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SUMMARY:Melbourne - Members Only Asset Management Technical Workshop on Asset Management Updates
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss out on an essential technical workshop on Saturday\, 14th October\, hosted by the AM Council at the State Library in Melbourne. This event comes a day after our annual national asset management symposium\, so why not make a weekend of it and attend both? \nWe’ll be diving deep into the latest updates in the field of Asset Management. This workshop will focus on critical changes to the GFMAM Landscape Document and the ISO 5500x series of standards. More importantly\, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in lively discussions about how these updates could be integrated into the AM Council’s own asset management framework to make it more robust and contemporary. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nLocation: State Library\, Melbourne\nDate: Saturday\, 14th October\nFocus on GFMAM Landscape Document and ISO 5500x series updates\nEngaging discussions on integrating updates into the AM Council’s framework\nA light luncheon will be provided\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the asset management arena\, this workshop offers a unique platform to gain insights\, ask questions\, and contribute to the evolution of asset management practices. \nPlease Note: This event is free for AM Council members only. Registration is essential to secure your spot. \nSecure your spot today and be part of shaping the future of asset management! \n  \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/melbourne-members-only-asset-management-technical-workshop-on-asset-management-updates/
LOCATION:State Library Victoria\, 328 Swanston Street\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Melbourne Chapter Events
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SUMMARY:Perth - AMPEAK Insights Proactive Asset Management in the Digital Age
DESCRIPTION:“AMPEAK Insights: Proactive Asset Management in the Digital Age” offers a deep dive into three pivotal presentations from AMPEAK 2023. This session illuminates the challenges and solutions surrounding “Infant Mortality” in assets across industries\, emphasizing its unforeseen occurrences and mitigation strategies. It further delves into the transformative journey of Water Corporation’s shift from traditional data handling to the innovative Operations Intelligence (OI) framework\, underscoring the power of data-driven decision-making in asset management. Lastly\, the event showcases Silver Edge Technologies’ ground-breaking approach in devising a 10-year renewals program for urban rail\, highlighting the synergy between analytical data and engineering expertise. Together\, these presentations encapsulate the essence of modern\, proactive asset management strategies in our increasingly digital world. \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the presentations and speakers:  \nInfant Mortality – Case Studies with Practical Solutions \nInfant Mortality can (and does) occur in all industries. Early failure of assets is generally known as Infant Mortality. These early failures can occur on newly commissioned assets or recently refurbished or maintained assets. These failures can cause delays to projects\, resulting in significant lost revenue\, as well as exposure to safety risks. \nThis presentation will explain in detail the theory of Infant Mortality and use a number of case studies to illustrate examples of Infant Mortality during different phases of the life cycle. While most asset managers are familiar with Infant Mortality during the early life or commissioning phase\, this paper will focus on the occurrence of Infant Mortality during the operate and maintain phase of the life cycle. In each case study\, potential mitigation will be outlined\, demonstrating how the failure and the resulting consequences could have been avoided or at least minimised. \nAt the end of this presentation\, the audience will have a better understanding of Infant Mortality and the consequences of not anticipating its occurrence. The presentation will also provide some practical measures to prevent or mitigate the occurrence of Infant Mortality. \nMark Mackenzie\, Principal Advisor\, One North \nMark is a highly qualified and experienced engineer with over thirty five years’ experience in maintenance\, reliability\, and asset management. He is a Chartered Engineer\, a Certified Maintenance and Reliability Engineer and a Certified Fellow of Asset Management who is also a Fellow of Engineers Australia and an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia. Mark has worked extensively in Australia and overseas in a variety of roles and industries. He has worked in multinational companies\, as well as specialist consulting companies where his technical and leadership advice is keenly sought and received. He is an experienced facilitator and a sought – after speaker who regularly presents technical papers and tutorials at national and international conferences. He also delivers university lectures to undergraduates and post graduates and provides training on behalf of the Asset Management Council of Australia. \n\n					\nOperations Intelligence – Improving Asset Management through effective use of data \nWater Corporation is a large\, complex organisation with around 4\,000 people. We service over 17\,000KM of sewer mains\, supply almost 400 billion litres of water\, and operate a vast number of treatment processes state-wide. \nTo achieve these feats efficiently and safely\, we need high-quality data about our assets and the confidence to use this data in decision-making. Ideally\, our data should drive process improvements\, leading to superior product quality with reduced labour\, chemicals\, energy\, and capital expenditure. For this to happen\, the right information must be presented to the appropriate audience in an understandable format and at the correct cadence. \nIn the past\, our approach relied heavily on Excel spreadsheets. While these were relatively user-friendly\, they had limited capabilities. They were time-consuming\, error-prone\, and challenging to scale. Extracting insights was entirely manual\, as was the integration of multiple data streams. \nOur solution was to develop a PI Asset Framework database\, which we named Operations Intelligence (OI). \nThe primary objectives in developing OI were to make operational data meaningful and accessible to the entire business. We also aimed to create opportunities for faster decision-making as close to the operational front as possible. The technical nature of the framework allows us to identify the elements of a process\, specify relationships within that process\, and organise these in a manner that’s easy to understand. Moreover\, it’s been designed to work across all our projects and teams. This means we can standardise all data streams into one framework. By establishing a single source of truth\, we’ve ensured that all operational and asset decisions are made using aligned data. \nOI has rapidly enhanced our data maturity\, setting us on the path to becoming a data-driven business where accurate and effective information underpins all decisions. \nBradley Shand\, Senior Technical Advisor – Advanced Operational Solutions\, Water Corporation \nBradley Shand works for the Water Corporation as a Senior Technical Advisor in Advanced Operational Solutions. Since starting his career eight years ago as a process engineer in wastewater treatment he has since expanded to work across the full spectrum of water assets. In recent years Bradley has specialised on the enhancement and use of operational data and converting it to functional information. He has long been an advocate for improved asset and process management through effective use of data and information. This is in pursuit of improving operational and investment sustainability of being able to do more with less. \n\n					\nDevising Long Term Asset Renewal Plans with Health Indicators \nPublic infrastructure asset owners grapple with a costly trade-off: limiting the risk of asset failure while meeting service level requirements. It’s essential to consider all available risk indicators. This consideration ensures a balance between implementing a proactive strategy for enhanced decision-making and reacting to asset failures. A significant challenge is crafting a combination of analytical and engineering solutions that consolidate available asset\, condition\, and operational data for better maintenance and operational decision-making. \nSilver Edge Technologies was engaged to devise an optimised 10-year renewals programme for an urban rail operator. Our approach centred on analysing data from various sources\, constructing a linear model of the network\, and aligning asset condition data with this model. Drawing from our extensive experience in the practical application of asset management\, we collaboratively developed track health indices. These were visualised alongside condition data on an interactive dashboard\, facilitating a prioritised 10-year renewal plan. This dashboard offers insights for engineering examinations and in-depth exploration of condition data from neighbouring locations. \nOur engineers conducted field inspections of critical assets and sites to further validate the insights from the dashboard. Data from these inspections\, combined with dashboard information\, was utilised to pinpoint and prioritise locations for upcoming maintenance. Major