Podcasts about Engineers Australia

In this episode of Building Doors, host Lauren Karan sits down with Sascha Kurz, an award-winning project management and engineering professional, to discuss pivotal topics shaping the construction and infrastructure industry. Sascha brings over 25 years of diverse experience, making her a sought-after leader and mentor in the field. Together, they explore the lessons learned from challenging projects, the importance of career-defining decisions, and how to leave a lasting legacy in a high-stakes industry.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Leadership Lessons in Engineering:Embracing lessons learned on projects to become better leaders and engineers.The mindset shift required for selecting impactful projects.Career Development and Decision-Making:Why difficult projects teach us the most valuable lessons.The importance of prioritising experience over money in career decisions.The "Golden Triangle" framework for making career and project decisions.Industry Insights and Future Outlook:The risks of focusing solely on a booming industry and the importance of strategic foresight.Why salary benchmarks shouldn't dictate your career choices.Skills for Success:Developing collaboration skills to achieve optimal project outcomes.Supporting diversity by giving migrant engineers their first opportunities.Creating a Legacy:The journey of founding a consulting business and the leadership lessons it teaches.How to contribute and give back to society through your career.About Our Guest:Sascha Kurz (FIEAust CPEng EngExec NER APEC Eng lntPE RPEQ) is a distinguished engineering and project management professional with over 25 years of experience delivering over $18 billion in projects. Named Queensland's Professional Engineer of the Year for 2024, Sascha is a trailblazer in the construction and infrastructure industry. She is the first female chair of Engineers Australia's College of Leadership and Management (QLD) and leads her own consulting firm, Infrastructure Project Solutions. Sascha is passionate about advancing diversity, mentoring the next generation of engineers, and fostering innovation in high-stakes environments.Key Quotes from Sascha:“The toughest projects are where we grow the most—professionally and personally.”“Your career is your legacy. Every decision you make contributes to the story you leave behind.”About Your Host:Lauren Karan, founder of Karan & Co. and host of Building Doors, is a recruiter and development coach passionate about helping professionals unlock their potential. Through this podcast, Lauren shares inspiring stories and actionable insights to empower listeners to create opportunities in their lives and careers.How You Can Support the Podcast:Subscribe and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Share this episode with friends or colleagues who might benefit from Sascha's wisdom.Stay connected:Follow Lauren and the Building Doors podcast on LinkedIn.Subscribe to the Building Doors newsletter for exclusive content.Don't Miss Out:Listen to our previous episodes here.Let's Connect:Want to be a guest or provide feedback? Email us at reachout@buildingdoors.com.au.Thank you for listening!It's time to stop waiting and start building.

In this episode, we speak to Australia's first official astronaut, Katherine Bennell-Pegg, about her lifelong passion for space exploration and how she pursued her dream of becoming an astronaut.We also covered:The importance of international experience and cultural adaptability in the astronaut selection process and trainingThe rigorous and diverse nature of astronaut training, including spacecraft systems, robotics, survival techniques, and moreThe exciting future of space exploration, including missions to the Moon and the scientific research opportunities on the International Space StationAdvice for those interested in space-related careers, emphasizing the need for purpose-driven work and a willingness to step outside one's comfort zoneWe last covered space on the podcast in Season 4, Episode 3 -  Space Based Solar Power.Quotable Quotes:"Working in an international environment from a project basis as well as from a life basis really made me say that there's lots of different kinds of engineers, lots of ways to culturally come to solutions.""Being an astronaut is bigger than the space sector. It's for many kinds of researchers, as well as raising the aspirations of the public as well."Resources:Katherine on LinkedInKatherine on InstagramKatherine on TwitterLearn more about Katherine Bennell-Pegg and the Australian Space Agency at space.gov.auExplore the International Space Station and its scientific research here.Thank you to Katherine, Engineers Australia and Frank Gallagher for contributing to this episode.Thanks for listening to Digitally Curious. You can buy the book that showcases these episodes at curious.click/orderYour Host is Actionable Futurist® Andrew GrillFor more on Andrew - what he speaks about and recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.com Andrew's Social ChannelsAndrew on LinkedIn@AndrewGrill on Twitter @Andrew.Grill on InstagramKeynote speeches hereOrder Digitally Curious

Kelen Marczak Polli is a Stormwater Engineer at Arup, and is a very deserving recipient of this year's Australian Emerging Stormwater Professional of the Year Award by Stormwater Queensland AND the Queensland Emerging Professional Engineer of the Year Award by Engineers Australia. In this chat, Kelen share's her amazing story - coming from Brazil with an engineering degree but very little English, the struggle to land her first engineering job in Australia, and advice for other students and graduates starting their engineering careers.Useful links:Kelen on LinkedIn (here)Kelen on Instagram (here)Engineers Australia "Internships Information for International Students" (here)Engineers Australia "Global Engineering Talent Program" (here) For further information about Ocean Protect, check us out at www.oceanprotect.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 In this episode of the Building Doors Podcast, we sit down with Lydia Gentle, a seasoned engineering professional who shares her journey of over 20 years in the industry. Discover the importance of aligning your career with personal values, the power of continuous learning, and how to navigate work-life balance. Lydia emphasises the significance of kindness and community involvement, both in the workplace and at home. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to make a change, this conversation offers valuable insights and inspiration for anyone eager to grow and thrive in their professional and personal life. Lydia is a Chartered Professional Engineer with over 20 years of experience in engineering consultancy, construction, and mining globally. Currently, she is the Portfolio Delivery Manager for BHP's Australian Coal Operations. Previously, she served as Maintenance Manager at a major coal mine and Engineering Manager for various projects. An Order of Australia Medal recipient, Lydia is also the youngest Australian to achieve Engineering Executive status with Engineers Australia. She holds a Master of Engineering and is completing a Senior Executive MBA. Lydia is passionate about fostering diversity and building team culture in the resources sector through educational initiatives.In this episode we explore:The value of early career sacrifice for long term successHow to be intentional in your career and prioritise knowledge and growth.Defining your values and the importance of aligning your career path with themExploring diverse opportunities and pathways on offer with EngineeringThe importance of great work coupled with great relationships Join us on the Building Doors Podcast as we dive into navigating your career with intention and the value of lifelong learning. Lydia shares insights on balancing work and personal values, the importance of kindness in shaping success, and how to find your unique path in engineering. Whether you're starting out or looking to shift gears, this conversation offers valuable perspectives.Connect with Lydia Gentle:LinkedIn: You can connect with Lydia hereAbout your host:  Lauren Karan, Director, and Founder of Karan & Co.With over a decade of experience as a recruiter and development coach, Lauren Karan found that her priorities rapidly changed after the birth of her two children. In 2022 she founded Karan & Co flipping the out-dated recruitment model with a focus on retention through career coaching and development.Lauren believes that If opportunity doesn't knock, you have to build a door – and it's this same philosophy that inspired her to create the Building Doors podcast.  The Building Doors podcast is for anyone undergoing a transformation in their life. Regardless of whether you feel stuck in your current role, need some inspiration on what steps to take next, want to learn how to level up as a business owner or simply want to listen to the experiences of successful entrepreneurs and industry professionals, the Building Doors podcast is all about unlocking your potential. Help someone else Build Doors in their career.

