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The 6th<br />
<strong>Women</strong> <strong>in</strong> Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leadership Summit 2017<br />
Unlock<strong>in</strong>g leadership potential and promot<strong>in</strong>g yourself <strong>in</strong><br />
today’s <strong>in</strong>novative eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g environment<br />
FEATURED SPEAKERS<br />
Kathryn Burr<br />
Chief Eng<strong>in</strong>eer, HATS<br />
Boe<strong>in</strong>g Defence Australia Ltd<br />
Michelle Henderson<br />
Chief Operat<strong>in</strong>g Officer<br />
PowerNet Ltd<br />
Prue Crawford-Flett<br />
General Manager Power Projects<br />
Downer Group<br />
Allison Golsby<br />
Chief Executive Officer<br />
ConsultM<strong>in</strong>e<br />
Nev Nichols<br />
Chief Executive Officer, Country Regional Network<br />
John Holland<br />
Sean Milfull<br />
General Manager, Peak Downs M<strong>in</strong>e<br />
BHP Billiton Ltd<br />
Alex Fisher<br />
Executive General Manager, Asset Strategy and Delivery<br />
Sunwater<br />
Kym Murphy<br />
Regional Director<br />
Department of Transport and Ma<strong>in</strong> Roads<br />
Anna Quill<strong>in</strong>an<br />
Manager of Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g, Australia East<br />
Worley Parsons<br />
Sandra Collomb<br />
Head of Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Bombardier Transportation<br />
Megan Motto<br />
Chief Executive Officer<br />
Consult Australia<br />
Dr Rochelle Macdonald<br />
General Manager, Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g and Development<br />
North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation<br />
Carl Oberg<br />
Director Coras Solutions Pty Ltd<br />
Retired Commander, Mar<strong>in</strong>e Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<br />
Royal Australian Navy<br />
Evelyn Storey<br />
Deputy Chairperson<br />
The Board of Professional Eng<strong>in</strong>eers of Queensland<br />
Andrew Murray<br />
Aftermarket Manager<br />
Glencore Technology Pty Ltd<br />
Michelle Phillipson<br />
Senior Associate Geotechnical Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<br />
Jacobs Group (Australia) Pty Ltd<br />
Wendy Young<br />
Senior Civil Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<br />
Aurecon<br />
Roger Buckley<br />
Pr<strong>in</strong>cipal Eng<strong>in</strong>eer, Operations<br />
Aurizon<br />
Alexandra Meldrum<br />
Chair, Education and Innovation Committee<br />
Eng<strong>in</strong>eers Australia<br />
PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY<br />
2017 Theme:<br />
‘Break<strong>in</strong>g Barriers’<br />
Pre-Summit Workshop<br />
22 May 2017<br />
Summit<br />
23 & 24 May 2017<br />
Post-Summit Workshop<br />
25 May 2017<br />
Mercure Brisbane<br />
Be <strong>in</strong>spired by the personal journeys<br />
of <strong>in</strong>dustry leaders<br />
Position yourself for promotion by<br />
learn<strong>in</strong>g to embrace opportunities<br />
Build resilience to thrive <strong>in</strong> a complex<br />
and chang<strong>in</strong>g space<br />
Develop <strong>in</strong>fluence and credibility to<br />
propel your career<br />
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS<br />
Book & Pay by 20 March 2017 to<br />
receive an additional Value Plus Discount!<br />
Phone: +61 2 8239 9711<br />
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Pre-Summit Workshop<br />
22 May 2017<br />
9.00 - 4.30<br />
Develop your Leadership Skills <strong>in</strong> Strategy, Change Management and Susta<strong>in</strong>ability<br />
In today’s high-performance environment, it is crucial to use strategic th<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g, the ability to understand, critique and discuss strategy is an important<br />
skill to master. This skill is essential to lead<strong>in</strong>g organisations, <strong>in</strong>fluenc<strong>in</strong>g key decision makers, test<strong>in</strong>g entrepreneurial ideas, or whether you just want to<br />
improve your skills to progress your career. To effectively drive <strong>in</strong>novation <strong>in</strong> the eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g space, change leaders need to understand the basics of<br />
strategy that are sound and implementable.<br />
But how do leaders create change and make a susta<strong>in</strong>able difference? One of the keys for effective leadership and susta<strong>in</strong>able change is to respect<br />
and understand the various perspectives of stakeholders, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g the community. With<strong>in</strong> the eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>dustry and role it is essential that you<br />