periodic maintenance was planned and outlined at these sites\, capitalising on our expertise in maintenance execution. \nOur approach enhanced understanding of asset performance and condition\, leading to heightened confidence in maintenance budgeting and resource allocation. This understanding ensures fact-based planning and increased efficiency in long-term maintenance due to the standardisation of planned renewal works. We realised efficiency gains via automatic data ingestion into a dashboard that incorporates intricate asset health calculations and prioritisation indices. Importantly\, we found that synergies between analytical and engineering resources can be nurtured in asset management\, especially in situations where data silos or complexity might otherwise obstruct engineering assessments and maintenance planning. \nJozef Raijmakers\, Asset Management Lead\, Silver Edge \nJozef has 12 years of experience in Asset Management and is a specialist in Rail Technology with proven ability to analyse complex business processes\, initiate improvements\, and implement solutions. Jozef has recently delivered a 10-year rail maintenance and renewal plan for the public transport owner’s major periodic maintenance project. Previously in the Netherlands\, he worked on the ProRail performance-based maintenance contracts\, where he was responsible for the implementation of work management processes and maintenance contracts\, and initiating optimisations for maintenance activities based on analytics of remote condition monitoring technology. Other recent technology projects include coordinating the commissioning and operational readiness of track-recording vehicles and working with Australian heavy haul operators creating the strategy\, processes\, and operational readiness plan for a fault management Control Centre for rail networks. He also developed a comprehensive Digital Asset Management Information Strategy and implementation roadmap of projects. This digital strategy includes introducing and implementing new technologies such as Remote Condition Monitoring and Digital Twins. \n\n					\nClick here to register
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/perth-ampeak-insights-proactive-asset-management-in-the-digital-age/
LOCATION:City of Perth Library\, 573 Hay Street\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth Chapter Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230919T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T053829
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SUMMARY:Canberra - Unlocking the human dimension
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an electrifying evening that’s sure to be a game-changer for your understanding of business policy and tech decision-making! \n? Kick-Off: We’ll dive right in with a captivating introduction that explores the invaluable insights the human perspective brings to the world of business and technology. \n? Rapid-Fire Insights: Don’t miss our fast-paced\, enlightening segments featuring two seasoned asset management experts and three rising stars in the field. Get ready for real-world wisdom\, fresh perspectives\, and actionable advice! \n✨ Why You Should Attend: \n\nGain a holistic understanding of the human element in business and tech\nNetwork with industry leaders and emerging talents\nWalk away with actionable insights you can apply immediately\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speakers:\nWayne Francisco\, Senior Technical Director\, GHD; and Asset Management Council Canberra Chapter Chair\nWayne has been providing technical support to asset management services for more than 20 years. Wayne’s first exposure to asset management practice 25 years ago was within a water utility where the management of the infrastructure systems centred around business risk management. Within that experience Wayne has specialised in organisational transformation programs\, working with executive teams\, business managers\, technical specialists\, and frontline operations people to support their drive and initiatives for change. \nAndrew Grant\, Senior Engineer\, Icon Water\n\nA passionate Asset Manager\, Andrew is committed to improving awareness and the benefits of sustainable infrastructure management practices. With over 30 years’ experience working on public infrastructure projects\, Andrew has developed a strong knowledge and understanding of asset management requirements focused on service delivery. \n  \n\nJoe Gillespie\, Strategic Analyst\, Snowy Hydro Limited\nShikhar Vaid\, Principal Analyst\, AEMO Services\nTalha Ahmad\, Asset Investment Optimisation Engineer\, Evoenergy\n\n 
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/canberra-unlocking-the-human-dimension/
LOCATION:Engineering House\, 11 National Circuit\, Barton\, ACT\, 2600\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Canberra Chapter Events,Chapter Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230914T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T053829
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SUMMARY:Auckland Symposium (in person or online) - Getting the balance right - Incorporating resilience in Asset Management
DESCRIPTION:This annual one-day New Zealand based technical symposium brings representatives from various industries together to share asset management experiences and challenges\, and provides a forum for networking & information sharing. \nThis year’s theme is getting the balance right – incorporating resilience in asset management. \nThis will be a hybrid event\, with options for those who can attend in person and those who would prefer to access the symposium virtually / online. The ‘in person’ symposium will be held at the Auckland University of Technology Conference Centre on Thursday 14 September 2023. \nThe cost in Australian dollars to attend either in person or online is: AMCouncil members $150\, non-members $310\, students $50. \nClick here to register\n  \nOn the agenda: \n\nBalancing the needs of today and tomorrow – Geoff Cooper (General Manager – Strategy\, Te Waihanga New Zealand Infrastructure Commission)\nUnison’s experience through Cyclone Gabrielle – Mitch Graham (Fault Avoidance & Constraints Engineer\, Unison)\nAuckland University of Technology or Assets Under Trauma? – David Curry\, AUT\nGFMAM landscape and TC251 update – Martin Kerr and Adele Jones\nUnderstanding asset condition at an airport – Stewart Symon (Asset Manager\, Auckland Airport) and Raymond Sloot (Manager Engineering Services\, Auckland Airport)\nCritical Infrastructure Natural Hazards Resilience Research Overview – Professor Liam Wotherspoon (Civil and Environmental Engineering\, University of Auckland)\n\nFull topic and speaker details below. \n \n\n					\nBalancing the needs of today and tomorrow\nGeoff Cooper\, General Manager – Strategy\, Te Waihanga (NZ Infrastructure Commission)\nIn a world where change is occurring at an ever-accelerating rate\, against a backdrop of global uncertainty and increasing costs for infrastructure – how do we meet our needs today\, address the challenges of our time and protect the future? \nWhile a lot of attention is given to new projects\, 99% of the infrastructure we need for the future is already with us today. As such\, the New Zealand Infrastructure Strategy Rautaki Hanganga highlights that a large part of New Zealand’s infrastructure deficit is the cost of maintaining and renewing existing infrastructure. \nTo manage the infrastructure challenges we face\, it is critical to get better use from this existing infrastructure\, and improve how we maintain and manage it. Geoff will place asset management within the greater national infrastructure challenge and discuss some of the knotty choices ahead\, as we grapple with the significant challenge of stewardship for the assets already around us. \nGeoff Cooper has a background in global policy having worked for the United Nations\, the United States Treasury and the Federal Reserve. \nBefore becoming GM Strategy at Te Waihanga (the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission)\, Geoff worked as a Chief Economist at Auckland Council and at PwC. \nGeoff holds a Master of Economics with First Class Honours from the University of Auckland and a Master of Public Affairs from Princeton University. \n\n					\nUnison’s experience through Cyclone Gabrielle\nMitch Graham\, Fault Avoidance & Constraints Engineer\, Unison\nIn February 2023 cyclone Gabrielle hit New Zealand. This was the costliest tropical cyclone on record in the southern hemisphere\, with total damages estimated to be at least $13.5 billion. The scale of damage and disruption to Unisons electricity distribution network was the most severe in living memory. This presentation will tell the story of Unisons response and ongoing recovery\, and how good asset management practices supported Unisons readiness and reduced the potential effects of such an event. \nMitch is a chartered electrical engineer and an asset management practitioner. Starting his career in the electricity distribution sector at Unison Networks\, Mitch cut his teeth in an operational engineering role within the Network Operation Centre. Since then\, Mitch has worked in Asset Management with a focus on overhead lines. His specialty areas include overhead conductor and timber pole condition assessment\, as well as asset risk modelling for renewal planning. Mitch has been an active member of seven electricity industry asset management working groups and steering committees\, and the chair of the Overhead Line Designers Forum. In 2023\, Mitch was named as the Electricity Engineers’ Association Young Engineer of the Year. \n\n					\nAUT – Auckland University of Technology or Assets Under Trauma?