Welcome to a compelling episode of Safety FM with Jay Allen, featuring an exclusive interview with Sean Brady, recorded live at the Energy Safety Canada Conference 2024 in the Van Horne Ballroom. Following his powerful presentation on the Boeing 737 MAX 8 crashes, Sean sits down with Jay Allen to delve deeper into the critical lessons learned from these tragic events. Sean Brady, a renowned forensic engineer, is the Vice Chair of the Society of Construction Law in Australia and a member of the SIMC Panel of Experts in Singapore. He is a Chartered Professional Engineer and a Fellow of Engineers Australia. In 2020, Sean completed the Brady Review, which investigated the causes of fatalities in the Queensland mining industry. This pivotal review, tabled in parliament, offered 11 essential recommendations to improve safety in the mining sector. Currently, Sean is leading an investigation into a major power station incident in Australia. He is widely recognized for his expertise in analyzing the causes of technical and organizational failures. In his presentation, Sean introduced the concept of complex systems and examined how they work and fail. Using the Boeing 737 MAX 8 crashes, which resulted in the deaths of 346 people, as a case study, Sean explored the organizational causes behind these catastrophic events. He discussed the interplay of company structure, location, and the relationship between management and technical disciplines, illustrating how an imbalance between profitability and safety can lead to disaster. During the interview, Sean and Jay delve into how complex systems differ from traditional Newtonian views of cause and effect. Sean emphasizes that complex systems consist of numerous interacting components, leading to emergent behaviors that can be unexpected and difficult to predict. He highlights the importance of understanding these systemic interactions to prevent future failures. This episode challenges listeners to think beyond the surface of technical failures and consider the broader organizational and systemic factors at play. Sean Brady's insights are invaluable for anyone looking to understand the deeper causes of major failures in high-risk industries. Join us on Safety FM with Jay Allen for this insightful interview with Sean Brady, as they unpack the lessons from the Boeing 737 MAX 8 crashes and explore how to build more resilient and safer organizational systems. For more on Sean Brady's work, visit [www.bradyheywood.com.au](https://www.bradyheywood.com.au/).

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Peter Yankov | Group Chief Strategy Officer,Jemena  Managing Director,ZinfraINTRODUCTION :Peter joined Jemena and Zinfra in April 2019 following an established career spanning many decades in leading project management, construction, maintenance and operation of gas and electricity infrastructure assets and major facilities for major businesses.Prior to joining Zinfra, Peter held the role of founder and MD of his own company, along with senior roles of Group Chief Executive Officer of a major Western Australian contractor, and General Manager of WestNet Energy, Alinta Asset Management West - He also has extensive Board experience in defence, utilities, ports, oil and gas contracting and Indigenous corporations Peter holds a Masters of Engineering (Electrical and Mechanical) and a post-graduate Degree in Robotics and Automation. He is a Fellow Member of Engineers Australia.

Jasmin Diab, CSC Jasmin describes herself, somewhat modestly, as a mum, leader, nerd and diversity advocate. She is also the President of Women in Nuclear Australia, the Oceania representative on the Women in Nuclear Global executive, a Partner with Global Nuclear Security Partners Australia, a Senior Associate with Mettle Global, a member of the ARPANSA Nuclear Safety Committee and a Fellow with Engineers Australia. Jasmin joined the Australian Army in 2001 and after graduating from the Australian Defence Force Academy and Royal Military College Duntroon,  became a Combat Engineer with the Royal Australian Engineers. With a background in explosive ordnance disposal, Jasmin spent most of her 22 years of service providing operational and training support in countering chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive threats and has seen operational service both domestically and overseas. She thrives leading multidisciplinary teams in uncertainty. On completion of her tenure as a Commanding Officer of an Engineer Regiment, she was awarded a Conspicuous Service Cross in the Kings Birthday Honours 2023 for her leadership. Jasmin is a big advocate for thinking differently and is a co-founder of the Defence Entrepreneurs Forum Australia (DEF Aus) which encourages bottom-up conceptual innovation. Jasmin has a Bachelor of Science in physics and chemistry, a Masters in Defence and Military Studies and a Masters in Engineering Science (Nuclear Engineering). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dark-mode-podcast/message

Marie believes that engineering is one of the most fascinating industries and professions there can be. Whilst the industry has a long way to go, she sees an industry where engineering is accessible to everyone and there is creativity and innovation embedded in professional practice to address society's needs. She started her journey decades ago and has had incredible opportunities to advance and to deliver award winning projects and was nominated for the ACSE NSW Female Engineer of the Year in 2021. It wasn't always a straightforward path finding herself in the industry, but she has found it extremely rewarding. Because of the world of possibility, she is a keen STEAM enthusiast and through mentoring and speaking events she supports creative engineers to be the best that they can be. She has volunteered with Engineers Australia at various STEM events and careers nights and she has judged with Re-Engineered Australia Foundation for the F1 in Schools competition.  Marie is an Associate Director and shareholder at SDA Structures and leads by creating space to listen and for sharing of ideas. Marie has played on many successful sporting teams and has received numerous player's awards. Her favourite achievement so far is the friendships she has made with people from all over the world.  Show notes: If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn.   Don't forget you can also join the free facebook community to discuss your journey in the building industry; https://www.facebook.com/groups/constructingyou/   Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv

In today's episode, we catch up with Saxon Phipps from Year13, one of the portfolio companies of Future Now Ventures. We discuss everything from how the business started whilst they were all moonlighting as bartenders, how it got to where it is today to how important it is to have a good team of mentors around you. Year13 are solving a huge problem for our kids, so we hope you enjoyed the insights into one of the leaders of this groundbreaking education tech company.Saxon Phipps is one of the founders and CEOs of Year13, an Australian EdTech powerhouse, committed to upgrading the school-to-work transition and empowering individuals to embrace a future of hope, security, and productivity. Since experiencing the loss of a friend as a result of the insurmountable pressures that young people face when finishing school, Saxon, along with his Co-Founder, Will Stubley, has dedicated over 15 years of their lives to supporting young people, striving to close the gap on a 20th-century approach to career-related learning and transition to a skills-based economy. Saxon and the team at Year13 have been able to successfully apply this process to work with over 1300 schools across Australia and create several youth engagement strategies and programs for the likes of the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, the Digital Skills Organisation, Engineers Australia, and Westpac. Year13 also have active partnerships with the likes of NSW, ACT and SA Governments. Saxon regularly speaks at events about youth issues such as The Australian Financial Review - Higher Education Summit, Australian Davos Connection - Future of Education Summits, and is also on the advisory board to the National Careers Institute - an initiative of the Federal Governments Department of Education Skills and Employment.Disclaimer: The information in this podcast series is for general financial educational purposes only, should not be considered financial advice and is only intended for wholesale clients. That means the information does not consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for you and your needs. You should always consult your trusted licensed professional adviser before making any investment decision.