establish strong, credible and productive partnerships with stakeholders both <strong>in</strong>ternally and externally. By build<strong>in</strong>g these significant relationships,<br />
organisations are able to effectively <strong>in</strong>fluence and negotiate change to improve company performance.<br />
This <strong>in</strong>teractive workshop will draw upon practical tools and techniques, <strong>in</strong>vit<strong>in</strong>g participants to br<strong>in</strong>g a ‘strategic idea’ which they can then test with<strong>in</strong><br />
the workshop. As a senior executive and board member, Alexandra has managed organisations and projects <strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong>ternational sett<strong>in</strong>gs, challeng<strong>in</strong>g<br />
environments with multiple stakeholders and diverse teams, and <strong>in</strong> this workshop she will present a comprehensive toolkit for enhanc<strong>in</strong>g strategy,<br />
change leadership and susta<strong>in</strong>ability.<br />
Develop<strong>in</strong>g Strategy<br />
• What is strategic th<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g?<br />
• Why is it important?<br />
• Elements of an effective strategy<br />
Change Management and Stakeholder Management<br />
• What is ‘stakeholder analysis’?<br />
• Identify<strong>in</strong>g stakeholders, their needs and wants<br />
• How do we def<strong>in</strong>e, measure and experience effective change management?<br />
• How to execute and implement change effectively and positively<br />
Susta<strong>in</strong>ability<br />
• What do we mean by “susta<strong>in</strong>ability’?<br />
• How can we design susta<strong>in</strong>able strategy?<br />
• Implement<strong>in</strong>g new strategies effectively and efficiently<br />
Application to an example<br />
• Start<strong>in</strong>g with an idea and develop<strong>in</strong>g a strategy framework<br />
• Mapp<strong>in</strong>g change management and stakeholders<br />
• Apply<strong>in</strong>g susta<strong>in</strong>ability considerations to our example<br />
Expert Facilitator: Alexandra Meldrum Chair, Education and Innovation Committee<br />
Eng<strong>in</strong>eers Australia<br />
Alexandra is a chair, speaker and facilitator, with twenty years experience.<br />
A Chartered Professional Eng<strong>in</strong>eer, Alexandra has worked as senior executive <strong>in</strong> mult<strong>in</strong>ational companies develop<strong>in</strong>g strategy, improv<strong>in</strong>g performance<br />
and driv<strong>in</strong>g change. An expert <strong>in</strong> change management and susta<strong>in</strong>ability, she teaches at the Australian Graduate School of Management, University of<br />
New South Wales. She is a former Board Member of Eng<strong>in</strong>eers Australia, the peak organisation for Australian eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g professionals with 100,000<br />
members. Alexandra chairs the Eng<strong>in</strong>eers Australia committee focused on education and <strong>in</strong>novation. She is Manager Strategic Projects at NSW<br />
Department of Industry.<br />
Alexandra is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and has twenty years experience <strong>in</strong> director roles. Alexandra has Bachelors<br />
Degrees <strong>in</strong> Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g and Science, an MBA (Executive) and Masters <strong>in</strong> Economics.<br />
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE<br />
• 8.30 - 9.00 Registration<br />
• 9.00 - 10.40 Session One<br />
• 10.40 - 11.00 Morn<strong>in</strong>g Tea<br />
• 11.00 - 12.30 Session Two<br />
• 12.30 - 1.30 Lunch<br />
• 1.30 - 3.00 Session Three<br />
• 3.00 - 3.20 Afternoon Tea<br />
• 3.20 - 4.30 Session Four<br />
• 4.30 Close of Workshop<br />
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Facilitat<strong>in</strong>g organisational change <strong>in</strong> the<br />
Day One 23 May 2017<br />
2017 Theme: ‘Break<strong>in</strong>g Barriers’<br />
How can you unlock your potential and push through your career barriers?<br />
Every leader made it where they are today by break<strong>in</strong>g through barriers,<br />
tak<strong>in</strong>g a risk and seiz<strong>in</strong>g the opportunities before them. We’ve asked a<br />
number of <strong>in</strong>spirational leaders to share their stories, provid<strong>in</strong>g practical<br />
perspectives on overcom<strong>in</strong>g the barriers confronted on their journey<br />
towards senior level leadership. They will share advice and discuss the<br />
tools needed to achieve leadership success and pave the way to a<br />
reward<strong>in</strong>g career <strong>in</strong> eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
8.30 - 8.55 Registration and Morn<strong>in</strong>g Coffee<br />