\nDavid Curry\, Group Director Estates Operations\, Auckland University of Technology\nThis presentation maps the development of Asset Management practice at AUT over the past 20 years and the (mostly) positive influence of Government Policy in the sector.  It covers the practical application of asset management in the operation of a large portfolio especially in relation to risk management and sustainability.  It seeks to offer a view on what an operational portfolio owners might want from their AM teams; ie what product are you offering?  The presentation will also cover how AM info is used in supporting the development of AUT’s Property Strategy. \nDavid has been involved in the planning\, development\, operation and maintenance of large public-sector property portfolios for over 35 years.  He holds a Pg Cert in Facilities Management from the University College of Estate Management and a Pg Dip in Disaster Risk Management from Auckland University of Technology.\n \n\n					\nUpdate of Global Forum on Maintenance & Aset Management (GFMAM) Asset Management Landscape Revision\nMartin Kerr\, AMCouncil Members’ Representative on TC251\, and Adele Jones\, Principal – Strategic Advisory (Asset Management)\, WSP New Zealand\nThis presentation will provide an overview of work being completed on GFMAM’s Project Number 24: The Asset Management Landscape 3rd Edition. AM Council has the Project 24 Leadership role\, and has a group of members who are feeding into the revision of the Asset Management Landscape 3rd Edition. \nThe purpose of the GFMAM Landscape is to describe our common understanding of Asset Management\, particularly highlighting its breadth; and to provide a globally agreed framework against which knowledge bases and practices can be aligned\, compared\, and contrasted. The Landscape complements the ISO 55000 suite of standards and related material\, which is primarily intended to address the use of a Management System. \nThis presentation will provide an overview of the Asset Management Landscape document\, key areas of proposed change\, progress made to date and next steps through to publication of the 3rd edition. \nMartin Kerr is a Certified Fellow in Asset Management (CFAM) and a Certified Asset Management Assessor (CAMA). Martin is the founder of Structured Change Pty Ltd\, co-author of Living Asset Management Maturity\, an active AMBok team member and an Asset Management Maturity Assessor for the Council. Martin is also the Technical Manager of the WPiAM CAMA team and a project member at the GFMAM. \nAdele is a Principal in WSP’s Strategic Advisory team with 20+ years of experience\, leading and delivering a diverse range of strategic advisory\, asset management\, network management and procurement projects\, both nationally and internationally. Adele is part of the Asset Management Council’s New Zealand Chapter Committee and is a member of AM Council’s GFMAM Asset Management Landscape Revision Working Group. \nAdele has worked across a wide variety of horizontal and vertical infrastructure portfolios\, including transport\, 3-waters\, property and buildings\, recreation and aviation. Adele’s technical skills span wide range of asset management practices at strategic\, tactical and operational levels\, with a strong focus on aligning with the International Standard for asset management\, ISO 55001. She has experience in asset management policy\, asset management system development\, strategic asset management planning\, investment decision making approaches\, business case development\, asset management planning\, risk management and asset data and information management practices. \n\n					\nUnderstanding asset condition at an airport\nStewart Symon\, Asset Manager\, and Raymood Sloot\, Manager Engineering Services\, Auckland Airport\nAuckland Airport is committed to managing its critical infrastructure to a high and consistent standard\, for the long term\, and to support this we require a strong understanding of the condition of our assets.  As such\, we have put emphasis on: \n\nBuilding awareness of the need\nCommitting to capturing the data via our frontline teams\nMaking the data easy to understand\n\nThis output from this activity is now providing value for us. This presentation will share our journey so far\, including challenges and approach. \nStewart has an engineering background\, with a degree and NZCE in Mechanical Engineering. He has worked at Auckland Airport for the last 13 years\, and previously worked for over 20 years in manufacturing companies such as James Hardie\, Ford\, Alcoa and BHP NZ Steel. \nFor the last 5 years he has been leading activity to build up an AM framework and improve AM practice at Auckland Airport. Some relevant areas of prior experience include leading Operational Improvement projects\, leading the GIS and Asset Data team\, and leading a Project Delivery team. \nRaymond also has an Engineering background\, with a diploma in Asset Management. \nHe has worked at Auckland Airport for the last 4 years and has previously been the Engineering Manager at Wiri Oil Services\, the Reliability Engineering Manager at Lion\, and the Engineering Services Manager at TipTop-Fonterra. \nHe is passionate about change for the better and with helping organizations to transform from good to great. A huge advocate for Lean processes and how they are the foundations for successfully implementing Asset Management strategies. \n\n					\nCritical Infrastructure Natural Hazards Resilience Research: National Overview \nProfessor Liam Wotherspoon\, Civil and Environmental Engineering\, University of Auckland\nRecent natural hazards events in Aotearoa New Zealand have highlighted the vulnerability of the critical infrastructure networks and the impacts of loss of service on communities and the economy. These events\, along with a history of strong collaboration between research and industry\, has motivated a wide range of research focussing on the resilience of critical infrastructure networks when exposed to natural hazard events. This presentation will provide a summary of recently completed and ongoing research across New Zealand\, along with some of the future directions of this research. This summary will be presented on behalf of a large group of researchers from across the country. It will look across network components\, individual networks\, interactions or dependencies across networks and the socio-economic implications of losses of service. \nLiam is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Auckland. He leads a number of national research programmes that focus on the resilience of critical infrastructure across a range of natural hazards. This includes the co-leadership of the Built Environment theme of the Resilience to Nature’s Challenges National Science Challenge and Deputy-Director of Te Hiranga Rū QuakeCoRE\, a national centre of research excellence focussing on earthquake resilience. \n\n					\n  \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/auckland-symposium-in-person-or-online-getting-the-balance-right-incorporating-resilience-in-asset-management/
LOCATION:Auckland University of Technology Conference Centre\, 56 Wakefield Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:New Zealand Chapter Events,Sustainability
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230913T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T053829
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SUMMARY:Sydney - Portfolio Asset Management in a Changing Climate
DESCRIPTION:Globally\, we are seeing a rise in frequency and impact of natural catastrophes that are being exacerbated by a changing climate. Our climate has already changed\, it is physically bigger\, it holds more energy and when that energy is released it creates more disruption than our operations and assets are often designed for. Asset managers must adopt approaches to managing portfolio physical risk that better reflects the uncertainty of our operating environments. \nThis presentation will discuss: \n\nIdentify: Climate change\, systemic risk and asset portfolios\nMeasure: How to assess physical climate risk across large asset portfolios\nManage: Observations on asset portfolio risk and how to manage them\n\n  \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speaker:\nHenry Elderfield\, Manager – Risk Advisory\, Aurecon\n\nHenry is an experienced risk manager with a diverse range of international experience in climate change risk management\, asset portfolio risk management\, international security and counterterrorism\, and crisis management. \nHenry specialises in physical climate risk assessments to inform operational resilience initiatives and financial market disclosure frameworks for large physical asset portfolios. He has designed and executed portfolio climate risk assessments for S&P500 and ASX50 companies. \nHenry focuses on aligning climate risk management to business performance\, which means: \n\nAdopting existing enterprise management frameworks\nIdentifying key operational and business functions to assess climate risk against\nDeriving the incremental effect of climate change on existing risk profiles\n\nHenry has a degree in International Relations majoring in Diplomacy\, Masters Degree in Business majoring in Applied Finance. Henry also hold an Associate in Risk Management accreditation from The Institutes.
