years of practical experience, Julio’s praxis centres on the belief that improving health and safety in the workplace is key to improving employee engagement and driving productivity.
Julio offers 15 years of expertise in the strategic development, implementation and operationalising of health, safety and risk management systems and the establishing of holistic wellbeing and cultural transformation programs. He specialises in identifying and meeting the physical, psychological, social and mental health needs of workplaces to drive organisational capability, capacity and confidence.
With a track record of collaboration with medium to large-scale corporate, multisector clients nationwide and globally, Julio leads data-based, outcomes-focused health, safety and environmental solutions that utilise human-centred design and incorporate human factors, ergonomics, physical exercise, work/life integration, community connection, and the addressing of vicarious trauma and family and domestic violence.
Julio has led and supported programs in industries as diverse as Legal and Professional Services; Asset Management; FCMG; Local Government; Mining; Manufacturing; Retail and Health and Aged Care. An engaging people leader bringing an adaptable and multi-faceted approach, Julio offers new ideas and uses his influence to mitigate and resolve risks to the business and its people. He is able to bring both senior leadership and grassroots staff on the change journey to ensure a cohesive vision and alignment with both compliance and governance requirements and business objectives. He enables people at all levels of the organisation to thrive and achieve results.
Lara Lindsay is a highly motivated and accomplished Business Manager with over 20 years of experience delivering high-level support, coordination, and operations leadership across multiple industries. Lara leads Lidiar Group’s business management team and is responsible for the organisation’s day-to-day operations, encompassing accounts, administration, compliance, tendering, systems and processes, branding, and project support. Her contributions are integral to the seamless operation and professional delivery of services to Lidiar Group’s clients and stakeholders.
Lara brings a results-driven mindset and a strategic approach to business coordination. Known for her strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities, she excels in fast-paced environments where accuracy and timeliness are critical. Her capability to effectively oversee multiple concurrent projects while maintaining high standards of quality has contributed significantly to the success and growth of the organisation.
A skilled communicator and creative problem-solver, Lara also leads Lidiar Group’s branding and graphic design efforts, ensuring a consistent and professional visual identity across all platforms and client engagements. Her leadership is marked by integrity, precision, and a relentless commitment to operational excellence.
Albina is a passionate procurement professional with over 20 years of diverse experience across multiple industries and categories. Her impressive skill set spans procurement, production management, process development, operations, team leadership, and data management, empowering her to tackle complex challenges and craft innovative solutions in dynamic environments.
With a practical yet visionary approach, Albina is dedicated to quality and customer satisfaction, continually driving improvement. She skillfully connects stakeholders and teams to ensure commitments are met, serving as a bridge between the production floor and leadership. As a fantastic communicator, she makes complex processes understandable for users from all backgrounds, truly enhancing collaboration.
Above all, Albina prioritizes fostering a culture of safety and is committed to minimizing her organization’s environmental impact. Her enthusiasm and dedication make her a valuable asset to any team, inspiring those around her to strive for excellence and positive change.
Behshad is a highly organized and resourceful Project Planning & Control Specialist with 10 years’ experience in ensuring the successful planning, execution, and monitoring of projects in oil and gas industries as part of multi-disciplinary, integrated project teams. Leveraging a background in Industrial Engineering, advanced literacy in planning and scheduling software and a deep expertise in project management Behshad effectively establishes and maintains project control systems, including cost, schedule, and risk management to minimize cost and risk and maximise quality.
Productive, analytical and an excellent team player, Behshad is highly effective in planning works and monitoring operations, gaining trust at all levels, and brings a strong focus on continual learning to continue delivering safe, quality, time bound and cost-effective outcomes for stakeholders.
Bradley is a capable and driven mechanical engineer with a growing portfolio of experience in project engineering and consulting. He demonstrates a strong passion for sustainability and delivering engineering solutions in complex and challenging environments. Recognised for his proactive approach, effective communication, and responsiveness to feedback, Bradley thrives both independently and within collaborative teams.
Bradley is an excellent communicator and uses his capability in project management to operate within large teams, with a complete understanding of a project lifecycle. He is committed to the environment and takes a whole of life approach to project development with a keen understanding of asset management and ongoing integrity. Consistently seeking to deliver value through innovative thinking and practical execution, Bradley’s sound understanding of engineering principles is reinforced by hands-on experience across multidisciplinary projects. With a focus on enhancing operational efficiency and mitigating technical risk, Bradley is well-positioned to support Lidiar Group’s clients in infrastructure and industrial project delivery.
