AQUATEC - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- General Manager Operations
- Member of the Executive Leadership Team
Andrew is the General Manager of Operations at Aquatec. He has extensive experience gained from managing multi-discipline teams in both large corporations and small to medium sized businesses, with a proven track record delivering complex construction projects across different industries.
Combining global and domestic experience, Andrew successfully managed the start-up operations and delivery of a multi-million-dollar telecommunications project across Scotland and Australia, delivering the project on time, within budget and against aggressive targets.
Job Titles:
- Senior Technical Consultant
Andrew brings a wealth of expertise and experience in odour control and mitigation. Known for his profound comprehension of odour science, Andrew is adept at working with businesses in a diverse array of industries, delivering customised solutions and strategies to neutralise and manage noxious odours. Andrew's proficiency extends to conducting comprehensive odour assessments and implementing and designing customised strategies that align with regulatory standards.
His commitment to developing sustainable solutions has resulted in the development of Aquatec's OmniSmart controller, a fully automated, preprogrammed device that accurately controls flows within reticulation systems.
A thought leader in the field, Andrew is regularly involved in client trials of new and emerging technology, at a global level. He shares his insights into the latest advancements in odour control methodologies by contributing to industry publications and as a guest speaker to conferences and webinars.
A Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng), Bob's extensive experience includes designing and overseeing the construction of systems, reservoirs, and water treatment infrastructures. Collaborating seamlessly with interdisciplinary teams, Bob integrates structural considerations into water infrastructure projects, ensuring that safety, innovation and compliance with industry standards are prioritised. His approach encompasses a deep understanding of the unique challenges posed by water projects, contributing to the successful implementation of reliable and sustainable solutions.
In his role at Aquatec, Bob manages each project using a distinctive combination of technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills. Proficient in several structural analysis software packages, he is able to communicate complex structural concepts through 3D modelling and detailed drawings.
Continually exploring innovative materials and construction techniques, he strives to contribute to water systems' long-term viability and efficiency.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Executive Leadership Team
- HSEQ Manager
Brett is an exceptionally skilled and qualified HSEQ manager at Aquatec. He has over 16 years' experience in the construction industry and throughout his career he has worked alongside industry leading Tier 1 contractors, such as John Holland.
Brett excels in developing, implementing and monitoring comprehensive HSEQ strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across complex projects. His knowledge and expertise are a testament to the unyielding commitment he applies to health, safety, environment, and quality. Brett has attained several qualifications including a Diploma of Occupational Health and Safety.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Executive Leadership Team
- Chartered Quantity Surveyor With a Bachelor of Laws
- Commercial & Estimating Manager
With over 25 years' of construction experience, Clint is the Commercial & Estimating Manager at Aquatec with expertise in project management, quantity surveying, and contractual law. He brings a broad understanding of knowledge to the Aquatec team, implementing business strategies, risk mitigation, and commercial operations.
As a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with a Bachelor of Laws, Clint has worked across a vast number of large projects in Australia and overseas engaging with clients such as Multiplex, Telstra, Optus, New South Wales Telecommunications Authority, Shell International, and the Ministry of Defence in the United Kingdom.
Clint has partnered with reputable consultants, developers, and contractors on high and low-rise residential and commercial projects and whilst working at Aquatec, he has collaborated on a variety of water infrastructure developments partnering with John Holland, Downer, Greater Western Water, and Lendlease.
Clint uses a hands-on approach by leading the Estimating and Commercial team ensuring processes and procedures are understood and implemented whilst building and maintaining strong relationships with Aquatec's clients.
Darren brings four decades of experience in the water industry. A culturally aware and competent manager, he has a successful record of establishing mutually beneficial partnerships in Oceania and the Far East. His ability to devise and implement comprehensive business plans and tactics ensures that he delivers client-centric solutions that optimise outcomes and maximise value for our clients. Darren's plays a pivotal role in our expansion to new international markets.
In his current role, he works with several of our partners from councils, consulting engineers, developers, private owners, and water authorities to implement low-pressure sewer systems, pump stations, maintenance holes, and odour systems.
Job Titles:
- Key Account Executive
- Sales & Business Support QLD
As Aquatec's Key Account Executive, Ellen continues to play a pivotal role in driving the company's success forward. With a rich background spanning both the Public and Private sectors, Ellen brings a unique blend of expertise in Urban Planning, Environmental Management, Project Management, and Strategic Sales. Her dedication lies in overseeing Aquatec's end-to-end process, from the initial stages of solution optineering and client consultation to the intricate phases of design, construction, project delivery, and commissioning.
Ellen's primary focus remains on collaborating with clients and industry partners, including engineers, contractors, developers, and water authorities, to ensure their success and cultivate long-term, strategic relationships. By actively managing the entire process, Ellen fosters enduring partnerships, reflecting Aquatec's commitment to excellence in water, wastewater and odour management alongside valued industry collaborators.