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/sydney-portfolio-asset-management-in-a-changing-climate/
LOCATION:Aurecon\, Level 11\, 73 Miller Street\, North Sydney\, NSW\, 2060\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sustainability,Sydney Chapter Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230907T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230907T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T053829
CREATED:20230822T012827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T060423Z
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SUMMARY:Perth - Where asset management can take you: networking event and career stories for Young Asset Management Professionals
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Perth Chapter and Water Corporation\, this free event is an opportunity for Young Asset Management Professionals to learn about Asset Management and hear from other young professionals about their career journey. \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speakers:  \nChenoa Lange\, Senior Technical Advisor – Wastewater Processes\, Treatment & Resource Recovery\, Water Corporation\n \nStarting off her career as an Environmental Engineering graduate with the Water Corporation\, Chenoa has worked across a wide range of water utility assets for both the metro and country regions. Including drainage\, desalination\, pump stations\, groundwater bores and treatment facilities. \nWith an interest in operational engineering\, she joined the metro operations branch\, Treatment & Resource Recovery. Initially as part of the Water Engineering team she managed operational and maintenance requirements of the metro dam safety program\, working closely with the field crew and leading minor works. \nTo further pursue her interests in treatment processes Chenoa then transitioned into the Wastewater engineering team\, previously based at the state’s third largest water resource recovery facility\, Subiaco. Overseeing regulatory requirements\, incident responses and process optimisation works\, she thrived in the dynamic and fast paced environment. \nNow the Senior TA for the Kwinana/ Mandurah sites she oversees eight sites including oxidation ditch\, pond\, and membrane treatment facilities. \nThriving for sustainable outcomes in recycling and processing performance improvements she aims for optimal outcomes in identifying and addressing operational limitations. Feeding in lessons learnt and field technical expertise to future projects. \nNyssa MacManus\, Senior Advisor Maintenance Solutions\, Rio Tinto \nNyssa is an experienced asset management professional with a wide knowledge base in engineering\, execution\, frontline leadership\, and maintenance solution roles over her time in the industry. She graduated with a double degree in Mechanical and Chemical Engineering from Louisiana Tech University. \nHer career stretched from the oil fields of Louisiana to the bauxite hills of Far North Queensland and the red dirt of Pilbara\, Western Australia. While working she has completed her master’s in engineering and technology Management \nNyssa has had exposure to the ‘whole of life’ asset philosophy through her various roles in the industry\, which has allowed her to make improvements and decisions that are not only sustainable but efficient to ensure the most benefit has been obtained from the assets and is economical. \nDylan Pritchard\, Specialist – Asset Management System & Risk\, Water Corporation \nDylan Pritchard is an experienced environmental scientist and risk management specialist with a strong background in environmental consultancy and risk management in the water industry and contaminated sites. \nHe worked for an environmental consultancy prior to joining Water Corporation\, undertaking contaminated land investigations on behalf of clients in a variety of industries such as mining\, government departments and private industry. Dylan transitioned to the Water Corporation\, primarily supporting the environmental investigation of treated wastewater reuse schemes across Western Australia at public open spaces\, assessing environmental risk of these schemes to ensure water conservation and support the sustainable use of treated wastewater. \nBuilding on experience in environmental science and water management\, Dylan currently holds a position in the Asset Strategy business unit at the Water Corporation\, leading a project for the automation of risk assessments for supporting the prioritisation of expenditure. Recently\, Dylan is involved with forecasting risks from changing climate patterns to infrastructure\, leveraging his knowledge of environmental science and risk assessment to integrate climate change considerations into the existing asset management processes. \nWith thanks to event sponsor:
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/perth-where-asset-management-can-take-you-networking-event-and-career-stories-for-young-asset-management-professionals/
LOCATION:Water Corporation’s John Tonkin Water Centre\, 629 Newcastle Street\, Leederville\, WA\, 6010\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth Chapter Events,YAMP
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SUMMARY:Perth - Digital Transformation and Sustainability: Pioneering a Net Zero Future in Transportation Management
DESCRIPTION:Digital Work Management in Transportation (Anthony Dongegan\, National Asset Manager; and Craig Symons\, Asset & Systems Superintendent\, QUBE Bulk) \nThe Qube Bulk Asset Management Team will present how they have transitioned their Maintenance Work Management processes from a locally managed\, paper based system to a Digital tablet and Online solution within a National Transport organisation. Learnings to be shared on approach taken\, integration of multiple platforms and benefits. \nClimate Action: Establishing a Sustainable and Net Zero Future for Transport (Steve Beyer\, Director Portfolio Strategic Projects Office\, Government of WA\, Department of Transport) \nThe Department of Transport is leading the development of the Transport Sector Emissions Reduction Strategy\, as part of a suite of emissions reduction strategies for Western Australia’s economy. These are focussed on achieving the Government’s commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050\, and informing an interim 2035 target and initiatives to drive that change. The presentation will provide an overview of transport sector emissions\, the pathways to 2035 for the different parts of transport\, and key drivers for emissions reduction. \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speakers:  \nAnthony Donegan\, National Asset Manager\, QUBE Bulk \nAnthony Donegan is an experienced Asset Management Professional within the mining and haulage industry. He has a wide range of skills around whole of life asset management\, commercial negotiations\, system integration projects with strong leadership qualities. Anthony has held a variety of positions that has been responsible for large fleet maintenance\, work management and an operational fleet monitoring department. \nAnthony’s role as the National Asset Manager for Qube Bulk covers the key areas of Fleet Procurement and Design\, Materials supplier management\, Support Systems and processes\, standardisation of Whole of Life Cycle Cost management whilst looking for improvement initiatives through systems or technology based solutions. He has worked across a Heavy Haul\, Cranes and Fixed Plant asset base. \nCraig Symons\, Asset & Systems Superintendent\, QUBE Bulk \nCraig is an experienced asset management specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the mining industry.  He is skilled in budgeting\, mining\, minerals\, continuous improvement\, and plant maintenance.  He is a strong consulting professional with good communication skills across all levels of organisations. \nIn his current role\, Craig is responsible for the promotion of work management practises through efficient solutions that optimise the time required by sites to complete the various activities. This is achieved through an understanding of system capability and defining the processes which site personnel can consistently work with or report through. \nSteve Beyer\, Director Portfolio Strategic Projects Office\, Government of Western Australia\, Department of Transport \nSteve Beyer has worked in WA Government transport agencies for over 40 years. He leads the WA Transport Portfolio’s work on climate action\, dealing with climate risk and adaptation\, and emissions reduction for the Portfolio’s activities and for the wider transport sector.