8.55 - 9.00 Official Welcome and Open<strong>in</strong>g Remarks from<br />
the Chair<br />
9.00 - 9.40 OPENING KEYNOTE CASE STUDY<br />
The role of unconscious bias <strong>in</strong> effective decision<br />
mak<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g leaders spend most of their time mak<strong>in</strong>g or<br />
help<strong>in</strong>g team members and stakeholders make decisions.<br />
All of these choices will be <strong>in</strong>fluenced to some level by<br />
unconscious processes that lead us to dismiss vital data,<br />
jump to conclusions, and f<strong>in</strong>d <strong>in</strong>formation that clarifies our<br />
exist<strong>in</strong>g beliefs. Kathryn will explore:<br />
• The role of unconscious bias <strong>in</strong> decision mak<strong>in</strong>g<br />
• How to evaluate a circumstance from a more objective<br />
perspective<br />
• Educat<strong>in</strong>g and <strong>in</strong>spir<strong>in</strong>g others to make great decisions<br />
throughout their careers<br />
Kathryn Burr Chief Eng<strong>in</strong>eer, HATS<br />
Boe<strong>in</strong>g Defence Australia Ltd<br />
9.40 - 9.50 Questions and Discussion<br />
9.50 - 10.30 EXPERT COMMENTARY<br />
The impact of cognitive differences on leadership<br />
capability<br />
In the heavily male-dom<strong>in</strong>ated eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>dustry, many<br />
aspir<strong>in</strong>g women leaders may f<strong>in</strong>d themselves curious about<br />
the cognitive basis, and difference, of leadership traits. As<br />
a neuroscientist and bus<strong>in</strong>esswoman, Diane will use this<br />
session to highlight the areas <strong>in</strong> which women have the<br />
opportunity to naturally excel and how you can utilise your<br />
<strong>in</strong>nate talents to achieve your career aspirations. Discuss:<br />
• Current research on the cognitive differences between<br />
men and women<br />
• Leverag<strong>in</strong>g this knowledge to improve engagement and<br />
create a culture of diversity <strong>in</strong> your organisation<br />
• Present<strong>in</strong>g yourself as a confident and competent<br />
professional<br />
Diane Harner Manag<strong>in</strong>g Director<br />
CleverM<strong>in</strong>ds<br />
10.30 - 10.40 Questions and Discussion<br />
10.40 - 10.55 Morn<strong>in</strong>g Tea<br />
10.55 - 11.35 CASE STUDY<br />
Successfully mak<strong>in</strong>g the transition from manager<br />
to leader<br />
Technical expertise is crucial <strong>in</strong> an eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g career<br />
however, when mov<strong>in</strong>g up <strong>in</strong>to a leadership role other<br />
factors become <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>gly more important. When<br />
mak<strong>in</strong>g the transition from manager to leader it is essential<br />
that <strong>in</strong>terpersonal skills are developed and perfected, and<br />
that eng<strong>in</strong>eers are able to not only direct their team with<br />
confidence but be able to relate to them as well. Sandra will<br />
share the story of her successful transition <strong>in</strong>to leadership<br />
and will reflect on how the journey improved her on both a<br />
professional and personal level. Explore:<br />
• Moments of <strong>in</strong>fluence <strong>in</strong> life<br />
• The importance of Emotional Intelligence<br />
• Build<strong>in</strong>g mean<strong>in</strong>gful connections – understand<strong>in</strong>g and<br />
challeng<strong>in</strong>g the status quo<br />
• Ref<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g and improv<strong>in</strong>g conditions for team success<br />
Sandra Collomb Head of Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Bombardier Transportation<br />
11.35 - 11.45 Questions and Discussion<br />
11.45 - 12.35 INTERACTIVE PANEL DISCUSSION<br />
Work / life <strong>in</strong>tegration - How to ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> a positive<br />
and stable balance<br />
Achiev<strong>in</strong>g a perfect balance between work and personal<br />
life can be extremely difficult, especially <strong>in</strong> an <strong>in</strong>tense and all<br />
consum<strong>in</strong>g role. Manag<strong>in</strong>g this successfully can sometimes<br />
feel impossible, especially for those who strive to put<br />
100% <strong>in</strong> to every opportunity. Today’s dynamic panel will<br />
<strong>in</strong>teractively bra<strong>in</strong>storm strategies and solutions for manag<strong>in</strong>g<br />
time effectively whilst still ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g a successful career<br />
trajectory. Discuss:<br />
• Be<strong>in</strong>g able to efficiently prioritise and manage multiple<br />
tasks<br />
• Learn<strong>in</strong>g to establish and implement boundaries<br />