Candy is a highly qualified, data-driven Civil Engineer with strong experience in project engineering across all phases of project development, design, construction and operation in the mining, oil and gas and renewable energy sectors. In addition to her civil construction experience, Candy is equally comfortable operating in a mechanical environment. She has provided her expertise on mechanical installation projects in large-scale PV Solar, gas flow line installation, and oil and gas well surface facility installation projects.
Candy is a strong communicator, able to engage with project teams at various levels. In coordination and project management accountable engagements Candy demonstrates a firm adherence to delivering focused, positive project outcomes. Her strengths lie in developing project work packages and plans, planning and scheduling at a range of levels, quality assurance documentation, managing upstream and downstream contracts and procurement and subcontractor management activities.
Candy has advanced her project engineering to include analytics in construction performance. She is highly confident in identifying, collating, and processing data to inform and deliver more proactive project management.
Conrad is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project management and business analysis across a broad range of industries.
He has a track record of working a with SMEs and startups to become cash flow positive, managing projects alongside researchers from some of Australia’s top Universities, and working as an engineer on large scale infrastructure projects.
His diverse background and unique mix of both business and technical skills enable him to quickly understand the critical aspects of complex projects and provide targeted high-level analysis and recommendations. His experience as a business consultant enables him to efficiently research new markets and industries to formulate viable business cases and realistic budget projections.
Offering an exceptionally strong technical and analytical ability complemented by engaging relationship and negotiation skills and strong commercial acumen, Conrad influences and leads with impact to deliver the best project outcomes for all involved.
A qualified Engineer, Frederico has worked on a wide variety of large construction projects, and his experience includes project management, project delivery and operation, civil estimation, and contract management. His technical ability and relationship skills, supported by his strong analytical qualities, enable him to influence, negotiate and lead successfully in challenging and complex environments. Frederico is capable of taking on complex problems and developing efficient solutions that always remain focused on best-for-project outcomes.
His knowledge spans a range of major projects, including large commercial, residential and subdivision civil construction and mining projects of varying disciplines demonstrating his diverse capability and flexibility. Frederico has worked on a wide variety of large construction projects and his experience includes project management, project delivery and operation, civil estimation, and contract management.
Ishara is a qualified and recognised Quantity Surveyor with diverse expertise in project cost and commercial management traversing an international project forum. She brings more than six years of experience & technical skills in a range of building and construction disciplines working in owner, contractor, and consulting teams. As a Quantity Surveyor, she is adept at activities such as BOQ preparation, quantity take-offs, cost estimation, and other pre-contract and post-award commercial activities. Ishara has applied her experience on projects in the infrastructure (civil), energy (inc. renewables) residential, education, commercial, and transportation sectors.
Ishara has an excellent grasp of contracts over the project lifecycle, from tendering to ongoing contract management. She has worked in teams undertaking Delay Analysis to develop and maintain contractor-side extension of time entitlements on complex construction projects and lead the development of key communication pieces through those processes. Ishara brings strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, solving problems with precise planning, robust administrative practices, and diligence to any project assignment. She is an open communicator and committed to her own ongoing development.
Jordan is an RPEQ Chemical Engineer and Project Manager with broad site-based experience leading teams across oil and gas drilling operations, upstream infrastructure delivery, and large-scale solar projects. He excels at working with clients, suppliers, and contractors to simplify complex challenges, make confident decisions, and keep projects on track under pressure.
Drawing on strong analytical capability and qualifications in large-scale data, Jordan frequently acts as the link between technical, construction, and commercial teams. His ability to translate data into clear, practical actions has supported measurable improvements in project delivery, efficiency, and risk management.
Joseph is a seasoned Construction and Project Management Leader with over 15 years of construction industry experience and a comprehensive understanding of effective construction techniques and preparation principles.
As a Construction Manager, Project Manager and former Superintendent, Joseph has led, planned, directed and controlled the operations of allocated projects for successful project delivery in accordance with clients’ expectations.
He brings mature stakeholder management skills and places the highest importance on maintaining communication and workflow to achieve optimal results, and astutely coordinates resources whilst directing diverse blue-collar workforces.
His strong quality assurance background empowers him with a deep technical understanding of a projects desired outcome. Through sophisticated planning and scheduling discipline, he meets clients’ expectations and safety, quality, time and cost objectives.