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/perth-digital-transformation-and-sustainability-pioneering-a-net-zero-future-in-transportation-management/
LOCATION:Aurecon Group Perth Office\, 5th Floor\, 863 Hay Street\, Perth\, WA\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Government,Perth Chapter Events,Sustainability
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230816T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T025359Z
UID:5357-1692207000-1692214200@www.amcouncil.com.au
SUMMARY:Melbourne - Progress Report on ISO Standards for Asset Management
DESCRIPTION:Following it’s first face to face meeting since COVID 19 in Pennsylvania in May 2023\, the ISO TC251 Committee is about to release 6 Draft (DIS) Standards\, and is developing New Work Item Proposals (NWIP) for an additional 2 Standards and revision of ISO 55002:2018. \nTom Carpenter will provide a precis of the upcoming DIS Standards and highlight key aspects. \nDIS Standards to be released in the near future: \n\nISO DIS 55000:2023 – Asset Management – Overview\, Principles\, and Terminology\nISO DIS 55001:2023 – Asset Management  – Asset Management Systems – Requirements\nISO DIS 55010:2023 – Asset management — Guidance on the alignment of financial and non-financial functions in asset management\nISO DIS 55011:2023 – Asset management – Guidance for development of public policy to enable asset management\nISO DIS 55012:2023 – Asset management – Guidelines for enhancing people involvement and competence\nISO DIS 55013:2023 – Asset management – Guidance on data for asset management\n\nNWIP Projects:\nGuideline for Asset Management Decision Making incorporating value and risk\nGuideline for Sustainability\nRevision/update of ISO 55002:2018 \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speaker:\nTom Carpenter\, CEO\, IQ-AM Pty Ltd\nTom Carpenter is an originating member of the TC251 Committee developing the ISO 5500# Standards. He is responsible for initial development of the Certification framework implemented by the WPiAM. He continues to deliver vocational post-graduate qualifications in Asset Management and assistance to organisation implementing Asset Management. \nTom is a recognised CFAM and a winner of the highest personal award from the AM Council – the MESA medal. \n 
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/melbourne-progress-report-on-iso-standards-for-asset-management/
LOCATION:Hotel Grand Chancellor\, 131 Lonsdale Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Melbourne Chapter Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230816T193000
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CREATED:20230803T022736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T022736Z
UID:5353-1692207000-1692214200@www.amcouncil.com.au
SUMMARY:Sydney - Asset management and the electrification of assets
DESCRIPTION:Australia is in the middle of an energy revolution.  Energy sources are shifting to renewables\, from the bulk end of the supply chain to people’s home solar systems.  The needs of energy stakeholders\, the technology available to Ausgrid and our customers and governmental policy settings also evolving rapidly as a result.  The presentation will discuss these changes and their implications\, in the context of asset management during the electrification of assets.  Observations will be offered from the perspective of the Capability Delivery Model in terms of stakeholder needs\, business objectives\, systems engineering\, acquisition\, operations & maintenance\, configuration management and continuous improvement. \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speaker:\nMatthew Webb\, Head of Asset Investment\, Ausgrid\nMatt has over 30 years experience in managing all aspects of using power systems to meet customers’ electricity needs\, including network planning\, asset management\, regulation and field management. \nAs Head of Asset Investment\, Matt is responsible for Ausgrid’s long-term electricity network investment needs and opportunities in a rapidly changing operating environment.  This includes applying asset management and other techniques to: \n\nUnderstand changing customer priorities and how Ausgrid will adapt services to meet customer needs and adoption of new technologies.\nTransform network services through innovation and new capabilities needed to manage complex network power flows and deliver efficient renewables hosting capacity.\nUnlock value of customer DER assets and load flexibility to achieve a reduced overall energy cost for customers and improved network utilisation.\nReady the network to enable the needs of our customers and stakeholders safely\, efficiently and equitably\, to facilitate a net zero future.\n\nMatt is an Honorary Professorial Fellow at the University of Wollongong\, as well as being Ausgrid’s senior representative and a member of the Research Advisory Committee (ReAC) to the RACE for 2030\, a national industry led cooperative research centre. \n 
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/sydney-asset-management-and-the-electrification-of-assets/
LOCATION:Ausgrid Roden Cutler House\, 24-28 Campbell Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sydney Chapter Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230803T141500
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CREATED:20230711T023755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T023755Z
UID:5208-1691068500-1691072100@www.amcouncil.com.au
SUMMARY:Webinar - A technical overview on AUKUS from an Asset management perspective
DESCRIPTION:The SSN-AUKUS is a planned class of nuclear-powered fleet submarine intended to enter service with the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy in the late 2030s and Royal Australian Navy in the 2040s. The class will replace the UK’s Astute class and Australia’s Collins class submarines. \nThis presentation will provide a technical overview on AUKUS and nuclear-powered submarines from an Asset management perspective on one of the world’s most complex asset. \n  \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speaker:  \nChris Saint\, Domain Engineering Manager (Submarines and Nuclear)\, Babcock Australasia \nChris Saint is Babcock Australasia’s Domain Engineering Manager for submarines and nuclear. He is tasked with capability management and development in preparation for AUKUS\, in particular planning ahead of the nation’s new nuclear-powered submarines. Over the past 10 years\, Chris has held several positions at Babcock\, including the Naval Nuclear Head of Engineering Capability and Technical Services Alliance in Devonport\, UK. He has also worked as a Safety Case Engineer and Naval Base Project Engineer. Chris began his career in the Royal Navy\, where he worked in various engineering roles. Chris holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical and Manufacturing) from the University of Portsmouth. \n 
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/webinar-a-technical-overview-on-aukus-from-an-asset-management-perspective/
LOCATION:Online – Register to be sent your link
CATEGORIES:Adelaide Chapter Events,Defence,Webinar
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CREATED:20230703T020133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230703T022021Z
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SUMMARY:Sydney - Journey in Asset Management
DESCRIPTION:Sharing the journey of “Young professionals in Asset Management” and inspiring others to embrace a “Whole of life” Asset philosophy. This session will be an overview of guest speaker Mary Nguyen’s professional journey and her contribution to asset management at Sydney Trains. \nLight refreshments and nibbles provided\, with thanks to KPMG. \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speaker:\nMary Nguyen\, Master Program Manager\, Sydney Trains\nMary Nguyen is the Master Program Manager at Sydney Trains\, coordinating critical construction\, design and track work resources to best deliver the annual $1.5bil maintenance and capital works programs. \nIn 2021\, Mary won the Australasian Rai Industry Awards’ Young Rail Professional Award. Mary’s engineering and planning knowledge has led to the development of multiple innovative solutions for one of the organisation’s most complex areas – track possession management\, which involves long-term planning\, coordination of hundreds of worksites\, safety management and train movements in consultation with multiple stakeholders across Transport for NSW Cluster.  She is also an active advocate for diversity and gender equality in the rail industry. \n 