With twelve years of experience in the Urban Planning & Environmental sector, Ellen possesses a deep understanding of the challenges and objectives faced by clients. This understanding enables her to develop strategic plans that drive success effectively. Leveraging her leadership skills cultivated over eight years of managing teams and sales initiatives across Asia and Australia, Ellen has been instrumental in fostering growth and enhancing client relationships.
Ellen's commitment to providing continuous and frequent support to clients sets her apart, ensuring that their needs are not only met but exceeded. Her dedication to excellence and her ability to navigate complex projects make her an indispensable asset to Aquatec and its valued partners.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Executive Leadership Team
- General Manager - Design
A senior leader with 20 years of extensive operational and program management experience and expertise in the infrastructure industry. Harry brings an outcome focused approach and employees a strategic approach in managing operations, delivering strong commercial outcomes and developing high performance culture.
As General Manager - Design, Harry leads best-practise processes and engages the organization in delivering efficiency and improved customer services outcomes. Along with driving a culture of customer and organisaton success, Harry is an influential stakeholder manager with strong track record in navigating commercial, customer and operational priorities.
Harry believes in building strong relationships based on trust with the client base and operational teams. He also facilitates, coaches and actively develops the capability of the leadership team.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Executive Leadership Team
- APAC CEO
Harvey is the APAC Chief Executive Officer and Board Director at Aquatec. He manages a large and talented management team throughout Australasia. His unwavering commitment to Aquatec's customers and their needs are the core values of the business and at the forefront of its operations. Combined with this is his belief and expertise to provide innovative water and wastewater solutions that deliver long-term benefits, to create a more sustainable future.
With in-depth knowledge of Australian Standards and specifications across Local Councils and Water Authorities, he works closely with Aquatec's inhouse engineers to develop compliant solutions. He is committed to leading extensive research and development and creating new product solutions that serve communities as they grow.
Harvey's focus and hands-on approach is to foster continuous improvement, drive innovation, motivate the team, and consistently pursue market opportunities throughout Australasia.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Executive Leadership Team
- Executive Strategy & Growth
With over 35 years' experience in the water industry, Ivan is responsible for leading the Aquatec Oceana Business Development and Sales Teams, in the role of Executive Strategy & Growth.
Ivan began his career at Sydney Water as an Cadet Mechanical Engineer working his way up to Project Engineer and Project Manager. He then undertook a role at Spirac Engineering, developing his broad expertise in, byproducts handling from concept, design, supply, installation and commissioning, working across numerous projects and business development throughout Australia and New Zealand.
Ivan was the General Manager and National Product Manager for Aquatec Maxcon and then went on to a position of Client Manager for Veolia Water Technologies, managing developing several Mining, Oil & Gas opportunities in Australasia and overseas.
Prior to joining Aquatec, Ivan worked at Abergeldie for over 7 years across multi-sector water infrastructure including large projects such as Mt Piper Water Treatment Plant, long-term collaborative programs for an array of utility clients including Melbourne Water, Sydney Water, Hunter Water Panel, and Water NSW, and program manager for WaterNSW panel.
Ivan is skilled in building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Outside of work, Ivan is committed to volunteering at, AWA, WaterAID, IWAA, and Vinnies Van. He was on the Australian Water Association (AWA) NSW Committee for 10 years and was the former Vice President. He has received two AWA awards: 2020 Roger Pettit Award and 2022 Legend of Water.
Job Titles:
- Key Account Manager
- National Sales Manager
- Key Account Executive
With over 15 years in the water industry, Jade Hawkes is one of our experienced advisors and managers at Aquatec. Jade's expertise lies in overseeing and implementing large and complex projects, consistently surpassing client expectations. Her proactive approach to account management ensures continuous delivery of high-quality customer service to Aquatec's key clients. She possesses an in-depth understanding of the client's business, risk management, and project needs, allowing her to tailor Aquatec's services and products to meet evolving requirements. Her keen business acumen and strategic mindset come to the forefront as she identifies and drives new business opportunities with clients, focusing on large organisations in the construction and water industries.
With a Bachelor of Business (Human Relations and Marketing), Jade brings a unique blend of strategic insight and hands-on experience to her role. As a seasoned professional, she excels in developing and maintaining effective long-term relationships with key client decision-makers. Not only does Jade maintain an in-depth understanding of business strategy, but she also excels in interacting and collaborating effectively with senior business managers and C-level executives to develop and implement projects that vividly demonstrate the value delivered by Aquatec's products and services. She leads, plans, and implements clear and effective projects, ensuring the results align seamlessly with client expectations, through all project stages, from client consultation to life-cycle management.
Jade's commitment to Aquatec's vision of delivering excellence is evident in her role as she continues to expand Aquatec's business through strategy and delivery-led growth throughout Australasia.
Job Titles:
- Chief Financial Officer
- Member of the Executive Leadership Team
Matt has over 35 years extensive experience in finance and commercial practices. As the Chief Financial Officer at Aquatec, he is primarily responsible for the company's financial strategy, performance planning, and governance. Matt completed a Bachelor of Business and is a Chartered Accountant with expertise in corporate finance, risk management and regulatory compliance.
