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5 engineering career myths busted: What early career engineers need to know
Engineering careers often come with preconceived notions, perhaps more so for women entering the industry. But which are myths and which are facts?
From vacation student to GM: A golden career, 20 years in the making
Not many people have spent two decades with the same company, let alone grown from student engineers to senior leaders. Discover Sara’s incredible story.
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What it’s like to work in insurance: A woman’s perspective
What do politicians, car mechanics, and lawyers have in common? They all play necessary roles in our lives, yet many feature highly in lists of most hated professions. Also occasionally appearing on that list are insurance jobs, though not quite as highly as the first...
Don’t think a career in coal mining is for you? Think again!
When Leonie Newton, Supervisor – Production at Whitehaven Coal, was still at high school she never thought she’d “end up in coal mining.” But now, eight years into a successful career, she “loves it!” and encourages others to consider a role in the industry too....
How you can find belonging in STEMM (no lab coat required)
It all started with ice cream. A joke about ice cream, actually. Indra Tomic recalls: “My husband and I had just relocated to Melbourne for his work, and it turned out his company was literally just around the corner from CSIRO. He worked for a company that...
5 return to work programs welcoming you back to work in 2023
Returning to work after an extended career break is just like riding a bike. Except the bike is on fire. You are on fire. And everything is on fire. It’s a funny meme we’ve seen used in varied forms all over the internet. But sadly, for many people, it can be one...
Rolling with life’s bumps, detours, and side streets: Your most underrated skill
“Sometimes, you need to not plan your future down to the smallest detail.” This is not the tip most people expect to hear. But perhaps it’s the one we need to hear most right now. In a world where career paths are determined as early as ninth grade and every block of...
The 7 deadly biases of inclusive hiring (and how to avoid them)
We’re sure you don’t need anyone to tell you that things like ‘lust’ and ‘wrath’ aren’t things you want in your hiring process. However, just as human nature can be easily tempted by these deadly sins, it can also be inclined towards some pretty awful unconscious...
How Dr. Zahra Jabiri made her mark in the energy sector
The energy sector isn’t always the first industry women think of when choosing a field to pursue their careers. But for Dr. Zahra Jabiri, there couldn’t be a better or more impactful career choice. “I chose to start my career in the energy and utilities sector...
Connecting people creates opportunities: A Q&A with nbn
nbn’s goal is simple: to design, build, and help deliver fast internet access to millions of homes and businesses across Australia. It’s one of Australia’s largest-ever technology infrastructure projects – but it’s about far more than speedy broadband! It’s about...
The inside story: What flexible working at Deloitte looks like
Big Four Australian accounting firm, Deloitte, is leading the way with its flexible working arrangements. Dubbed DeloitteFlex, this market-leading policy includes twelve flexible work options that allow team members to shape their working day and receive a range of...