• Us<strong>in</strong>g the impact of new technologies to your advantage<br />
without lett<strong>in</strong>g them take control<br />
Michelle Phillipson Senior Associate Geotechnical<br />
Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<br />
Jacobs Group (Australia) Pty Ltd<br />
Kym Murphy Regional Director<br />
Department of Transport and Ma<strong>in</strong> Roads<br />
Anna Quill<strong>in</strong>an Manager of Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g, Australia East<br />
Worley Parsons<br />
Sean Milfull General Manager, Peak Downs M<strong>in</strong>e<br />
BHP Billiton Ltd<br />
Evelyn Storey Deputy Chairperson<br />
The Board of Professional Eng<strong>in</strong>eers of<br />
Queensland<br />
12.35 - 1.35 Network<strong>in</strong>g Lunch<br />
1.35 - 2.15 CASE STUDY<br />
Unconventional career paths - A crucial asset <strong>in</strong><br />
the progression to your dream position<br />
Professional progression is not always as straightforward as it<br />
seems and choos<strong>in</strong>g an alternative route can sometimes lead<br />
to better opportunities. Throughout her <strong>in</strong>ternationally diverse<br />
career, Michelle has successfully shifted from full-time career<br />
woman, to full-time mum and back aga<strong>in</strong>, requir<strong>in</strong>g her to<br />
rega<strong>in</strong> career momentum and rebuild her support networks<br />
from scratch. In this session, Michelle will share <strong>in</strong>sights from<br />
her career journey. Discuss:<br />
• The relevance of lateral career change and how it is a key<br />
to advanc<strong>in</strong>g your career<br />
• Re-establish<strong>in</strong>g yourself <strong>in</strong> a full time work<strong>in</strong>g environment<br />
• Reconstruct<strong>in</strong>g your network <strong>in</strong> more unfamiliar<br />
surround<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
Michelle Henderson Chief Operat<strong>in</strong>g Officer<br />
PowerNet Ltd<br />
2.15 - 2.25 Questions and Discussion<br />
PLUS TWO WORKSHOPS!<br />
Plus Two Separately Bookable Full-Day<br />
Workshops on 22 & 25 May 2017<br />
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21st century<br />
2.25 - 3.05 EXPERT COMMENTARY<br />
Improv<strong>in</strong>g negotiation skills and re<strong>in</strong>forc<strong>in</strong>g your selfworth<br />
with<strong>in</strong> the <strong>in</strong>dustry<br />
Be<strong>in</strong>g perceived as a serious contender can be challeng<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
especially <strong>in</strong> a competitive <strong>in</strong>dustry full of strong characters. To<br />
negotiate these complex relationships, it is essential for leaders<br />
to draw on their own self belief while at the same time sett<strong>in</strong>g<br />
themselves apart from others. In this session, Allison will draw<br />
on <strong>in</strong>sights from her own eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g career. Explore:<br />
• Negotiat<strong>in</strong>g net worth as a professional<br />
• <strong>Women</strong> support<strong>in</strong>g women - def<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g and apply<strong>in</strong>g common<br />
values to the eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g career<br />
• Improv<strong>in</strong>g and re<strong>in</strong>forc<strong>in</strong>g self-reliance<br />
Allison Golsby Chief Executive Officer<br />
ConsultM<strong>in</strong>e<br />
3.05 - 3.15 Questions and Discussion<br />
3.15 - 3.30 Afternoon Tea<br />
3.30 - 4.20 CASE STUDY<br />
Why failure is so important for success<br />
Failure can often be viewed as a negative, someth<strong>in</strong>g to be<br />
feared or concealed. Be<strong>in</strong>g prepared to embrace risk and<br />
accept<strong>in</strong>g failure pushes leaders outside their comfort zones<br />
and opens up new potential for a leader. Those who have<br />
experienced setbacks and obstacles <strong>in</strong> their careers and<br />
recovered from them understand it is an essential part of<br />
growth for success. In this session, Andrew will explore how<br />
embrac<strong>in</strong>g the possibility of failure has helped him progress <strong>in</strong><br />
his career with Glencore. Discuss:<br />
• The importance of experienc<strong>in</strong>g failure<br />
• Build<strong>in</strong>g resilience<br />
• The importance of ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g a clear goal when failure<br />
strikes<br />
Andrew Murray Aftermarket Manager<br />
Glencore Technology Pty Ltd<br />
4.20 - 4.30 Questions and Discussion<br />
4.30 Conclud<strong>in</strong>g Remarks from the Chair<br />
FACULTY OF EXPERTS<br />
NETWORKING RECEPTION<br />
4:30 - 5:30PM<br />
Make the most of your experience,<br />