Throughout his career, Matt has worked in several different industries including infrastructure, public transport, technology start-ups and banking. He has in-depth knowledge and a global market perspective from undertaking commercial leadership roles in large multinational companies across Australia and Asia, within the government and private sector.
Matt values and adheres to a professional working environment characterised by a steadfast commitment to personal accountability. His management style is to empower his team and demonstrate a high level of integrity, trust and respect to achieve superior results.
Job Titles:
- Christchurch Business Development Manager
Job Titles:
- Chief Marketing Officer
- Member of the Executive Leadership Team
- Senior Executive
Michelle is a highly accomplished senior executive with extensive experience in strategy, general operations management, marketing, communications, PR, membership, sales, and governance. With a Bachelor of Business in Logistics Management and a Master of Business Marketing, Michelle brings an array of knowledge and skills to Aquatec, having an intrinsic understanding of the Australian consumer services environment.
Michelle's previous roles have primarily focused on delivering seamless experiences to customers across the key contact points and service channels of an organisation. She now applies this approach and expertise to Aquatec's customers, projects and partners in the role of Chief Marketing Officer.
For over 7 years' Michelle worked for ACS as both State Manager and Strategic Initiatives Executive (MAB). Prior to this role, Michelle was the Director, Membership, Marketing and Communications for AMA Victoria, International Marketing and PR Manager for international hospitality and facilities management group, Delaware North Companies International (DNCI), and held senior marketing roles with Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind (now known as Vision Australia), KPMG Consulting and London based online retailer, Little Acorn Company.
Michelle brings her professional acumen and commercial proficiency to Aquatec as she continues to work with government leaders, clients, media, partners, and major stakeholder groups. Her aim is to ensure that all Aquatec clients have an excellent experience.
Job Titles:
- Technical Consultant - Business Development ( Odour Control )
Robie holds a Master of Engineering Management and a degree in Chemical Engineering and has over a decade of experience as an Odour Consultant in the water industry. Throughout his career, he has been consulted to diagnose and troubleshoot complex odour-related issues associated with water and wastewater treatment facilities. His areas of expertise include specialist consulting, septicity modelling, FEED, and design and commissioning of odour and biogas facilities in Australia and the Asia Pacific.
In his current role at Aquatec, Robie collaborates with clients from water and waste treatment authorities to assess, analyse and implement cutting-edge odour control technologies. His ability to tailor solutions to the specific needs of each treatment facility, considering factors such as treatment processes, geographical location, and environmental impact, makes him a sought-after expert in the field.
Robie tackles each project considering both technical and regulatory aspects. His commitment to sustainability is evident in his dedication to finding environmentally friendly, cost-effective solutions. He keeps abreast of the latest advancements in odour control technology, ensuring his clients benefit from the most innovative and efficient solutions available. Having worked on diverse projects globally, Robie offers a unique and broad perspective that contributes to the overall improvement of odour and biogas treatment processes and procedures.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Executive Leadership Team
- General Manager Manufacturing
Russell has 25+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing and service-based industries globally, most notably the Asia-Pacific and North America regions.
He is able to optimise business performance and drive growth through a blend of bigger picture thinking with a broad and deep understanding of business operations and profit drivers.
A strategic thinker with a highly analytical mindset that visualises business models in terms of structure, processes, and controls, Russell identifies and validates creative solutions to business challenges. Critically, these skills are combined with an understanding of people and business dynamics.
Job Titles:
- Logistics / Project Assembler
Juggling an ever-increasing project pipeline, Taylah is responsible for each project's assembly and logistical dimensions. With a keen eye for detail and strong time management skills, Taylah plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials and products from our warehouse to each project site. Her commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality in both assembly and logistics processes ensures we deliver excellence throughout each stage of each project.
Taylah's resourcefulness and continuous improvement mindset contribute to process refinement and optimisation, for better client outcomes and optimal productivity. Located in Aquatec's Shepparton warehouse, she coordinates her workflow with precision and efficiency to maintain seamless coordination between the various stages of the supply chain.
Taylah's role in ensuring the cost-effective and timely execution of projects is foundational to Aquatec's client care.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Executive Leadership Team
- National Project Manager
As Aquatec's National Project Manager, Zubair is responsible for a vast number of projects, ensuring their successful completion and delivery. Having worked across Australia and New Zealand, Zubair understands the meticulous intricacies of pump stations and fibreglass maintenance holes to the complex realm of odour control systems.
With expansive construction experience across residential, commercial and industrial projects, Zubair is involved in all stages of the project from design conceptualisation, strategic procurement and project management and execution. He has partnered with an impressive array of clients including Sydney Water, Icon Water, Unity Water, Port of Melbourne and Ford Australia.
Aquatec's unwavering dedication to innovation and advancement seamlessly aligns with Zubair's values and passion to achieve the highest standards in project management. He exemplifies a positive approach and demeanour with robust stakeholder management to achieve projects being delivered on time, within budget and to client satisfaction.
Zubair has completed a Bachelors Degree in Engineering and a Masters Degree in Engineering Sciences.