Jeff Sharp is an Associate Partner at EY in Australia working in Transport Technology. He has a career that spans the Telecommunications and Transport sectors and is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of Engineers Australia with a background in leveraging data analytics and machine learning for Transport use cases. What you'll learn about: What is a Digital Twin? What is an example of Digital Twin technology? How to leverage non-monetary value exchange to achieve positive outcomes for joint customers? What is the role of different kinds of diversity in organisation success?

Our guest for this fortnight is Alana Newbrook, CEO & Managing Director of Systra, ANZAlana started her professional career in 2002 as a graduate engineer in Caltex Australia and later worked as Project Engineer in Morre consulting and Engineering, where she is responsible for designing solutions for clients in the petrochemical industry. In 2007, Alana joined in WSP as a project manager and later worked in various roles like Project controls manager, Project services Executive, Director, and Regional Director. Alana as an engineer, love working in infrastructure on major projects with big impacts. She has over 20 years' experience working across transport, Defence, water, mining, oil and gas, power and environment. Alana is passionate about STEM skills and providing access to everyone for a fulfilling career in engineering and consulting.  Alana is a Fellow of Engineers Australia and Chartered Professional Engineer and Engineering Executive. She is also a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD).

Sunail Husnain, Senior Program Manager at Sydney Trains.Sunail started his professional career in Railways in 1994 in Pakistan Railways. He worked as Divisional Permanent Way Engineer to construct, maintain and operation of one of the eight Railways Divisions in Pakistan. Sunail moved to Australia to work as project manager in Queensland Rail and later worked as Senior Project Engineer in Ansaldo, Perth. In 2015 he moved to Sydney to join Sydney Trains as a Senior Program Manager.Sunail has 30 years of experience of Infrastructure delivery management in Railways. Sunail is a strong advocate of transit oriented integrated development and creating customer and operator friendly infrastructure. Sunail is a Chartered Professional Engineer with Fellowship in Engineers Australia and National Engineering Register (NER) for leadership and civil engineering. Sunail is also a PhD researcher and consultant at ANU - Working closely with renowned Economists of CSIRO, Flinders, ANU and UNESCO.

Graceson Scariah, CNS&A Asset Lifecycle Management Lead at Airservices Australia, has over 15 years of experience working in the aviation sector delivering critical services to the industry. Graceson is currently leading the asset planning practice at Airservices with a focus on transformation of the Communication, Navigation, Surveillance and Aviation Firefighting capability.Abhishek Singh brings over 25 years' experience of leading technology-enabled transformation programs in asset-intensive organizations that operate in a highly regulated and safety critical environment. Abhishek currently leads the Technology Convergence practice at Jacobs Australia, enabling Critical Infrastructure clients to leverage emerging technologies to deliver improved sustainability, safety and efficiency outcomes. In his leadership roles with defense, aviation and consulting organizations, Abhishek has a track record of building organizational capability and realigning management of assets to service delivery outcomes and future-proof operations. Abhishek is a strong advocate of inclusion and diversity and has contributed immensely to shaping the culture of the organizations he has worked for. He also serves on the Board of ‘Engineers Without Boards Australia' and is the Vice-Chair of Engineers Australia's College of Leadership and Management Committee (Queensland).

With an unmatched passion for the world of construction, Miranda's willingness to help others has created this remarkable drive to be a champion for change. She is currently studying a double degree to attain her Bachelor and Master of Civil Engineering at Charles Sturt University whilst working as one of Northrop's first ever Cadet engineers in Newcastle. Miranda's strong ability to think innovatively has allowed her to lead her team in a Green Street Design. Working with regional councils on a new tree planting method to reduce carbon emissions and retain water during extreme climate changes. Also holding the youngest seat on the Habitat Climate Action Committee, Miranda has significantly contributed to internal policy development and sustainable design solutions to push Northrop into Carbon Neutrality by 2030. As an Engineers Australia scholar, Miranda has co-created a unique program that takes a new approach on mentoring. Since the official launch in November, ‘Hustle' has created waves within the industry and caught the eye of major organisations including the Australian Government and NSW Department of Education. The program is on track to be launched nationally in the next twelve months. Miranda has been working in the industry since the age of sixteen and learned to use AutoCAD before learning to drive a car. She has worked with distance education NSW to mentor young students who feel isolated and presented her journey in front of hundreds of high school students state wide. At twenty-one, she is currently in partnership with an Australian Workwear company to collaborate an office wear line for young women to make them feel like they can do anything and will be soon launching a blog to encompass all that is her incredible career so far. Now, after being named the 2022 Generate Property Scholarship winner at the NSW NAWIC 2022 awards of excellence, Miranda has caused waves in the world of construction and is in collaboration with Lang O'Rourke in establishing a scholarship program for young regional girls to kick start their career in construction and follow in her footsteps. As the new year approaches, Miranda will act as the 2023 Youth Week Ambassador in the Central West, begin collaboration with the Department of Education and push toward the national launch of Hustle, all whilst juggling full-time work and study. In this episode, you'll discover:  How your circumstances don't defy your ambitions Being the instigator of change Why doing whatever it takes matters Adopting big picture thinking Taking calculated risks to win And so much more. Show notes If you enjoyed this episode, and you've learnt something or it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @elinormoshe_ or Elinor Moshe on LinkedIn.   Are you a young gun?    Join the home of young guns here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareyoungguns   Get a copy of my book: https://amzn.to/31ILAdv  

Welcome to a Cosmos Insights podcast, where we talk to scientists in Australia about the impact of their work.Australia is facing its greatest ever engineering skills shortage, according to Engineers Australia.The clean energy transition, major infrastructure projects and emerging sectors like space are increasing demand for engineering skills. Some 50,000 to 100,000 engineers are needed by 2030, just as fewer students, particularly girls, are choosing to enter the profession. Ok it may sound nutty, but could baking, and engineering contestants on shows like Bake Off and Baking Impossible, be key ingredients in helping solve the workforce crisis by improving awareness and perceptions of engineering, and broadening engagement with STEM.Today, Cosmos journalist  Petra Stock talks to engineer, Great British Bake Off winner and now cookbook author Giuseppe Dell'Anno, and Jane MacMaster, Chief Engineer at Engineers Australia.Find the science of everything at the Cosmos Magazine websiteSubscribe to Cosmos Magazine (print) or the Cosmos WeeklyWatch and listen to all our Cosmos podcastsSpecial 10% discount on Cosmos magazine print subscriptions (1 or 2 year), or 1 year Cosmos Weekly subscriptions for Cosmos Briefing podcast listeners!  Use coupon code COSMOSPOD in our shop.

