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High integrity software engineering – Finding the right fit
In her critical role, Vanessa Walsh brings vital skills, experience and personal qualities. She shares why it matters and what makes her tick.
Traineeships in a Male Dominated Environment
Tammie Fuller is a Trainee Technician in the VIC & TAS Field Operations team at nbn. At 39 years old, she’s older than the average trainee, is one of three women in the trainee group of 12 and spends a lot of her time well outside her comfort zone.
An open door
Rachele Williams is ‘STEM’, born and bred. Yet progressing in a male-dominated field has been no picnic. At TransGrid, she has found an environment in which to thrive. She also has a golden opportunity to accelerate her career… and those of others.
Passion reignited: How Kim Engel rediscovered her love for software testing at WorkCover Queensland
A 20 year roller-coaster career has taken Kim Engel from Sydney to Auckland and back to Australia. WorkCover Queensland’s Principal Test Analyst says she’s found an employer whose values align with hers and flexibility as working mum.
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