Ngardimu reduce waste and build skills at Pluto Train 2
Woodside’s Scarborough Energy Project is now over 91% complete (excluding Pluto Train 1 modifications) and is targeting first LNG in the second half of 2026.
The project has the capacity to supply up to 225tjs a day of domestic gas to the WA domestic gas market. But it isn’t just critical energy that is being supplied by the Scarborough Energy Project.
Together with our contractors, we’ve invested over A$215 million with more than 170 Pilbara-based businesses. Over A$115 million in contracts to 69 Indigenous businesses across Australia since project inception across the Scarborough Energy Project’s Pluto Train 2 and Pluto Train 1 modifications work scopes.
Bechtel, the engineering, procurement and construction contractor for Woodside’s Pluto Train 2 Project, has partnered with Ngardimu, a joint venture led by Yindjibarndi-owned Yurra and Sims Metal. Ngardimu has been engaged since July 2025 to deliver scrap metal collection and recycling services for the project.
To date, over 870 tonnes of recyclable materials from Pluto Train 2 have been redirected from landfill, while investment in local Indigenous communities has produced positive results by preparing individuals for employment in construction roles.
Since Bechtel commenced construction in Karratha, the Pluto Train 2 team has worked to ensure our project provides meaningful opportunities to support Pilbara Indigenous-led businesses and entrepreneurship. Ngardimu has recently implemented a trainee program for employees gaining on-the-job metal recycling experience.
“Through relationships with businesses like Ngardimu, Bechtel keeps finding new ways to support local communities while making our projects more sustainable” said Corey McGovern, Bechtel Senior Project Manager for Pluto Train 2.
The Scarborough Energy Project has generated thousands of jobs during the construction phase and around 600 direct jobs are expected to be created or sustained throughout operations. This includes about 70 residential positions in Karratha.
Paul Baker, Woodside Energy Pluto Expansion Project Manager says “We’re pleased Bechtel are engaging Ngardimu. This work scope reflects Woodsides values: respect, environment and care for community.”
We strongly support local content, economic outcomes, positive social contributions and sustainable local supply chains which deliver direct benefits to our host communities."