After pursuing international training and certifications in renewable energy and regenerative design, as well as a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Michelle Avis, along with her husband and business partner Rob, began Verge Permaculture in 2010, now a globally-recognized and award-winning design, consulting, and education company. She loves the complexity of working through holistic design challenges to create resilient, eco-sustainable homes, acreages and farms that produce their own energy and food, harvest water, cycle nutrients and restore the surrounding ecosystems. By integrating innovative technology with sound design, her goal is to engineer creative solutions that bring a positive benefit to the environments in which people live and thereby thrive. A frequent instructor in Verge's programming, she is also the co-author of two books, Essential Rainwater Harvesting and Building Your Permaculture Property. Coupled with a deep connection to nature and a passion for growing nutrient-dense food, Michelle's driving goal is to ensure that her work and actions leave this world a better place for future generations to inherit. Dr. Peter Coombes is a Systems Thinker, Scientist, Engineer, Economist, Problem Solver and Policy Analyst, a Provider of alternative perspective and a designer of sustainable cities, projects and buildings. He is a director of Urban Water Cycle Solutions and is currently an editor of the Urban Book of Australian Rainfall and Runoff and was awarded the 2018 GN Alexander medal by Engineers Australia for his contributions to hydrology and water resources. Peter recently contributed to the inquiry into stormwater management held by the Senate of the Australian Parliament and inquiry into Australia's water resources held by the Productivity Commission and was a chief scientist in the Victorian Government. He has held senior academic positions at the University of Newcastle, Melbourne University and Swinburne University and has experience in change processes in government, development of government policy and managing complex engineering business collaborations. His professional and research interests include systems thinking and analysis, hydrology, water resources, economics, molecular sciences, water quality and public policy.   The Rainwater Harvesting Masterclass starts on Jan 25th here: https://vergepermaculture.ca/rainwaterharvestingcourse   Urban Water Cycle Solutions:  https://urbanwatercyclesolutions.com/   Food Forest Abundance: Website: https://foodforestabundance.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoodForestAbundance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foodforestabundance/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FFAbundance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/food-forest-abundance/   The Jim Gale Show Podcast: https://linktr.ee/jimgaleshow   Sponsored by The Weston A. Price Foundation: https://www.westonaprice.org

On The Space Show for Wednesday, 26 October 2022: Space Show News: * A breakdown of the Australian Federal Budget — What's in it for space? Panel discussion — “Victorian Space Opportunities" recorded at Engineers Australia, Melbourne featuring: * Peter Moar, La Trobe University, Bundoora * Mark Fittock, OHP, Germany * Rebecca Allen, Astrophysicist, Swinburne University, Glenferrie * Mathew Bricali, Research Fellow and Team Lead at the Co-operative Research Centre, RMIT University, Melbourne Diary time: * 4th Annual International Humans in Space Summit 2022: 7-11 November 2022, University of Technology, Sydney * Details of the total lunar eclipse: 8 November 2022 Planet Earth Episode 45: * The Suomi-NPP, NOAA-20 and JPSS. Inserts courtesy AGU, GSFC.

Hackathons truly accelerate innovation and Melanie De Gioia very much has an understanding of what makes them work! Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education About Melanie De Gioia Melanie is a Project Manager, by nature and training.  She specialises in bringing order to chaos and thrives when working with a number of key stakeholders delivering projects that promote STEM. Some of Melanie's current clients include the University of Sydney, World Federation of Engineering (for UNESCO), TEDxSydney, AusIndustry and Engineers Australia.  She's delivered projects, hackathons, events and podcasts that have reached around the globe and are inspiring innovation and change in the world.https://melaniedegioia.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniedegioia/https://ramaley.media/ About the FizzicsEd podcastHosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education With interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It's not just about educational practice & pedagogy, it's about inspiring new ideas & challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world! https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/ Know an educator who'd love this STEM podcast episode?  Share it!The FizzicsEd podcast is a member of the Australian Educators Online Network (AEON )http://www.aeon.net.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hackathons truly accelerate innovation and Melanie De Gioia very much has an understanding of what makes them work! Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education About Melanie De Gioia Melanie is a Project Manager, by nature and training.  She specialises in bringing order to chaos and thrives when working with a number of key stakeholders delivering projects that promote STEM. Some of Melanie's current clients include University of Sydney, World Federation of Engineering (for UNESCO), TEDxSydney, AusIndustry and Engineers Australia.  She's delivered projects, hackathons, events and podcasts that have reached around the globe and are inspiring innovation and change in the world.https://melaniedegioia.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniedegioia/https://ramaley.media/ About the FizzicsEd podcastHosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education With interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It's not just about educational practice & pedagogy, it's about inspiring new ideas & challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world! https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/ Know an educator who'd love this STEM podcast episode?  Share it!The FizzicsEd podcast is a member of the Australian Educators Online Network (AEON )http://www.aeon.net.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Interview with Professor Hussein Dia, the Chair of Civil Engineering at Swinburne University of Technology. We will talk about his vision for the future of cities, future urban mobility, city states, and many more. Hussein Dia is a professor of Future Urban Mobility in the School of Engineering at Swinburne University of Technology, currently serving as the Chair of the Department of Civil and Construction Engineering and the Program Leader of the Smart Cities Research Institute's Future Urban Mobility research program at Swinburne. He works alongside highly dedicated academic teams and internal & external stakeholders while facilitating interdisciplinary research and actively engaging with external organisations to identify issues and needs that the Institute can address through its thematic research programs. Hussein is a Chartered Professional Engineer, Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Fellow of Engineers Australia, and Fellow of the Institute of Transportation Engineers. His research interests are in the convergence of technology, infrastructure and human elements in urban environments. Hussein's current work is focused on disruptive mobility and harnessing digital innovations to unlock potential opportunities for low carbon mobility. His current research includes investigations of how autonomous vehicles, Blockchain, Internet of Things and the sharing economy are set to transform mobility in the world's cities. You can find out more about Hussein through these links: Hussein Dia on LinkedIn, @HusseinDia as Hussein Dia on Twitter, Hussein Dia at Swinburne University of Technology, Future Urban Mobility led by Hussein Dia at the Smart Cities Research Institute, Hussein Dia's Masterclass on Future Urban Mobility, Hussein Dia on the Conversation, Hussein Dia on YouTube, What wast the most interesting part for you? What questions did arise for you? Let me know on twitter @WTF4Cities! I hope this was an interesting episode for you and thanks for tuning in. Music by Lesfm from Pixabay