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/sydney-journey-in-asset-management/
LOCATION:KPMG\, Level 16\, 3 Parramatta Square\, 153 Macquarie Street\, Parramatta\, NSW\, 2150\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sydney Chapter Events,YAMP
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230718T180000
DTSTAMP:20260611T053830
CREATED:20230627T061834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T025823Z
UID:5002-1689696000-1689703200@www.amcouncil.com.au
SUMMARY:Hybrid Event (Wellington or Online) -  New Zealand's Approaches to Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Carbon\, how can this be measured\, verified and reduced by 2050 by Dr Lee Bint\, Director Sustainability\, New Zealand Defence Force\, and Rachael Wood\, Sustainability Advisor\, GHD; Climate-related disclosures\, scenario analysis\, and the TCFD framework – what it means for asset management. \nThis is a hybrid event\, with the in person event being held at Welling ton Railway Station Level 1\, and it will be available as a webinar to those wishing to join in online. \nClick here to register\n  \nAgenda:\n\n\n4.00pm: Arrival and registration (for those attending in person)\n4.10pm: Event opening by AMCouncil NZ Chapter\n4.25pm: Carbon\, how can this be measured\, verified and reduced by 2050 by Dr Lee Bint\, Director Sustainability\, New Zealand Defence Force\, and Rachel Wood\, Sustainability Advisor\, GHD\n5.10pm:  Climate-related disclosures\, scenario analysis\, and the TCFD framework – what it means for asset management\n\n\nAbout the presentations and speakers:\nPresentation 1: Carbon\, how can this be measured\, verified and reduced (by 2050)\nThe Defence Estate and Infrastructure sustainability journey began in 2018\, and by 2019 its Sustainability Framework was in play with the vision of Tuku Iho. Tuku Iho in this instance is explained as “our living legacy”. This reflects the ambition to leave the estate and the wider environment in a better condition for future generations. There are four pillars that provide the structure for the framework\, which highlight the complexities and interrelationships across all areas of sustainability. Tuku Iho includes a key action to mitigate the impacts to / from climate change\, while being more comprehensively sustainable. \nAdditionally\, the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) is a participant of the Carbon Neutral Government Programme (CNGP)\, which has been set up to accelerate the reduction of emissions within the public sector. The CNGP requires the measurement and verification of emissions annually\, and a number of key emissions reduction activities to achieve carbon neutrality. \nLee and Rachel will provide insight into the NZDF’s progress to-date\, and discuss how the Defence Estate is mitigating and adapting to climate change\, including how sustainability is being embedded into building designs to reduce emissions in both construction and operation\, as well as to keep people and assets safe from climate hazards that are likely to occur in the area. \nDr Lee Bint\, Director Sustainability\, New Zealand Defence Force\nLee has been leading the Defence sustainability journey since 2018\, establishing and implementing their first sustainability framework and leading a team of technical experts across energy\, sustainable buildings\, resilience and sustainability. During this time\, she has also co-founded the all-of-government sustainability group\, supported numerous other government agencies in commencing on their sustainability pathway\, held the position as Vice Chair of the Carbon & Energy Professionals Board and welcomed her daughter into the world. \nPrior to Defence\, Lee worked as a Sustainable Building Scientist at BRANZ while also completing the Sustainable Business Council Future Leaders’ Programme and being elected the Future Leader’s Representative on the Sustainable Business Council Board\, and also working with UnionAID as the hosts of the Myanmar Young Leaders Programme. \nLee completed her PhD in Building Science at Victoria University of Wellington\, which included the development of a Water Efficiency Rating Tool that was awarded runner-up at the Grow Wellington Bright Ideas Challenge in 2011. \nRachel Wood\, Sustainability Advisor\, GHD\nRachel is an Environmental Economist with a master’s degree in Economics from Auckland University of Technology (AUT) majoring in Ecological Footprint Accounting. As a student\, she discovered a passion for resource management\, climate change research\, environmental economics (impact analysis)\, and social development. She is interested in improving the sustainability of social and economic activity through innovative solutions and effective strategies. During her time at GHD\, she has become more engaged with greenhouse gas accounting for carbon emissions auditing and Climate Change Risk Assessments. \nPresentation 2: Climate-related disclosures\, scenario analysis\, and the TCFD framework – what it means for asset management in practice\nWhat can – and should – asset managers do now in the face of increasing climate change impacts\, evolving climate policies\, and potentially insufficient financial and human resources to address it? The Taskforce on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework offers an answer – about how to manage climate change strategy\, targets\, action planning\, risk management and financial decisions. \nTCFD reporting – also called climate-related disclosures or climate statements in New Zealand – is now mandatory for most of the country’s financial system and listed companies. It is strongly incentivised for the public sector\, too\, which reports to the Ministry for the Environment and Climate Change Commission under the Zero Carbon Act. \nApplied to asset management\, TCFD reporting can consolidate information on where you want to get to\, what you need to do\, and the good work you’re already doing – but perhaps not thinking of it as climate-related. In the guise of a reporting framework\, TCFD reporting is a strategic planning exercise\, which asset managers can use to test the resilience of their current strategies. Like testing a plane in a wind tunnel\, the TCFD framework uses climate scenario analysis to consider different plausible futures\, such as rapid decarbonisation or ‘hot house’ warming scenarios. \nWith insurers and banks among those required to report\, and international adoption of TCFD reporting in the UK\, TCFD is where all entities’ climate change reporting is going. And it can be immensely helpful to asset managers seeking to organise their approach to climate change. \nMatt Raeburn\, Principal – Strategic Advisory (Climate Change and Sustainability)\, WSP\nMatt is a Principal climate strategist based in WSP’s Wellington office with 18 years of experience in Aotearoa New Zealand and the US. An American-Kiwi who spent a decade in environmental law and policy in Washington DC and Portland\, Oregon\, Matt worked in the Ministry for the Environment’s Climate Directorate from 2018-2021. There\, he implemented parallel TCFD reporting regimes under the Zero Carbon Act and Financial Sector Amendment Act. \nOver 7 years in New Zealand\, Matt has worked with corporate\, council and Central Government asset managers on their climate risks\, strategies\, and reporting projects as a consultant for EY\, Beca\, and now WSP. He recently developed climate scenarios for NZ’s construction and property sector and previously led delivery of the Wellington Regional Climate Change Impact Assessment. \nAdele Jones\, Principal – Strategic Advisory (Asset Management)\, WSP\nAdele is a Principal in our Strategic Advisory team with 20+ years of experience\, leading and delivering a diverse range of strategic advisory\, asset management\, network management and procurement projects\, both nationally and internationally. Adele has worked across a wide variety of horizontal and vertical infrastructure portfolios\, including transport\, 3-waters\, property and buildings\, recreation and aviation. \nAdele’s technical skills span wide range of asset management practices at strategic\, tactical and operational levels\, with a strong focus on aligning with the International Standard for asset management\, ISO 55001. She has experience in asset management policy\, asset management system development\, strategic asset management planning\, investment decision making approaches\, business case development\, asset management planning\, risk management and asset data and information management practices.
