IPWEA NSW NEWS
A message from the IPWEA NSW President
New improved Supervisors Handbook
Firstly, I would like to start by saying, this past year has hit the communities of New South Wales hard, whether it be drought, bush fires, floods or COVID-19. These have been very tough and challenging times, yet together we have created a more optimistic outlook. In the face of these disasters, IPWEA NSW members have risen to the enormous challenges to help respond to these nationalscale natural catastrophes. We congratulate all who have given so much to help their communities during this traumatic period. We always knew the IPWEA NSW family was a strong united force dedicated to serving our communities. In light of the current situation, IPWEA NSW has suspended all face-to-face events and courses until further notice. We are moving to virtual classrooms and/or transferring all our courses scheduled for May and June to online. We will also be providing webinars for additional learning. The well-being of our team, our members and our NSW communities is our primary concern in this challenging environment. Stay safe all,
The seventh edition of the once Gangers Handbook has been edited to consider the many changes in legislation, regulations, practices and procedures that have taken place since the last edition. The handbook is for use by field staff in city, urban and country situations and we also believe it is a valuable guideline to younger engineers as they gain experience in the field. It should be used by members of the workforce to find out what “teams “do and to open up opportunities for workers to seek advancement in their careers. The Institute can provide assistance to staff to seek recognition for the experience they have gained and develop their skills - in an appropriate environment, such as ‘on the job’. The Supervisors Handbook is now available to purchase. For more information please contact our Professional Development Department on T: 02 8267 3008 or E: Training@ipweansw.org
Warren Sharpe OAM President IPWEA NSW
IPWEA NSW Online Learning IPWEA NSW have produced a number of webinars and live webinars to help public works professionals reset their own development plan and maximise a work from home environment. 48
Construction Engineering Australia • Apr/May 2020
Online Learning opportunities include: • Risk Management Planning – 60 Minute webinar • Useful life of infrastructure: Session 1 Theory and Application – 65 Minute webinar • Useful life of infrastructure: Session 2 Estimation Practices – 75 Minute webinar • Introduction – Manage a Local Government Project – 65 Minute webinar In addition, other IPWEA NSW professional development initiatives such as the Civil Construction Recognition Program for nationally
2020 Engineering Excellence Awards Nominations Now Open IPWEA NSW presents the annual Engineering Excellence Awards to encourage, promote and recognise outstanding achievements within Local Government and Public Works.
HAVE YOU NOMINATED YOUR INNOVATIVE PROJECT? Our Excellence Awards are a major highlight of the annual State Conference and all Councils throughout NSW are encouraged to nominate their projects and programs. No project is too big or small to be considered by our expert judges.
DO YOU HAVE AN OUTSTANDING TEAM MEMBER? IPWEA NSW Members are encouraged to nominate colleagues in their team who deserve recognition for their hard work. Nominating passionate individuals for Category 9 & 10 is the perfect way to acknowledge their contribution to your organisation. To submit your nomination or to find out further information, please visit: www.ipweansw.org/engineeringexcellence-awards
recognised qualifications in civil construction including CERTIFICATE IV IN CIVIL CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION and DIPLOMA OF CIVIL CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT is now also available online with additional remote phone and online support and interviews with IPWEA NSW trainers and assessors. To view all the IPWEA NSW webinars and live webinars, please visit: www.ipweansw. org/pd-workshops. For information about the full range of courses and professional development opportunities on offer, please visit: www.ipweansw.org