An extra $18 billion has been earmarked for roads and rail links but there is a critical missing link in realising these benefits: engineers to build them. A new report from the University Group of Eight estimates that only half of the 11,000 or so new engineers required every year are coming through the education pipeline. Jane Macmaster, Chief Engineer at Engineers Australia

In this episode of The Actioneers, EWB's Technology Development Lead, Mitch Horrocks chats with Engineers Australia's Chief Engineer, Jane MacMaster.   Together, they explore Jane's generalized approach for complex problem solving, dig into the relationship between sustainable development, a circular economy, the externalities of engineering work and EA's code of conduct. And why, in relation to climate change, engineers need to use their training as complex problem solvers to lead an equitable transition to clean energy including for transport and manufacturing the sustainable built environment and a healthy planet.    Start your sustainable engineering journey today! Sign up at www.ewb.org.au/sustainable-engineering-updates to receive the latest news and tools, sustainable engineering blog posts and more - all to help you on your future-fit engineering journey.  

This special episode of the podcast was recorded live in front of an audience in February 2022 at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers in London and features a panel of experts discussing a very interesting subject of Space-Based solar power.I was joined on stage by Martin Soltau Co-Chair Space Energy Initiative & Space Business Lead at Frazer-Nash ConsultancyDr Alice Bunn CEO Institution of Mechanical EngineersSam Adlen Chief Strategy Officer, Satellite Applications Catapult andAli Stickings Space Strategy lead at Fraser Nash ConsultancyYou will also hear remarks from Mark Garnier, MP for Wyre Forest who is Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Space, and Chair of The Space Energy Initiative Advisory Board as well as Nick Wayth Chief Executive at The Energy Institute.To provide some context around this episode and the topic, we all accept that fossil fuels are not a sustainable form of energy, and renewable energy such as solar and wind have issues when it is cloudy or calm.To meet the energy needs of a country like the UK or Australia, we need a “baseload” technology that can provide a sustained demand for power.The UK chapter of The Institution of Engineers Australia teamed up with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers for their monthly “Spring Forward” hybrid lecture series to look at a potential new form of energy – Space-Based Solar Power.The concept is not new – it was first mooted by Isaac Asimov as science fiction in the 1940s, and in 1968, Dr Peter Glaser of Arthur D. Little introduced the concept of using microwaves for power transmission from geosynchronous orbit to an Earth-based rectifying antenna.Since then, technology has advanced on several fronts to remove some of the technological and economic barriers to practical full-scale implementation.Issues covered in this episode include:How Space-Based power actually worksThe opportunity for generating power from spaceHow to overcome challenges in commercialising this technologyHow space-based solar power contributes to the net-zero debateThe future for space-based solar power generationHow Space solar power gives Governments optionsSolar power vs Nuclear FusionWhat will the solution cost?The regulatory risksThe role of GovernmentThe security concernsWho regulates the space segmentThe spin-off benefitsWhat other countries are doing?The UK-Australia Space BridgeThe Space Energy InitiativeThe job creation opportunitiesNick Wayth Chief Executive at Energy Institute commentsAudience question: How can the UK maintain a lead in this area?Audience question: What is happening in Australia?Audience question: What can go wrong?Mark Garnier MP closing remarksResources UK Government's paper on Space-Based Solar PowerYour Host: Actionable Futurist® Andrew GrillFor more on Andrew - what he speaks about and replays of recent talks, please visit ActionableFuturist.comfollow @AndrewGrill on Twitteror @andrew.grill on Instagram.

Australia is in the grip of an engineering shortage. Yet a new report by Engineers Australia has found a ready-made work force of migrants is being overlooked. - Η Αυστραλία βρίσκεται στη δίνη μιας έλλειψης μηχανικών με νέα έκθεση της Engineers Australia να διαπιστώνει πως μια δεξαμενή ταλέντων μεταναστών παραβλέπεται.

Australia is in the grip of an engineering shortage. Yet a new report by Engineers Australia has found a ready-made workforce of migrants is being overlooked. It suggests unlocking this pool of talent could keep big infrastructure projects on schedule and help lift the economy. - ઓસ્ટ્રેલિયામાં એન્જીનિયર્સની અછત હોય તેવી પરિસ્થિતિ ઉભી થઇ છે પરંતુ, એન્જીનિયર્સ ઓસ્ટ્રેલિયા દ્વારા પ્રસિદ્ધ કરવામાં આવેલા આંકડા પ્રમાણે, ઓસ્ટ્રેલિયામાં માઇગ્રન્ટ્સ એન્જીનિયર્સને નોકરીની યોગ્ય તક પ્રાપ્ત થતી નથી. વિગતો મેળવીએ અહેવલામાં.

استرالیا شدیدا گرفتار کمبود نیروی کار مهندسی است.با این حال، گزارش جدید سازمان مهندسین استرالیا Engineers Australia نشان می‌دهد که نیروی آماده‌ به کار از جوامع مهاجران نادیده گرفته شده است.این گزارش نشان می دهد که بهره بردن از این استعدادها می تواند پروژه های زیرساختی بزرگ استرالیا را در برنامه نگه دارد و به بهبود وضعیت اقتصادی کمک کند.

Australia is in the grip of an engineering shortage. Yet a new report by Engineers Australia has found a ready-made workforce of migrants is being overlooked. It suggests unlocking this pool of talent could keep big infrastructure projects on schedule and help lift the economy. - ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ ਇੰਜੀਨੀਅਰਾਂ ਦੀ ਵੱਡੀ ਘਾਟ ਦਾ ਸਾਹਮਣਾ ਕਰ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ। ਪਰ, ਇੰਜੀਨੀਅਰਜ਼ ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ ਅਦਾਰੇ ਦੀ ਇੱਕ ਰਿਪੋਰਟ ਤੋਂ ਪਤਾ ਚਲਦਾ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਇਸ ਘਾਟ ਦੇ ਬਾਵਜੂਦ, ਪ੍ਰਵਾਸੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਇਸ ਕਿੱਤੇ ਤੋਂ ਦੂਰ ਰੱਖਿਆ ਜਾ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ। 

澳大利亚正处于工程师短缺的困境中。然而，澳大利亚工程师协会（Engineers Australia）的一份新报告发现，现成的移民劳动力被忽视了。这份报告指出，释放这些人才可以帮助大型基础设施项目如期展开，且有助于提振经济。

Avustralya bir mühendislik sıkıntısının pençesinde. Yine de Engineers Australia tarafından hazırlanan yeni bir rapor, göçmenlerden oluşan hazır bir iş gücünün gözden kaçırıldığını tespit etti. Bu nitelikli meslek grubunun kilidini açmanın, büyük altyapı projelerini zamanında yetiştirebileceği ve ekonominin yükselmesine yardımcı olabileceği öne sürülüyor. 

