About this Episode:

In this episode of Infrastructure Matters, IPWEA CEO David Jenkins speaks with Megan Finnie (Senior Asset Manager at Fulton Hogan and Director, IPWEA NSW & ACT) for a compelling conversation on the future of public works and blending academic expertise with frontline experience.

Key Takeaways:

• There's a significant skill shortage in public works.
• Recruitment challenges differ between metropolitan and regional areas.
• Storytelling is crucial to attract young talent to engineering.
• Diversity in engineering is essential for a healthy workforce.

About Megan Finnie:

Megan works for Fulton Hogan as the Senior Asset Manager, and is a Director on the IPWEA NSW & ACT board. Megan has 15 years of experience in asset management. Prior to joining Fulton Hogan, she worked in local government for over 6 years in various asset management roles, responsible for the asset management of Council’s road assets and strategic asset management across the organisation. Megan provided strategic direction to managing council infrastructure assets, prepared asset management plans and strategies, and undertook asset management maturity assessments for the organisation.

About Fulton Hogan:

Fulton Hogan is a leading infrastructure, construction and roadworks company operating across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 90 years of experience, the company delivers essential projects in transport, utilities, energy and civil construction. Known for its focus on quality, safety and long term community outcomes, Fulton Hogan works closely with government and industry partners to build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps communities connected.