jo<strong>in</strong> us to network over complimentary<br />
canapés and dr<strong>in</strong>ks<br />
Teagan Dowler<br />
Founder The Blue Collared Woman<br />
Treasurer Diversity Practitioners Association<br />
Capability Manager STS Consult<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Alison Jardie<br />
Director<br />
Leadership Revolution<br />
Diane Harner<br />
Manag<strong>in</strong>g Director<br />
CleverM<strong>in</strong>ds<br />
SUPER SAVER DISCOUNT<br />
Receive up to $300 off registration if you<br />
register and pay by 10 April 2017<br />
Day Two 24 May 2017<br />
8.30 - 8.55 Morn<strong>in</strong>g Coffee<br />
8.55 - 9.00 Open<strong>in</strong>g Remarks from the Chair<br />
9.00 - 9.40 OPENING CASE STUDY<br />
Empower<strong>in</strong>g aspir<strong>in</strong>g and emerg<strong>in</strong>g leaders<br />
For many eng<strong>in</strong>eers, it can be difficult to know when<br />
to focus on acquir<strong>in</strong>g and develop<strong>in</strong>g leadership skills<br />
rather than grow<strong>in</strong>g technical competence. In the current<br />
operat<strong>in</strong>g environment, however, leadership skills are<br />
important at every level, and build<strong>in</strong>g leadership pipel<strong>in</strong>es<br />
by support<strong>in</strong>g the development and growth of younger<br />
employees is critical. Alex, an executive general manager<br />
with more than 20 years experience <strong>in</strong> the eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
field, is a liv<strong>in</strong>g example of how acquir<strong>in</strong>g these skills early<br />
can lead to long term success. Discuss:<br />
• Implement<strong>in</strong>g a foundation of team-build<strong>in</strong>g and<br />
motivation<br />
• Us<strong>in</strong>g effective communication <strong>in</strong> a technical<br />
environment<br />
• Acquir<strong>in</strong>g and utilis<strong>in</strong>g mentors<br />
Alex Fisher Executive General Manager, Asset<br />
Strategy and Delivery<br />
Sunwater<br />
9.40 - 9.50 Questions and Discussion<br />
9.50 - 10.30 CASE STUDY<br />
Build<strong>in</strong>g leadership skills to accommodate both<br />
gender and cultural diversity<br />
The organisational paradigm with<strong>in</strong> eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g is<br />
chang<strong>in</strong>g and becom<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>gly diverse both<br />
<strong>in</strong> terms of gender and culture. In order to ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><br />
great leadership with<strong>in</strong> the workplace, it is essential<br />
that <strong>in</strong>dividuals become emotionally aware of their<br />
surround<strong>in</strong>gs and able to accommodate change<br />
through effective and strategic communication. Build<strong>in</strong>g<br />
great professional relationships is a must, but this can<br />
sometimes be challeng<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> an environment which is<br />
unfamiliar. In this session, Roger will discuss:<br />
• Accept<strong>in</strong>g a challenge, and the importance of failure<br />
• Develop<strong>in</strong>g high level communication skills<br />
• Establish<strong>in</strong>g positive professional relationships with<strong>in</strong><br />
diverse teams<br />
Roger Buckley Pr<strong>in</strong>cipal Eng<strong>in</strong>eer, Operations<br />
Aurizon<br />
10.30 - 10.40 Questions and Discussion<br />
10.40 - 10.55 Morn<strong>in</strong>g Tea<br />
10.55 - 11.35 EXPERT COMMENTARY<br />
Ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g resilience <strong>in</strong> a fast paced<br />
environment<br />
With<strong>in</strong> any grow<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>dustry, leaders are presented with<br />
conflict and obstacles and it is how they manage these<br />
challenges that ultimately determ<strong>in</strong>es their effectiveness<br />
as a leader. It is essential not to dwell on negative change<br />
but simply bounce back by tak<strong>in</strong>g control of the situation<br />
and manag<strong>in</strong>g it effectively. A former mar<strong>in</strong>e eng<strong>in</strong>eer<br />
with 25 years experience with the Royal Australian Navy,<br />
Carl will discuss how master<strong>in</strong>g a resilient m<strong>in</strong>d set has<br />
enabled him to effectively recover quickly from any conflict<br />
that has crossed his path. Discuss:<br />
• The importance of rema<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g positive when conflict<br />
occurs<br />
• Why risk tak<strong>in</strong>g is an essential part of the leadership<br />
process<br />
• Reflect<strong>in</strong>g on your experiences and us<strong>in</strong>g this as a<br />
future learn<strong>in</strong>g curve<br />