A new report by Engineers Australia suggests unlocking this pool of talent could keep big infrastructure projects on schedule and help lift the economy.

Conversation on the Impact of Industry 4.0 on Building and Construction with Dr Bronwyn Evans AM CEO of Engineers Australia and Chair of Building 4.0. Jeff Connolly Chair and CEO of Siemens Australia & Pacific. Andrew Dettmer National President of AMWU Australian Manufacturing Workers Union. Building 4.0 CRC members.

In this episode of The Inner Chief, you'll hear from Dr Bronwyn Evans AM, CEO of Engineers Australia, on theory vs practice, empathetic performance management, and advancing society through great engineering. chiefmaker.com/214   REGISTER FOR OUR NEXT MINI-MBA INTAKE: chiefmaker.com/minimba   Bronwyn is the CEO of Engineers Australia, the Chair of Building4.0 CRC, and a Director of the Australia-Japan Foundation. She has previously held positions in innovation initiatives, including as Chair of the Industry Growth Centre for Medical Technologies and Pharmaceuticals, and previously as the CEO of Standards Australia and VP of Finance of the International Standards Organisation (ISO). She has over 35 years' experience in various engineering roles and was recognised as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 2021. She's also been recognised as one of Australia's 100 most influential engineers and is in the list of top 100 Women of Influence. She is also a Member of the Champions of Change STEM Group which aims to achieve a significant and sustainable increase in the representation of women in leadership positions in STEM fields. In this episode we talk all about: Her varied career pathway and putting theory into practice; Performance management tactics that benefit both parties; How excellence and innovative engineering can advance society; and Her organisation's role as the voice of engineering in Australia. Connecting with Dr Bronwyn Evans AM You can connect with Bronwyn via LinkedIn Books and resources Voss - by Patrick White Exactly: How Precision Engineers Created The Modern World - by Simon Winchester

It's no surprise Dr Bronwyn Evans AM sticks by the mantra ‘everyone's an engineer'. As CEO of Australia's peak engineering body Engineers Australia and recognised as one of the country's 100 most influential engineers, she can't understand why everyone doesn't want to work in her chosen field. A passionate advocate for getting more women into STEM, it's Dr Evans belief that all children, regardless of gender, have the potential to become engineers. “It starts right back at the assumptions we make around the play activities of kids. Every four-year-old's a budding engineer, you've only got to watch them play. But, then, the language we use can really change the way we interpret their play,” she tells Claire in this podcast. With a love for new ideas and technologies and an electrical engineer by trade, Dr Evans has over 35 year's experience in various engineering roles, including at Cochlear and GE Healthcare, as well as non-executive board experience in the construction, medical technology, and digital business sectors. This year she was also appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for “significant service to engineering, to standards and to medical technology”. She is an Honorary Fellow of University of Wollongong and a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, a member of the Champions of Change STEM Group - working to boost the representation of women in leadership positions in STEM - and has also been recognised as a 100 Women of Influence. In this podcast, Dr Evans talks about why it's time to get the gender balance right in STEM, how COVID has paved the way for more technology reforms and why problem-solving engineers are the perfect fit for the boardroom.   LinkedIn: Bronwyn Evans | Claire Braund (host) Further Information about Women on Boards (WOB) For further information about WOB membership, events & services, please visit our website. To receive our weekly newsletter, subscribe to WOB as a Basic Member (free). Join as a Full Member for full access to our Board Vacancies, WOBShare (our online member platform) and more.

In episode fifteen of ‘OzCyber Unlocked', host Michelle Price reflects on the topics of our past five episodes with retired MAJGEN Dr Marcus Thompson AM, a regular listener of this podcast. Among many things, Marcus runs his own advisory, Cyber Compass, is a strategic advisor at ParaFlare, a senior advisor to Macquarie Telecom Group, and a Director at Penten and Engineers Australia. He is also the immediate past and inaugural Head of Information Warfare for the Australian Defence Force.  Deliberately, the topics of our last several pods are topical for all Australian organisations. This includes insider threats, the Australian Government's Essential Eight mitigations for managing cyber risk, cyber threat intelligence, diversity in Australia's cyber workforce and careers and pathways in the cyber industry. Discussion traverses these topics as they relate to the various cyber-physical challenges currently faced by the economy, the impending critical infrastructure legislative changes, and the heightened awareness around cyber-attack methods including ransomware.This month, our cyber spotlight features Ben Whitham, Co-founder and General Manager at Penten. Founded in 2014, Penten is one of Australia's fastest growing and successful cyber security companies focused on innovation in secure mobility, applied artificial intelligence and tactical communications security.Useful links:Harmonised taxonomies of security and resilience: a suitable foundation for the security discipline (a thesis by Marcus Thompson): https://bit.ly/3zKGso0MITRE ATT&CK: https://attack.mitre.org/‘Australian organisations are quietly paying hackers millions in a 'tsunami of cyber crime' (James Purtill, 16 July, ABC Science): https://ab.co/3CTg4dVEssential Eight (Australian Government; Australian Signals Directorate): https://bit.ly/3m0GlA0Penten: www.penten.comPenten's Export Commercialisation Playbook for Australian Cyber Startups (UK Edition): https://bit.ly/3EU0tfRCatch up on the past five episodes of ‘OzCyber Unlocked':Intentional or unintentional? The impact of insider threats: https://bit.ly/3ueW4ixThe Essential Eight – keeping your digital infrastructure secure: https://bit.ly/3lW2LCuCyber threat intelligence – a deep dive into why it matters: https://bit.ly/2ZEd4nr'Cyber shift' – how do we improve diversity & workplace culture to enact real change?: https://bit.ly/3m22bDhPathways into cyber security – how to plan, upskill and maximise career opportunities: https://bit.ly/2XTrJtJ

