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SUMMARY:Early Career CPD: shaping the future of tunnelling
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe tunnelling industry in Australia is experiencing significant growth\, and as an early career engineer\, now is the perfect time to build a comprehensive understanding of what this sector involves. This session invites three experienced professionals from the tunnelling sector\, each at different career stages\, to provide their perspective on entering the industry; highlighting the challenges they’ve faced\, the skills they’ve developed\, and the invaluable lessons they’ve learned along the way. From graduating into the industry to managing complex projects\, you’ll hear about their real-world experiences and the strategies they used to overcome obstacles and thrive in this sector. \nThis session will support young engineers in developing a strong foundation of knowledge for the sector. Attendees will gain practical advice based on lived experiences\, develop an understanding of the future trends in the industry and learn what opportunities lie ahead as the sector continues to evolve. \nWho should attend?\nThis webinar is suited to young engineers looking to develop an understanding of the tunnelling sector and gain from industry experiences. \nEvent series\nThis webinar is part of the Young Engineers Australia (YEA) Early Career CPD series. Events will take place on the following dates: \n\nThursday 29 May 2025\, 1.00 pm – 1.45 pm AEST\, In the Works: sharing stories of skills in practise\nTuesday 3 June 2025\, 5.00 pm – 6.00 pm AEST\, Early Career CPD: innovative engineering – problem solving in high pressure environments\n\nPrevious sessions in this series are available on EA OnDemand. \nLearning outcomes\nIn this presentation\, you will: \n\nLearn key lessons from the early stages of a tunnelling career.\nDiscover effective pathways to building a successful career in tunnelling.\nGain insights into emerging opportunities and future trends in the tunnelling industry.\n\nAbout the speakers\nDejan Devrnja MIEAust\nSenior Design Coordinator – Tunnels\, CPB\nDejan completed his Masters of Engineering\, Civil\, from the University of Melbourne and was awarded the Kinsman Studentship Award. He is currently employed as a Senior Design Coordinator – Tunnels for CPB Contractors at Suburban Connect Consortium (CPB Acciona Ghella) on Suburban Rail Loop Work Package C.\n\n\n\nRomy Wolstencroft GradIEAust\nGraduate Engineer\, GHD\nRomy completed her Bachelor of Engineering with first class honours\, from Queensland University of Technology\, and is currently employed as a graduate tunnel engineer at GHD. Romy loves gaining experience in the Engineering field of either civil\, structural or environmental\, learning new skills and applying her current knowledge to make an impact on the world.\n\n\n\n\nAaron Lippett MIEAust\nLead Engineer\, Aurecon\nAaron is a lead tunnel engineer with experience in the design and construction of major tunnel projects. Aaron bridges the gap between technical and managerial leadership\, working directly with clients to develop coordinated and constructible solutions to technical project issues. Aaron is known for his extended contributions on major projects\, often serving through the full project life-cycle from design to construction and completions. Aaron serves as the current ATS Young Members Secretary and NSW Events Coordinator. He is part of the ATS Tunnel Guidelines Working Group as the primary author the analytical and numerical methods chapters.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/early-career-cpd-shaping-the-future-of-tunnelling/
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SUMMARY:ITA Lecture - Design of fibre reinforced segments
DESCRIPTION:This instalment of the ITA lecture series will focus on Design of fibre reinforced segments in collaboration with ITA AITES ITAtech. \nThe episode will feature three lectures\, including one by ATS member Dr David Oliviera\, and will finish with a Q&A with all speakers. It will begin at 13:00 CET. \n\nDesign and construction considerations for FRC tunnel segments – Verya Nasri\nDesign of fibre reinforced segments against concrete bursting and splitting – David Oliveira\nThe Lee Tunnel – Steel fibre segmental lining and other innovations – Charles Allen\n\nFollowing the three presentations there will be time for Q&A with the presenters \nThe Lunchtime lecture series remains free and open to all. For all those that cannot join ‘live’ online\, please register and you will receive a link to stream the episode after the event – this link will be valid for 24 hours only. After these 24 hours\, anyone wanting to watch the episode can do so by registering for the episode on the ITA website\, but there will be a small fee to watch.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/ita-lecture-design-of-fibre-reinforced-segments/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:ATSymx BTSym: Underground Power: Pumped Hydro Developments in the UK and Australia