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT<br />
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Break<strong>in</strong>g barriers to achieve leadership success<br />
Carl Oberg Director Coras Solutions Pty Ltd Retired<br />
Commander Mar<strong>in</strong>e Eng<strong>in</strong>eer Royal Australian Navy<br />
Royal Australian Navy<br />
11.35 - 11.45 Questions and Discussion<br />
11.45 - 12.25 EXPERT COMMENTARY<br />
Lead<strong>in</strong>g with resilience <strong>in</strong> challeng<strong>in</strong>g<br />
environments<br />
Influential and resilient leaders are m<strong>in</strong>dful not to fall <strong>in</strong>to the<br />
trap of negativity and self-destructive thoughts and feel<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />
They will f<strong>in</strong>d new and <strong>in</strong>novative ways to keep on top of<br />
an unpredictable situation. In this session, Alison Jardie will<br />
share <strong>in</strong>sights and strategies for develop<strong>in</strong>g the resilience to<br />
lead <strong>in</strong> the challeng<strong>in</strong>g eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g sector, and enabl<strong>in</strong>g an<br />
<strong>in</strong>novative workforce. Explore:<br />
• Techniques to ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> resilience<br />
• Utilis<strong>in</strong>g a strengths-based approach to achieve<br />
maximum potential<br />
• Ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g a supportive culture dur<strong>in</strong>g reform and<br />
test<strong>in</strong>g times<br />
Alison Jardie Director<br />
Leadership Revolution<br />
12.25 - 12.35 Questions and Discussion<br />
12.35 - 1.35 Network<strong>in</strong>g Lunch<br />
1.35 - 2.15 CASE STUDY<br />
Stakeholder engagement and exceed<strong>in</strong>g<br />
expectations<br />
Ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g great stakeholder relationships is essential<br />
to ensure that project requirements and end goals are<br />
aligned. However, ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g these relationships with a<br />
diverse range of stakeholders can be difficult when try<strong>in</strong>g<br />
to focus on one common objective. Excellent stakeholder<br />
management is a fundamental to exert<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>fluence <strong>in</strong> an<br />
organisation, and a key component to a healthy work<strong>in</strong>g<br />
environment. In this session, Rochelle will discuss:<br />
• Provid<strong>in</strong>g certa<strong>in</strong>ty through well-def<strong>in</strong>ed processes<br />
• Understand<strong>in</strong>g your stakeholders and the market <strong>in</strong><br />
which you operate<br />
• Be<strong>in</strong>g adaptable, present and open to change<br />
Dr Rochelle Macdonald General Manager,<br />
Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g and Development<br />
North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation<br />
2.15 - 2.25 Questions and Discussion<br />
2.25 - 3.15 INTERACTIVE PANEL DISCUSSION<br />
Leadership <strong>in</strong> times of hardship and change<br />
The one th<strong>in</strong>g that never changes is change. Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
leaders <strong>in</strong> particular must learn to navigate an everchang<strong>in</strong>g<br />
workplace and master the ability to adapt from<br />
very early on <strong>in</strong> their careers. As they advance <strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong>to senior<br />
roles, change leadership is a key skill that leaders must<br />
develop to keep their organisation on track <strong>in</strong> a dynamic<br />
environment. This can sometimes call for considerable<br />
resilience, and the ability to ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> a positive culture <strong>in</strong> the<br />
face of challenges and uncerta<strong>in</strong>ty. This panel will discuss:<br />
• Embrac<strong>in</strong>g the benefits of change<br />
• Harness<strong>in</strong>g valuable learn<strong>in</strong>gs from experience<br />
• Navigat<strong>in</strong>g through uncerta<strong>in</strong> times<br />
Prue Crawford-Flett General Manager Power<br />
Projects<br />
Downer Group<br />
Nev Nichols Chief Executive Officer, Country<br />
Regional Network<br />
John Holland<br />
Wendy Young Senior Civil Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<br />
Aurecon<br />
3.15 - 3.30 Afternoon Tea<br />
3.30 - 4.30 INTERACTIVE CLOSING ROUNDTABLE<br />
The future of successful leadership for<br />
professionals <strong>in</strong> eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
As the eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>dustry evolves and changes, so too<br />
