In line with the 22nd International Riversymposium theme of 'Resilient Rivers', the IRF launched the Resilient Rivers Blueprint during the opening ceremony of the Symposium. The...
The RiverPatrons Group comprises a passionate group of respected community leaders, Chief Executives and Chairs from Australian and global organisations, all who support the restoration,...
Qing Ye grew up in Southern China around the ZhuJiang river basin, this led to her developing a keen interest in sustainable river management. Qing...
IRF and Thiess (Founding Member of IRF) celebrated World Rivers Day by holding a special lunch event. Shaun Newberry, Thiess Executive General Manager Technical Services,...
The wait is over! We're delighted to announce the 2019 Finalists of the Thiess International Riverprize. The finalists have all demonstrated remarkable achievements and success...
2012 Thiess International Riverprize winner, Willamette Basin in Oregon, USA, has an active Twinning Project with the Laja, Basin, located in Central Mexico since 2015....
Michael has over 30 years’ experience across the resources & industrial industries in Australia, Asia, Africa and the Americas. Prior to being appointed to the joint role of Executive Chair and CEO of Thiess, Michael was the CEO of ASX listed CIMIC Group, responsible for leading Sedgman, UGL, CPB Contractors, Leighton Asia and Thiess. He joined Thiess in 1998, starting as a Project Manager, and has held leadership and operational roles in the mining, construction and services sector, giving him expertise across operations, technical, commercial and strategy.
Michael is a highly regarded and innovative leader focused on delivering value to clients and inspiring operational excellence by building strong, safe and performance-driven teams. He serves as a Director of the Minerals Council of Australia and the Sustainable Minerals Institute.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering Civil from the University of Sydney and a Master of Engineering Science from the University of New South Wales.