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nThe Australian Tunnelling Society Young Members (ATSym) and the British Tunnelling Society Young Members (BTSym) are proud to host their first-ever joint international event\, uniting early-career professionals from opposite sides of the globe for a shared discussion on one of the most critical energy transition technologies: pumped hydro. \nWith pumped storage schemes gaining momentum as a key enabler of large-scale renewable energy storage\, this technical session will explore two major projects shaping the underground infrastructure landscape in their respective regions. \nJoin us for an engaging and collaborative session as we learn from each other’s challenges and achievements in delivering complex underground works for pumped hydro storage. \nThis is a rare opportunity to hear directly from professionals on two of the world’s most significant pumped hydro developments – don’t miss it. \nNOTE: If you are based in Sydney\, please consider attending in person from 6PM. It will be great opportunity for a catch up with colleagues and networking with new contacts.  \nWho Should Attend\nThis event is ideal for: \n\nYoung professionals and students in tunnelling\, geotechnical\, civil\, and hydro engineering\nEngineers and project managers working on energy infrastructure\nThose interested in large-scale underground construction and global perspectives on energy transition\nATS and BTS members and the wider tunnelling community\n\nEvent Agenda\n\nWelcome and Opening – ATSym\nIntroduction to BTSym\nBTSym Presentation: Tobias Bisenberger & Aitor Perez Suescun\nATSym Presentation: Igor Buvac & Sean Edwards\nJoint Q&A and Closing Remarks\n\nSpeakers – United Kingdom\n \nTobias Bisenberger\nConstruction Manager – Tunnels\, STRABAG\nTobias studied Civil Engineering in Vienna and completed his PhD in Mechanised Tunnelling\, focusing on contract models dealing with deviating construction timelines. He joined STRABAG in 2021 and has been involved in Pumped Storage Hydro schemes in the UK since 2022. Based in Vienna\, Tobias supports UK projects on a rotational basis\, contributing his tunnelling expertise to energy infrastructure. \n\nAitor Perez Suescun\nSenior Project Manager – Dams\, STRABAG\nAitor is a passionate civil engineer with over 12 years of global experience in ground engineering and dam construction. Having studied in Spain and Denmark\, he has worked across five countries and now resides in London\, UK. Aitor brings a deep understanding of multidisciplinary civil infrastructure delivery in complex environments. \nUK Presentation Overview\nThe presentation will outline the UK government’s “Clean Power 2030” action plan and its implications for pumped hydro development. Aitor and Tobias will provide an overview of the UK’s pipeline of pumped storage schemes and present a case study from the Scottish Highlands. The project\, supported by STRABAG\, involves optimising the reference design’s underground structures and represents a key step in the UK’s clean energy future. \nSpeakers – Australia\n \nIgor Buvac\nExperienced Engineer – Tunnels\, SMEC \nIgor is a Civil Engineer with over 5 years of experience across major infrastructure projects. He holds degrees from UNSW in Civil Engineering and Geotechnical Engineering. Igor has been a central part of the Snowy 2.0 Owner’s Team for over three years\, working across design\, TBM operations\, grouting\, and permanent linings. \n\nSean Edwards\nGraduate Engineer – Tunnels\, SMEC \nSean is a Graduate Engineer from Western Sydney University\, with hands-on experience in TBM and drill-and-blast tunnelling\, segmental linings\, caverns\, and intake shafts. He has contributed to automation and modelling tools using RS3\, FLAC\, and Strand7\, and brings a strong interdisciplinary approach to underground engineering and data-driven design. \nAustralia Presentation Overview\nSnowy 2.0 is Australia’s largest renewable energy project\, adding 2\,200 MW of pumped hydro capacity and deep energy storage to support the national transition to renewables. The presentation will provide a project update and technical insights into the construction of over 40km of underground works\, including a cavern complex 800m below ground. Igor and Sean will share lessons learned from design\, construction\, and coordination within one of Australia’s most iconic infrastructure projects.
URL:https://australiantunnellingsociety.com.au/ats-event/atsymx-btsym-underground-power-pumped-hydro-developments-in-the-uk-and-australia/
LOCATION:Webinar and IN PERSON at SMEC in Sydney\, Level 7\, 40 Mount Street\, North Sydney\, NSW\, 2060\, Australia
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