must aspir<strong>in</strong>g and exist<strong>in</strong>g leaders acquire the skills <strong>in</strong> order<br />
to advance <strong>in</strong> their careers. In this f<strong>in</strong>al <strong>in</strong>teractive session<br />
of the summit, attendees will have the chance to share key<br />
conference takeaways, practical advice and collaborate <strong>in</strong><br />
f<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g practical solutions to implement back <strong>in</strong> the workplace.<br />
This session will enable <strong>in</strong>dividuals to:<br />
• Identify def<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g moments<br />
• Put lessons learned <strong>in</strong>to practice<br />
• Discover personal visions of success<br />
Alexandra Meldrum<br />
Chair, Education and Innovation Committee<br />
Eng<strong>in</strong>eers Australia<br />
4.30 Conclud<strong>in</strong>g Remarks from the Chair<br />
and Summit Close<br />
ABOUT THE EVENT<br />
Despite numerous gender diversity <strong>in</strong>itiatives with<strong>in</strong> organisations, women<br />
cont<strong>in</strong>ue to be significantly under-represented <strong>in</strong> the management ranks<br />
of the eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g profession. While an <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>g number of women are<br />
choos<strong>in</strong>g eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g as a career, their representation at a leadership level<br />
<strong>in</strong> organisations is considerably lower than <strong>in</strong> many other professions. A<br />
multitude of diverse factors contribute towards this severe gender disparity<br />
<strong>in</strong> the sector, evidenced by the variety of issues impact<strong>in</strong>g women’s entry<br />
<strong>in</strong>to the field and success <strong>in</strong> ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g this career direction. In order<br />
for women to be successful <strong>in</strong> the eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g field, they must learn to<br />
navigate the complex environment, overcome common career challenges<br />
and develop their leadership skills.<br />
Liquid Learn<strong>in</strong>g is proud to present the 6th <strong>Women</strong> <strong>in</strong> Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leadership Summit 2017, designed to address the unique challenges that<br />
women face <strong>in</strong> the eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g profession and provide both practical and<br />
proven strategies to overcome obstacles <strong>in</strong> order to facilitate leadership<br />
excellence. Inspirational and successful women, with backgrounds <strong>in</strong><br />
eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g, will share their stories of the barriers overcome <strong>in</strong> their careers<br />
and will offer critical advice to atta<strong>in</strong> success for current and emerg<strong>in</strong>g<br />
leaders.<br />
Take advantage of generous group book<strong>in</strong>g packages and register your<br />
team early to be a part of this engag<strong>in</strong>g conversation!<br />
WHO WILL ATTEND<br />
Aspir<strong>in</strong>g, emerg<strong>in</strong>g and senior leaders <strong>in</strong> a variety of eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g or related<br />
roles across <strong>in</strong>dustries <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g:<br />
• Oil and Gas<br />
• Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g (In house and<br />
Consult<strong>in</strong>g)<br />
• Defence<br />
• Construction<br />
• Infrastructure / Government<br />
Agencies<br />
• Local / Regional Councils<br />
• Utilities<br />
Also attend<strong>in</strong>g:<br />
• Energy<br />
• M<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
• Technology<br />
• Aerospace / Aviation<br />
• Maritime<br />
• Education<br />
• Transport<br />
• Manufactur<strong>in</strong>g<br />
• ICT / Telecommunications<br />
Advocates of change and managers responsible for:<br />
• Diversity / Human Resources / Leadership Development<br />
• <strong>Women</strong> <strong>in</strong> Leadership Program Managers / Committee Members<br />
• Champions of Change / Male Leaders<br />
Phone: +61 2 8239 9711<br />
www.liquidlearn<strong>in</strong>g.com
Post-Summit Workshop<br />
25 May 2017<br />
9.00 - 4.30<br />
Confidence, Courage and challeng<strong>in</strong>g Unconscious Bias<br />
In the Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g field, women rema<strong>in</strong> underrepresented at senior leadership levels, despite <strong>in</strong>creas<strong>in</strong>g representation <strong>in</strong> operational roles. While there<br />