Always endeavouring to curate a diverse range of leaders to seek learning and insights from, we co-create conversations with leaders who have been striving to make the world better for decades, and leaders who have figuring out exactly what their first striving step will be. Paul Gleeson is firmly in the former camp, an experienced leader who made a critical turn in his career many years ago driven by an intrinsic initiative to orientate himself towards making a difference and creating a better world.Paul is the Group Director, Sustainability and Managing Director Energy, Resources and Water-ANZ for Aurecon, a global Engineering Consultancy and Advisory firm. He describes his role as helping people and organisations to transition and transform in response to sustainability and climate change, getting them to move with the change rather than resist it. As a leader he connects people with purpose, giving them the courage to get involved and be part of the change they want to seePaul works with government and industry leaders to help them navigate away from the way they operate today industrially, to a net zero model. He knows the challenges and opportunities for future industries and business models, assets and workforces having navigated the energy transition for governments and industry for more than a decade.Paul has over 25 years' experience working across all aspects of the energy sector including some of the most significant projects in the Australian energy market, including the TransGrid acquisition, Australia's largest wind and solar farms and the Government of South Australia's Clean Energy Transition. As part of advising both the public and private sector on the development of strategies, targets, policies and projects to combat the negative impacts of climate change he led a team to deliver Aurecon's Hydrogen for Transport report that informed Australia's National Hydrogen Roadmap.In his roles at Aurecon as Group Director, Sustainability and Managing Director, Energy, Resources and Water he continues to evolve Aurecon's sustainability and climate change expertise to address client challenges including the transition to net zero and manage Aurecon's corporate sustainability transparency with Aurecon's board.Paul is a Fellow of the Institution of Engineers Australia and a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. He holds a Certificate in Design Led Innovation from Stanford University. He is also a member of The University of Queensland's Master of Sustainable Energy Advisory Board and continues to work closely in partnership with The University of Queensland to lead change for students and business.In this conversation we explore Paul's journey to take a leading role and inspire many others to combine technical, leadership and purposeful abilities to set in motion numerous programs and develop projects can positively impact our future better world. We discuss the role of purpose and passion in Paul's work and leadership, his approach to leading teams through transformations and guiding transformative projects, as well as how to nurture potential and self-expression, and the changing landscape of the sectors Paul's expertise is sought out by.Key out-takes from this episodeConversations are changing:- There are now a lot less conversations about should we, and a lot more about how we do the changes that need to occur- These conversations often get away from simple binary discussions and engage in more complex, nuanced dialogueLeading people through transformations:- The first thing to do is get crystal clear about the why- Trying to take a group of people somewhere is as exciting as bringing in a new piece of Tech- You have to find the first followers- It's not enough just to have the first followers, figure out the right investment in the core cohort- Doing a great job is not enough. You've got to be able to tell the story link to why- Trying to take a group of people somewhere is as exciting as bringing in a new piece of TechLeading with purpose:- Understanding, being open to and more overt in talking about purpose, meaning and passion- If I show people that it's ok and not weird to get excited about being passionate can unlock more in everyone- The crucial thing with passion & purpose is that it is real- Be true to what matters to you & what you want to achieve & that applies at any age- There are rewards from the virtuous circle of receiving more meaning & purpose from working with meaning & purpose- When there's a really good alignment of meaning & purpose with your role, those are the really great phases of your career with the greatest reward- Alignment of passion & purpose unlocks super-performance- We need better leadership to get better outcomes- There's a sense of calmness that comes from making a differenceWholeness and developing potential:- Give people permission to unleash all that they are- So many people I've led are smarter than me, but they hadn't had permission to unleash & bring everything they can bring- There's a difference between giving an opportunity & giving space to express themselvesPaul and I look forward to sharing this chapter of the Better World Leaders journey with you. We would really like to hear your thoughts and comments either via leaving a review, posting on any via any of the social links below or by getting in touch with us directly.Follow Aurecon or reach out to Paul via social platforms and details below:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-gleeson/Aurecon website - www.aurecongroup.comCheck out the Aurecon podcast – Engineering Reimagined, www.aurecongroup.com/podcastReach out to TimEmail – timc@4ileadership.comLinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/timcollingsYou can also join the Better World Leaders LinkedIn group, follow to connect with and interact more deeply across the BWL community - www.linkedin.com/company/better-world-leadersAs always, great thanks and appreciation to the team who contributed to bringing Better World Leaders to you;To Brendan Ward for mastering, final production, composition and performance of original music throughout each episode.To Cooper, Pat and the team at RadioHub studios for audio editing, technical support and creative guidance during the episodes that are recorded face-to-face. 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Today, we continue the conversation with a man who was awarded the equivalent of the Nobel Prize for Engineering. Professor James Trevelyan from Perth is well known for his pioneering research on Sheep Shearing Robots from 1975-1993 at the U of Western Australia – where he was awarded many international engineering and robotic awards.He then moved into the research of Landmine Clearing Methods where he made a big impact in countries like Afghanistan, Cambodia, the Balkans, and many Africa countries.He then took on local schools in Islamabad, where together with his father-in-law, they architected toilet access for young kids.And now, as Western Australian of the Year, at the ripe age of 65, he founded “Close Comfort”, where he and his students engineered a personal air conditioning unit which has been made affordable for countries such as Pakistan - which aligns w his belief that safe respite from dangerous heat conditions should be a basic human right.In 2013, his TedTalk titled “Ending Poverty: what engineers can do”, was a real reflection of his commitment to contributing engineering services on behalf of the rights that all humans possess. The Goods on James:Prof. James has always been passionate about creating a positive impact on other people's lives. He has led quite a journey from being a researcher, an academician, an educator, a world-recognised engineer, an author and so on. At 65 years old, he believed his contribution to solving some of humanity's greatest challenges wasn't over; he started Close Comfort to provide safe access to affordable cooling solutions to billions of people at risk of exposure to increasingly dangerous heat conditions without warming the planet! On the way, he was awarded the prestigious Engineers Australia medal and was recognised as 2018 Western Australian of the Year in the Professions category. Close Comfort is just another example of James's belief that his role as an engineer and as a human is to give back to communities.·       In the past, he has developed sheep shearing robots that would cover the eyes and shield sheep from the shears cutting the wool while helping them fall asleep. The innovation was awarded the engineers equivalent of the Nobel prize and put him in a position "to devote the rest of my career to researching problems that truly mattered, that would help solve some of the tough challenges facing humanity".·       Instead of retiring after reaching the top of his engineer career, he turned his expertise and knowledge to clearing landmines from countries like Afghanistan, Cambodia, the Balkans in southeast Europe, and many countries in Africa.·       Or in term of being literally safe from harmful heat conditions: in Pakistan and most parts of the globe, air conditioning is costly, and for the few that can afford this luxury, the energy-hungry appliances prove too much for the energy grid to handle, leading to power outages. So, Pr James launched Close Comfort at 65 y.o, believing that safe respite from dangerous heat conditions, far from a luxury, should be a basic human right. Contact James:         Website: jamesptrevelyan.com         Close Comfort: www.closecomfort.com/au/our-story/        Books:  @books Go to http://www.bit.ly/InTheGamePodcast to become part of this growing community of DREAMERS!

