A message from Lorna Rechichi and Daniel Ooi

As I write this, I’m filled with a deep sense of pride and gratitude. After an incredible chapter leading the Heavy Lift business unit for four and half years, I am transitioning fully into my role as EC General Manager - Strategy and Growth. It’s a bittersweet moment, but one I am genuinely excited about. 

I feel incredibly lucky to have worked alongside such a capable and committed team. Over the past few years, we have achieved some significant milestones - from strengthening our market position and investing in capability development, to progressing our decarbonisation journey, extending capability through our Alevro Joint Venture with Fagioli and opening the new Gap Ridge Hub in Karratha. We have also celebrated safety innovations, invested heavily in our fleet, welcomed Rubino to the fleet, and been recognised with industry awards. These achievements reflect the depth of talent, innovation and care that runs through this team, and I am proud to have played a small part in that journey. 

To everyone in the Heavy Lift business unit - thank you. Your commitment, resilience and teamwork have made this role one of the most rewarding of my career. A special recognition to the Heavy Lift and Alevro management teams, we have banded together, aimed for the stars and had fun along the way. 

I’m looking forward to being able to focus more fully on driving strategy and growth across the EC Division and helping shape the future of our business. I’ll be cheering you all on from the sidelines and continuing to support the incredible work you do.  Remember, I am only ever a phone call away. 

It is now my pleasure to hand the baton to Daniel, who brings a wealth of experience, energy and fresh perspective to his role as GM Heavy Lift and Support Services. I know the team is in great hands, and I’m excited to see where you will take things next. 

Over to you Daniel! 

Lorna  

Thanks Lorna - and what a legacy you leave behind. 

It is a real privilege to step into the role of General Manager - Heavy Lift and Support Services. I’ve had the pleasure of interacting with the Heavy Lift Team and the broader EC business during my time at Mondium and have long-admired the capability, culture and innovation that define this group. I am excited to now be part of it and to contribute to its continued success. 

Over the coming months, I am looking forward to getting to know the people behind the projects - the crews, planners, engineers, and leaders who make this business what it is. I am especially keen to build on the strong foundations Lorna and the team have laid, while also bringing a fresh perspective to how we will continue to grow and evolve. 

With the added scope of Support Services, I will also be working closely with our functional teams across Design and Project Management, Technical Services, Logistics and Materials Management - ensuring we’re aligned, agile and ready to meet the strategic needs of the EC Division. 

I truly appreciate the warm welcome and am looking forward to the journey ahead. 

Daniel