are certa<strong>in</strong>ly external factors affect<strong>in</strong>g this, sometimes the biggest obstacles can come from with<strong>in</strong>. In a traditionally male dom<strong>in</strong>ated <strong>in</strong>dustry, lack<br />
of support structures and unconscious bias can impact confidence when it comes to showcas<strong>in</strong>g leadership qualities, and aspir<strong>in</strong>g women leaders<br />
putt<strong>in</strong>g themselves on the front l<strong>in</strong>e.<br />
It is critical for great leaders to first focus on personal development and master the m<strong>in</strong>dset of courageous leadership. With this foundation <strong>in</strong> place,<br />
eng<strong>in</strong>eers aspir<strong>in</strong>g to leadership roles can develop their emotional <strong>in</strong>telligence, enabl<strong>in</strong>g them to become excellent communicators, which <strong>in</strong> turn<br />
empowers them to negotiate encultured challenges like unconscious bias.<br />
This workshop will equip <strong>in</strong>dividuals with the skills they need to be <strong>in</strong>fluential leaders, and focus on why confidence and self belief are a crucial part of<br />
success. It will address and offer strategies for promot<strong>in</strong>g yourself to senior management, and enable women to flourish <strong>in</strong> their eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g careers.<br />
Attendees will walk away prepared to strengthen their voice and maximise themselves as authentic, valuable <strong>in</strong>dividuals.<br />
Creat<strong>in</strong>g powerful communication skills<br />
• Engag<strong>in</strong>g employees and build<strong>in</strong>g trust<br />
• Communicat<strong>in</strong>g with clarity<br />
• Know<strong>in</strong>g when to listen to your employees and ensur<strong>in</strong>g you cont<strong>in</strong>uously value them as <strong>in</strong>dividuals<br />
Utilis<strong>in</strong>g Emotional Intelligence<br />
• The capability to relate to employees<br />
• Manag<strong>in</strong>g your own emotions as well as manag<strong>in</strong>g others<br />
• Strategically us<strong>in</strong>g and apply<strong>in</strong>g emotions with<strong>in</strong> the workplace<br />
• Recognis<strong>in</strong>g and regulat<strong>in</strong>g emotional triggers<br />
Tackl<strong>in</strong>g Unconscious Bias<br />
• Understand<strong>in</strong>g the cognitive processes that form unconscious bias<br />
• Identify<strong>in</strong>g and address<strong>in</strong>g any bias that is present<br />
• Overrid<strong>in</strong>g unconscious bias through promotion of <strong>in</strong>dividual skills<br />
Expert Facilitator: Teagan Dowler Founder Blue Collared Woman, Treasurer Diversity Practitioners Assoc. ,<br />
Capability Manager STS Consult<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Teagan is a tertiary qualified Human Resources professional with HR Consult<strong>in</strong>g and HR Generalist experience. Her particular strengths <strong>in</strong>clude project<br />
development and project implementation, performance management, leadership development, coach<strong>in</strong>g, diversity and <strong>in</strong>clusion. Teagan holds a<br />
Masters <strong>in</strong> Human Resource Management and a Bachelor of Science, Psychology, and has experience <strong>in</strong> heavy <strong>in</strong>dustry site and corporate roles,<br />
professional services and health care. Author of Rules of the Game: <strong>Women</strong> <strong>in</strong> the Mascul<strong>in</strong>e Industries, which explores the realities for women <strong>in</strong> the<br />
construction, resource and eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>dustries. Teagan has provided an excellent resource for any woman who wants to get ahead <strong>in</strong> her career and<br />
for any man who wants to understand how they can make a positive impact on the experiences of women <strong>in</strong> the mascul<strong>in</strong>e workplace. Teagan also<br />
volunteers her time as Treasurer of the Diversity Practitioners Association <strong>in</strong> Brisbane and as a M<strong>in</strong>isterial Committee member for the School of Student<br />
Leadership <strong>in</strong> Victoria.<br />
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE<br />
• 8.30 - 9.00 Registration<br />
• 9.00 - 10.40 Session One<br />
• 10.40 - 11.00 Morn<strong>in</strong>g Tea<br />
• 11.00 - 12.30 Session Two<br />
• 12.30 - 1.30 Lunch<br />
• 1.30 - 3.00 Session Three<br />
• 3.00 - 3.20 Afternoon Tea<br />
• 3.20 - 4.30 Session Four<br />
• 4.30 Close of Workshop<br />
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The 6th <strong>Women</strong> <strong>in</strong> Eng<strong>in</strong>eer<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leadership Summit 2017<br />
22, 23, 24 & 25 May 2017<br />
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