Lorrayne is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in industrial engineering, project management, supply chain management, and business development. Her extensive experience includes leading significant projects within the Supply Chain and procurement departments indifferent industries such as food manufacturing and civil (mining and steel). Companies where she excelled in reducing capital levels, optimising resources planning and procurement processes, conducting audits, revising policies and standard operating procedures, training teams, and running workshops. She introduced process improvements through her initiatives, enhancing data traceability and operational efficiency.
Lorrayne thrives on the challenges posed by complex projects, finding them both rewarding and impactful. She has a proven track record in developing and implementing effective processes that optimize resources, control costs, manage risks related to operations and supply chain crises, minimize waste, and oversee contracts. Her collaborative spirit has guided her inworking closely with cross-functional teams across various departments, including safety, engineering, procurement, marketing, quality, production, and finance.
With a professional ethos grounded in solid processes and teamwork, Lorrayne believes that these elements are key to achieving successful and sustainable outcomes. She strongly emphasizes safety and fosters a positive organizational culture, recognising their importance in driving lasting results.
A qualified and energetic Civil Engineer with strong experience in construction and environmental projects spanning Australia and Colombia, Marianys has built an exceptionally strong skill set in Quality Assurance management, project document development and cost estimation within solar farms, bulk earthworks and civil construction.
As Associate Project Engineer with Lidiar Group, Marianys has proven a unique combination of strong technical knowledge and excellent people skills to engage our construction contractors and stakeholders throughout the duration of projects.
She also confidently identifies and resolves critical problems to achieve optimal outcomes for all involved.
Michael is a highly experienced Project Planning and Scheduling professional with over15 years Greenfield and Brownfield experience across a diverse range of Oil & Gas, Mining, and Construction projects.
Michael’s capability extends across project planning and scheduling, cost management and project reporting. He has strong experience in using Primavera P6 and MS Project, Primavera Risk Analysis Pertmaster, Enersight, Spotfire – Reporting and Analytics, JDEdwards, and is a certified SAP Professional. His roles have required complex stakeholder management, coordinating various information sources and streams to consolidate and communicate business-critical intelligence.
Construction site environments are Michael’s strength, he is an excellent member of any project team, whilst also able to work independently. He is results-focused, understands the pressures associated with construction project delivery and is always dedicated to positive project outcomes.
Nathan offers over 12 years’ experience in operational and safety processes, having worked across a broad range of high-risk environments. His hands-on, consultative approach, combined with his analytical thinking capabilities and strong stakeholder management skills, has made him a standout professional in the industry.
Nathan brings a robust portfolio of skills, including critical risk analyses, investigation, risk management, auditing, and negotiation. He has a pragmatic approach to risk management philosophies, ensuring a balance between safety imperatives and business performance. Nathan’s excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail make him a valuable asset to our team and supporting Lidiar Group’s clients.
Nathan has a track record of successfully developing and implementing Safety Management Systems, conducting large-scale risk reviews, and delivering bespoke training packages. His most recent position saw him develop online tools for data analysis and reporting, conduct gap analyses and risk reviews, and deliver executive due diligence programs. Nathan’s commitment to improving safety standards and his in-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal safety and environmental legislation make him an excellent fit for any project.
Olenka is an enthusiastic and ambitious Environmental Engineer with strong experience in corporate sustainability and environmental management within the mining industry.
Olenka demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental protection and sustainability through strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and operational coordination. She has a proven ability to deliver practical solutions to complex environmental challenges and support the implementation of effective environmental governance systems in alignment with ESG principles and long-term business goals. She also supports ESG reporting and KPI tracking, helping translate sustainability commitments into measurable actions.
With a delivery-focused approach, Olenka develops clear documentation and practical tools that support environmental performance, including action tracking, reporting inputs, and compliance evidence. She works collaboratively with internal teams and stakeholders to align priorities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to continuous improvement across environmental management practices.
In addition to her industry experience, Olenka holds a degree in Environmental Engineering, with a specialisation in environmental monitoring and quality. This foundation supports strong interpretation of monitoring results, practical environmental decision-making, and clear communication across multidisciplinary teams.
Rick is an accomplished Project Engineer with wide ranging experience on a variety project sites around Australia encompassing operations and maintenance programs, construction of oil and gas-related infrastructure, mining projects, and Government construction of varying disciplines. His knowledge and on-site experience includes all phases of project delivery and operation from planning and design, construction, and commissioning through to equipment condition-monitoring on operational plants.
