Lunch & Learn: From Campus to Industry – Career Journeys of Water Sector Professionals

In collaboration with Australian Water Association

Interested in a career in the water industry? Join us for an inspiring Lunch & Learn session featuring two experienced water sector professionals who will share their journeys from university to industry and provide valuable insights into careers in one of Australia's most important sectors.

🌟 Everyone is welcome! Whether you're studying engineering, environmental science, hydrogeology, agriculture, sustainability, planning, or any discipline connected to water, this event is for you.

Meet the Speakers

Giselle Degebrodt

Founder & Director, WISE Water Infrastructure Science & Engineering

Giselle graduated from UWA in Environmental Engineering with honours in Fluid Mechanics and has more than 30 years of experience in the water sector. Her career spans water utilities, mining projects, and humanitarian initiatives across Australia, Africa, and South-East Asia. In 2012, she founded Water Infrastructure Science and Engineering (WISE) to build a specialist consultancy focused on fit-for-purpose engineering solutions.

Gerard Edwards

Hydrologist, PTG Consulting

Gerard has more than 20 years of experience as a hydrologist, specialising in stormwater design, flood modelling, water resource management, and groundwater management. An active member of the Australian Water Association committee, Gerard is passionate about supporting industry engagement and sharing knowledge with emerging professionals.

What You'll Learn

💧 Transitioning from university to industry

💧 Career pathways and opportunities in the water sector

💧 Skills and experiences that employers value

💧 Challenges, lessons learned, and professional growth

💧 Industry trends and future opportunities

Event Schedule

11.50am             Student arrival/registration for a 12pm prompt start

12.00pm             AWA Welcome

12.05pm             Gerard’s presentation

12.15pm             Q&A

12.20pm             Giselle’s presentation

12.30pm             Q&A

12.35pm             AWA Membership & Program overview

12.40pm             Meet the speakers

1.00pm               Close

🍽️ Free lunch provided

🤝 Connect with industry professionals and fellow students

🎟️ Free for ECU Students (Guild members, registration required)

📅 Thursday 6 August 2026

🕛 11:50 AM – 1:30 PM

📍 Building 7, Rm 103, Joondalup Campus.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain practical career advice, expand your professional network, and discover where a career in water could take you.

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