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/hybrid-event-wellington-or-online-new-zealands-approaches-to-climate-change/
LOCATION:Wellington Railway Station\, 2 Bunny Street\, Pipitea\, Wellington\, 6011
CATEGORIES:New Zealand Chapter Events,Sustainability,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230628T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T053830
CREATED:20230619T035814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T040420Z
UID:4970-1687975200-1687978800@www.amcouncil.com.au
SUMMARY:Webinar - How to attract and retain talent in the scope of significant investment in projects
DESCRIPTION:Australia is in the middle of an infrastructure boom – but where will we get the skilled workforce that we need to deliver on this? This is not just a local challenge but a global one with significant macro-economic factors at play. So how can we best operate in this challenging environment? And what steps should organisations be taking to attract and retain talent? \nTogether we will explore: \n\nMacro-economic factors of the employment market locally and globally and some of the structural changes to work (providing research and practical insight).\nWe will look at the key question of – ‘What are the career paths that people are taking (and why)?’ and provide insight into the ways in which people want to work.\nThe practical steps employers (and employees) can take to prepare to operate in a highly competitive labour market.\n\n  \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speaker:  \nNik Ruparel\, Director\, Pro NEXUS \nNik began his career as an Accountant\, transitioned into Business Consulting where he worked with prominent FTSE 100 organisations before moving into Recruitment and assuming a number of Executive positions with leading Global Recruitment Consultancies in both the UK and Australia. \nWith over 20 years of proven experience in Executive Search and Selection and Human Resource  Consulting which includes recruiting permanent and interim positions\, managing single assignments and project-based recruitment that has involved the development and delivery of large-scale international sourcing campaigns. Nik has experience of partnering with leadership teams from government\, private equity\, not-for-profit through to ASX listed businesses\, in delivering people and business solutions. \nOver the last 5 years\, Nik has been an active part of the start-up community\, witnessing firsthand the trends and innovation shaping our economy; partaking in several forums\, discussing topics that have included the future of work\, the use of artificial intelligence in hiring talent\, retention and attraction strategies in a constantly changing environment. \nFurthermore\, Nik\, as part of ProNEXUS is working with peak bodies and education providers on identifying and developing skills for the future. \n 
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/webinar-how-to-attract-and-retain-talent-in-the-scope-of-significant-investment-in-projects/
LOCATION:Online – Register to be sent your link
CATEGORIES:Sydney Chapter Events,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230601T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T053830
CREATED:20230508T015600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T022053Z
UID:4833-1685637000-1685647800@www.amcouncil.com.au
SUMMARY:Brisbane - UAV/ROV-based multi-layer Collection Methods and defect detection algorithms for asset condition inspections – Is this the future? and Brisbane Chapter Social
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Brisbane Chapter’s next event of the year; which will explore the applications of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs) for condition assessment. It will look at the current status and market background of asset management\, focusing on the global drive for asset owners to predict and prolong active asset life while de-risking their assets\, and despite ever increasing pressures to increase capacity and performance. \nWe will also address the pain points faced by today’s asset owners regarding digital condition assessments and explore various systems available\, such as UAV collection only\, manual recognition and defect quantification\, UAV collection and AI recognition of defects\, and AI-induced UAV collection to address these concerns. The discussed methodologies will also be supported by real-life case studies of implementations from different sectors. \nThis session will be followed by our Chapter’s first Social of the year so please stay with us after for drinks and networking at a nearby watering hole! \nClick here to register\n  \nAgenda\nNetworking and nibbles: 4.30pm – 5.30pm\nPresentation & Q&A: 5pm – 6pm\nBrisbane Chapter Social: 6pm – 7.30pm \n  \nAbout the speaker:  \nClara Owen\, National Director Asset Management\, Arcadis \nClara Owen is an innovative and strategic thinker with a strong background in asset management and engineering. As a qualified RPEQ Engineer\, with additional qualifications in information technology and finance\, she has held various technical leadership and senior management roles in the rail and transport industry. Clara’s experience spans across both private and public sectors\, working on diverse and multi-disciplinary transport projects throughout her international career\, and through roles as the Asset Manager for bridge infrastructure for Wanganui and Rangitikei Councils in New Zealand and Minor Works Manager Bristol for British Rail. \nCurrently serving as the Asset Management National Director at Arcadis Pacific\, Clara has previously held positions at PriceWaterhouseCoopers\, Everything Infrastructure\, and her own company\, CMT Rail Solutions\, among others. With a deep understanding of the entire asset project lifecycle\, Clara is dedicated to driving innovation and fostering a positive workplace culture within her teams.
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/brisbane-uav-rov-based-multi-layer-collection-methods-and-defect-detection-algorithms-for-asset-condition-inspections-is-this-the-future-and-brisbane-chapter-social/
LOCATION:Arcadis\, Level 35\, 111 Eagle Street\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Chapter Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20230601T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T053830
CREATED:20230509T024144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T022359Z
UID:4841-1685637000-1685646000@www.amcouncil.com.au
SUMMARY:Perth - Asset Management in Government
DESCRIPTION:Digitising Asset Management and Building a Capable Workforce – Marty Stafford\, Assets Manager\, Southern Ports \nIn 2020\, Southern Ports set out to transform its existing asset management practices into a world class\, fully digital Asset Management System (AMS). \nGuided by a clear Strategic Development Plan with a 10-year horizon\, and a vision of ‘Strong Regional Ports\, Strong Regions\, the Board and Executive devised a comprehensive asset management vision and direction. With unwavering leadership and foundations in place\, the Asset Management team developed and implemented a fully integrated and digitised AMS\, aligned with ISO 55000 and asset management best practice\, including the four principles of the Asset Management Council’s Asset Management Concept Model. \nWithin three years\, Southern Ports transitioned from ad hoc\, manual asset management – underpinned by paper-based policies\, disparate databases and manual record-keeping and analysis – to a fully digitised system. The AMS intrinsically links each element of the organisation’s asset management framework with its core vision and objectives\, and it is supported by robust capabilities\, assurance systems and a strong culture of learning. \nAs part of an asset management system transformation\, Southern Ports developed and deployed an online continuous learning system and information library to help develop a workforce capable of meeting its asset management objectives. \nThe process involved an analysis of ‘current state’ staff training and experience\, as well as training needs and career path development options. Southern Ports developed a robust methodology for mapping Global Forum on Maintenance & Asset Management (GFMAM) Modules across all role dimensions\, capturing key aspects of knowledge\, skills and experience\, and how they aligned with subject knowledge across the GFMAM subjects. \nTraining occurred at all three regional port sites\, primarily through online modules via a dedicated training management system. The system recorded and retained certification and verification of competencies\, in line with Certified Practitioner in Asset Management and World Partners in Asset Management CAMA examination processes. \nAsset Management in Synergy – Andre Pratama\, Asset Management Lead\, Synergy (Electricity Generation and Retail Corporation) \nAsset management can be a complex subject and often misunderstood. Synergy has recently progressed its asset management journey and conceptualised an ‘infinity diagram’ model to link many parts of the organisation. This presentation will explore various asset management elements and example studies to illustrate how Synergy has embedded improvements in its asset management practice. \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speakers:  \nMarty Stafford\, Assets Manager\, Southern Ports \nHaving spent the past 15 years working in Western Australian mining and regional ports sectors in various Asset Management roles\, Marty has a deep understanding of the challenges Asset Managers face in maintaining fit for purpose and ready assets in an ever-changing environment. Leveraging technology and harnessing internal capability has become a focus in meeting asset management objectives now and into the future. \nAndre Pratama\, Asset Management Lead\, Synergy (Electricity Generation and Retail Corporation) \nAndre started his career more than a decade ago heavily focusing on project delivery in capital intensive industries. Throughout the journey his priorities changed from meeting quality\, cost and schedule in that order\, to the balance between cost\, benefit and risk. This was accompanied by career moves spanning from Melbourne\, Tasmania\, Kalgoorlie and now Perth with a few international stints across Asia and Africa.\nHe has worked with various organisations such as GM Motor\, Newcrest\, BHP\, Water Corp\, Rio Tinto and Assetivity. Now he works in Synergy and is continually intrigued by the challenges and complexity of the energy market.