Applying a highly technical approach to his work, Rick is confident in the advanced command of technology and data analytics in construction, as well as the development of project work packages, quality assurance documentation, project plans, as well as managing project construction schedules and procurement and subcontracting activities.
His exposure across a broad range of construction sectors demonstrates his diverse capability and flexibility, an ability to collaborates well with varied stakeholders and proven impact in resolving complex problems with efficient, tailored solutions while remaining focused on best-for-project outcomes.
Savio is a solutions-focused Health and Safety Consultant with over 12 years of experience driving operational safety excellence across diverse industries. He is regarded for his ability to align critical risk management with strategic frameworks, consistently delivering practical, measurable improvements.
With a proven track record of managing complex projects from inception through to completion, Savio supports clients in building lasting work health and safety capability, enabling stronger project results and safer workplaces. He is adept at transforming legislative and corporate requirements into practical, user-friendly systems that have strengthened safety performance, enhanced stakeholder engagement and improved operational efficiency across diverse business units.
Savio has successfully led the development, certification and continual improvement of management systems, including maintaining Lidiar Group’s ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 accreditations. Drawing on his Lean Six Sigma expertise, he has implemented efficiency improvements that enhance both operational performance and safety outcomes.
His international exposure to industries such as oil and gas, construction, engineering and local government has shaped his ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and foster a culture of continuous improvement. His qualifications include a Master’s degree in Commerce and an Advanced Diploma in Health and Safety, underpinning his evidence-based approach to embedding material risk reduction principles for sustainable and beneficial outcomes.
He is a member of the Australian Institute of Health and Safety, further demonstrating his commitment to advancing the profession and creating safer workplaces.
Steve is an extensively qualified Environmental Project Engineer with over 10 years’ experience in environmental management, contamination remediation, waste classification, and environmental planning and assessment.
Over the years, Steve has developed a profound knowledge and understanding of Environmental Health and Safety operation procedures and Environmental Codes, Standards and Legislations, relative to the delivery of many infrastructure projects.
Combining this expertise with critical thinking and complex problem-solving, he supports clients and contractors in mitigating environmental risk through environmental compliance in relation to erosion and sediment control, heritage, noise, dust, water management, contaminated land, flora and fauna, and sustainability.
Steve works with enthusiasm, passion, and personal drive to make positive contributions, applying extensive knowledge, collective experiences, and strong communication skills. He is adaptive to change, with a strong work ethic and able to deliver results independently and as part of multi-disciplinary teams.
Velina is a seasoned and results-oriented Senior Health, Safety & Environment Advisor and Project Manager with over 12 years of experience delivering complex safety and compliance projects across high-risk and regulated industries. Her capabilities span strategic HSE leadership, system development, compliance management, and project delivery, making her a strong asset in advisory and consulting engagements. Velina brings extensive knowledge of ISO 45001-aligned safety management systems, risk assessments, auditing, and contractor management processes, with a focus on both regulatory compliance and practical implementation.
Velina has led end-to-end delivery of enterprise-level safety projects, including development of compliance modules, API integrations, audit tools, and vendor onboarding workflows. Her ability to translate legislative and corporate requirements into functional, user-friendly systems has led to improved safety performance, stakeholder engagement, and operational efficiency across multiple business units.
In addition to her technical skills, Velina excels in change management and stakeholder communication. She has successfully delivered training and education programs to diverse teams, ensuring adoption and alignment of safety initiatives with broader business goals. Her analytical and problem-solving skills are backed by a sound foundation in economics and finance, and complemented by qualifications in Workplace Health and Safety, internal auditing, and ICAM investigations—adding depth to her advisory capabilities.
Veronica is a highly accomplished civil engineer with a robust foundation in infrastructure and construction project delivery. Her work on high-profile infrastructure projects demonstrates her ability to apply engineering principles in complex, multidisciplinary environments thanks to her strong technical and project management expertise. Her diverse experience demonstrates her versatility and ability to adapt to range of projects and fields, in a range of environments, including a European nuclear fusion project.
Veronica has undertaken a range of roles, including managing procurement, packaging options development, market analysis, tender management, and post-award contract administration, all while ensuring alignment with stringent public sector and financial regulations. Her ability to bridge technical, commercial, and regulatory considerations positions her as a strategic asset in procurement-heavy project environments.
She also played a pivotal role in audits, financial reporting, and compliance documentation, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of contract governance.