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"Time to do a stocktake on our economic system!" Listen to Kaj Lofgren (Head of Strategy at Small Giants Academy) as he and Matt question the fundamental assumptions of our western economic system. Kaj acknowledges the anxiety and joys of change, as well as the lessons of history that have the power to guide us forward. He also shares insights on the Regen Melbourne network which is offering new pathways for collaboration in metropolitan Melbourne, through a 'doughnut economics' model where humanity's social imperatives can be balanced with the needs of our planet's ecological life support systems. More info: www.regen.melbourne/ About our guest: Kaj (pronounced Kai) is the Head of Strategy at Small Giants Academy He leads the Academy's strategy around education and storytelling initiatives, including the Impact Safari program and the Mastery of Business and Empathy. Kaj previously worked across the Small Giants Family Office, including with organisations like Impact Investment Group, The School of Life (TSOL) Australia and Dumbo Feather magazine. Kaj is also a Director at Typehuman, exploring how emerging technology is affecting human dignity and public life. His background includes a Masters of Economic History, along with a Bachelor of Engineering and a Bachelor of Arts, and work with Engineers Without Borders and Engineers Australia. © Trans Tasman Regen Podcast 2021

The conversation on diversity has been going for decades.  Lauren Mua spoke to Mel & Dom about Progressive Diversity. She has seen and experienced changes in the industry during her 10+ years as an engineer.  “I put progressive in front of that diversity, because I see it as something that … is about moving forward, promoting change and improving our current diverse industry”  This is a podcast about the engineering challenges that are facing today’s society. These are our Engineering Heroes. A podcast from Engineers Australia. Your hosts are Melanie and Dominic De Gioia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is in a title?  When you’re an engineer, a title could mean a lot.  Stephen Howe spoke to Mel & Dom about his observations of a worrying situation in the engineering industry where engineers are chasing the grandiose role title, even if their experience doesn’t equate.  “But don't play into this phenomenon of "job title, scope creep" that I think is a disservice to the industry and to the individuals and clients.”  This is a podcast about the engineering challenges that are facing today’s society. These are our Engineering Heroes. A podcast from Engineers Australia. Your hosts are Melanie and Dominic De Gioia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grace Kennedy is a Systems Engineer.  She specialises in understanding, modelling and communicating the interaction of humans and technical systems.  She spoke to Mel & Dom about her thoughts and experience on Human Systems Integration and expresses her concern with engineers ensuring they keep the human interaction at the forefront of their mind as they are creating new systems.  “Technological systems are evolving at a really great pace, and we really need to ensure that humans are not an afterthought.”  This is a podcast about the engineering challenges that are facing today’s society. These are our Engineering Heroes. A podcast from Engineers Australia. Your hosts are Melanie and Dominic De Gioia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Electricity in mines is a very concerning hazard.  And while there have not been any fatalities in Australian mines due to electrocution in well over 30 years, this does not mean engineers are not working on it.  Peter Stepien spoke to Mel & Dom about his concern that engineers must stay vigilant with evolving technology, specifically currently with variable speed drives in mines.  This is a podcast about the engineering challenges that are facing today’s society. These are our Engineering Heroes. A podcast from Engineers Australia. Your hosts are Melanie and Dominic De Gioia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ami Pasricha has been thinking about the Internet Of Things (IOT) since very early in her career.  In fact, her very first project at university utilised this technology.  Ami spoke to Mel & Dom about her incredible work in this cutting edge area of IOT and describes some of the challenges facing this technology in the future.  This is a podcast about the engineering challenges that are facing today’s society. These are our Engineering Heroes. A podcast from Engineers Australia. Your hosts are Melanie and Dominic De Gioia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of MEA$URED Mick shines light on some of the talented migrants we have living in Australia who aren't given a chance by Australian companies due to a lack of local experience. Although we are facing one of the biggest resource shortages in many years, Candidates like Hani Mahmoud, a qualified civil engineer, who is professionally recognised by Engineers Australia, cannot get a foot through the door of any local companies. Hani is an Australian Permanent Resident, he has 15 years experience on major infrastructure, roads, highways and drainage projects. His kids go to Australian schools and he pays Australian taxes. Hani has applied to over 100 jobs. He has barely received feedback from a hiring manager or recruiter. No local experience = no good. Whilst many local companies struggle to find qualified people to join their business, Hani and thousands of other qualified Migrants are becoming disillusioned by the job market in Australia and will likely return to their home countries or retrain and enter a new market. They aren't here to apply for Job Seeker, they are here to work, improve their lives for their families and to add value to Australia. In in my opinion giving candidates like Hani a blanket rejection without even meeting them is not good enough; we must change our mindset or get ready for the unavoidable brain drain Australia is likely to experience in years to come. To connect with Hani, please reach out out to him via linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/hani-mahmoud-10/ To view some of the jobs Franklin Smith are recruiting for check out our website: https://franklinsmith.com.au/ To connect with Mick further, catch him on Linkedin; https://www.linkedin.com/in/mick-donaghy-b722287b/

Our reliance on computers means the fact of cyber-crime is more of a question “when”, not “if”. Renee Wootton spoke to Engineering Heroes about how society is now facing cyber-attacks on a daily basis and how it is of vital importance that cyber engineers are involved in the development and upgrade of computer systems.  This is a podcast about the engineering challenges that are facing today’s society. These are our Engineering Heroes. A podcast from Engineers Australia. Your hosts are Melanie and Dominic De Gioia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Smith has worked in the engineering industry for over 2 decades. He notes that we are living in a real infrastructure boom, an era of mega projects.  And he’s deeply concerned about the real skills shortage being experienced in Australia.  No longer can Australia rely upon engineers from overseas bolstering the engineering ranks, we must look towards our own society for the future engineering leaders of our community   This is a podcast about the engineering challenges that are facing today’s society. These are our Engineering Heroes. A podcast from Engineers Australia. Your hosts are Melanie and Dominic De Gioia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we're going to address one of the biggest elephants in the room so far in this podcast. In Australia, engineers don't have to be registered! We talk to two experts, John Roydhouse, CEO of the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia, NSW a professional membership organization looking after the interest of public works engineering and all public infrastructure in NSW. And, Jonathan Russell, Engineers Australia, related to the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia. Here's some of what we covered: Is the Build quality and safety of newly constructed housing up to scratch? Why the financial well being of apartment owners can be at risk. What's the downside of an infrastructure and building boom coupled with hurried design, approval, construction and compliance processes? Data around that points to 7 out of 10 new residential buildings have defects! How Opal Tower, Lacrosse Tower or the London Grenfell Tower tragedy might have been prevented. Guest Details & Links:John Roydhouse - IPWEA Jonathan Russell - Engineers Australia Engineers Australia - NSW Election Read the transcript: www.thelephantintheroom.com.au/podcasts063 Work with Veronica? info@gooddeeds.com.au Work with Chris? hello@wealthful.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.