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/perth-asset-management-in-government-forum/
LOCATION:The George Perth\, 216 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Perth Chapter Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230517T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230517T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T053830
CREATED:20230412T042825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T025050Z
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SUMMARY:Melbourne - Moving away from reactive maintenance using a systems-based approach
DESCRIPTION:Court Services Victoria (CSV) provides corporate and administrative services that support judicial independence in the administration of justice in Victoria. \nWhen CSV was formed\, it inherited a legacy of asset management issues that included an ageing asset base which was not fit for purpose\, limited asset information\, a largely reactive maintenance strategy\, no centralised location for asset information\, multiple changes in leadership\, and staff who operated predominately in silos. \nSolutions to these issues included a fully integrated system-based approach to assist with breaking down barriers of a siloed organisation\, utilisation of a hierarchy of Asset Management Systems\, focusing on the whole of asset lifecycle and compliance with the Victorian Government’s Asset Management and Accountability Framework (AMAF). \nThese initiatives assisted CSV to move away from a backlog filled reactive maintenance strategy\, where catastrophic failure of critical assets could potentially lead to the shutting down of a justice system\, to a proactive 10-year program of works. \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speaker:  \nVijay Eden\, Manager Asset Systems\, Court Services Victoria \nVijay is a seasoned asset management professional from an engineering background with a passion for Occupational Health and Safety. He has more than 30 years of leadership experience in strategic asset management both in the public and private sectors. Vijay is proficient at providing high quality service\, advice and support in the delivery of whole of asset lifecycle projects and improvements associated infrastructure matters from concept to completion\, within a unique and complex portfolio of public buildings across. He has a proven track record in implementing Asset Management Systems\, Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)\, promoting proactive maintenance\, leading reliability engineering and OHS management. \nVijay’s expertise includes ensuring compliance with the AMAF annual maturity assessments\, Essential Safety Measures (ESM) and Quality Management systems (QMS) and Occupational health and Safety (OHS)\, supporting sustainability initiatives and Service Level Agreement (SLA)  in contracts. He is passionate about stakeholder engagement\, change management\, ongoing continuous improvement and mentoring new asset management professionals. \nVijay lives in Melbourne with his wife\, three pet chicken\, and a pond full of goldfish and enthusiastically supports the Richmond Tigers Football Club.
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/melbourne-moving-away-from-reactive-maintenance-using-a-systems-based-approach/
LOCATION:Hotel Grand Chancellor\, 131 Lonsdale Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Melbourne Chapter Events
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SUMMARY:Auckland (Hybrid) - Asset Management of Auckland Harbour Bridge
DESCRIPTION:The Auckland Harbour Bridge (AHB) is a unique and complex structure that provides a vital infrastructure link across the Waitemata Harbour for both traffic and utility services. Long term reliability of the AHB is critical to supporting transport operations in Auckland\, carrying over 180\,000 vehicles per weekday\, and providing economic benefit to Auckland and New Zealand.  \nThis presentation provides an overview the structure\, how asset management practices on this 63-year-old structure have evolved and improved over time\, the key challenges currently faced\, and those anticipated in the future. \nClick here to register\n  \nAbout the speaker: \nAlex Ingram\, Divisional Manager\, Auckland Harbour Bridge\, SRG Global / Auckland System Management Maintenance Alliance \nAlex Ingram is a Chartered Professional Civil and Structural Engineer with 20 years’ experience\, specialising in asset management and project management of bridges and civil structures.  \nAlex manages the Auckland Harbour Bridge department for the ASM\, the alliance that operates and maintains Auckland’s Motorway Network. His team of 25 FTEs\, includes engineers\, inspectors\, and trade staff.
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/auckland-hybrid-asset-management-of-auckland-harbour-bridge/
LOCATION:GHD Centre\, 27 Napier Street\,\, Freemans Bay\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:New Zealand Chapter Events
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SUMMARY:Gippsland (Hybrid Event) - Asset Management Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Asset Management Council Australia\, the Engineers Australia Gippsland Committee\, and the Centre for Smart Analytics at Federation University present:  \nAsset Management Workshop \nThursday 6 April | 4pm – 5pm AEST \nhybrid event (dial in online or attend in person at one of two Federation University satellite hubs) \nThis event is free for all guests \nClick here to register \nThis will be a hybrid event\, with option for those to dial in remotely OR to attend in person at one of the following satellite hubs: \n\nRoom Y243 Y Building Mt Helen campus Federation University\nRoom 2W263 Churchill campus Federation University (streamed)\n\nTopics and speakers include: \nMaintenance and Asset Management of Industrial Assets: Emerging Trends in Tribological Practices \nProfessor Raghuvir Pai\, President – Asset Management Society of India & Professor of Mechanical Engineering Manipal Academy of Higher Education \nThe tribological behaviour of rotating and sliding parts in industrial assets plays a decisive role in influencing the life of these parts. Understanding the tribological aspects and behaviour of machine components by maintenance professionals is important to improve performance and productivity. A knowledge of tribological principles helps in developing and applying these tools and techniques necessary for effective maintenance. \nA significant impact on maintenance and asset management has been made in recent years by machine learning\, data analytics\, artificial intelligence\, Remote Performance Monitoring and Internet of Things. In this study\, the tribological aspects related to maintenance\, reliability and asset management are analysed. The outcomes of this study are beneficial to engineers and managers in order to recognise and realize the relationship between tribology\, maintenance and reliability for better asset management. \n \nReliability in Cold Rolling Mills – Hydraulic Group Control \nKevin Naidoo\, Reliability Improvement Leader\, Bluescope Steel \nIn this talk Kevin will discuss \n\nthe importance of correctly setting pressure relief valves in hydraulic circuits\,\nthe failure modes associated with plant; \nand the costs associated with failures.\n\nKevin will use a real case from the Australian Steel Industry in the presentation. He is Maintenance Team Leader & Reliability Improvement Leader and has 25 years of heavy\, medium\, and light industry experience on fixed and rotating plant track record of cross collaborative teamwork between departments within organisation to ensure continuous improvement of plant and assets.
URL:https://www.amcouncil.com.au/event/gippsland-hybrid-event-asset-management-workshop/
LOCATION:Online 4pm – 5pm AEST or Federation Uni Mt Helen Campus or Federation Uni Churchill Campus
CATEGORIES:Gippsland Chapter Events
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