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PIANC YP Breakfast Christchurch Wed 23 July
July 23 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am
The New Zealand Chapter of the World Association for Waterborne Transport Infrastructure warmly invites Young Professionals to an exciting Leadership Breakfast in Christchurch. Hear from two great industry professionals about their career journey and meet other like-minded YPs. Open to anyone working in or interested in the ports and marine industry, including students.
This event is FREE but registrations are essential! Please register here.
Venue: WSP Office, 12 Moorhouse Ave, Addington, CHCH, 8011
Date & Time: Wed 23 July 2025 8.30am – 10.30am
Catering provided will include barista coffee, Posh Porridge, and Bellbird pastries.
MC Introduction
Andrew Brown, Coastal Engineer at Tonkin + Taylor, PIANC NZ YP Lead & PIANC YP-Com Vice Chair Asia Pacific
Presentation – Mentor Talk
Gary Teear, Director and Senior Engineer at Offshore & Coastal Engineering Limited (OCEL).
Having worked around the world, in a career that spans technical engineering, commercial diving, and explosives work, Gary brings valuable perspective to the industry. Known for his practical leadership style, he leads by example!
Presentation – Mentor Talk
Matt Sheppard, Ports & Coastal Engineer at BECA
Matt has over a decade of experience in the marine sector, spanning construction, design, and contract management, across multiple countries. Having worked on both the contractor and consultant sides of the industry, Matt brings a well-rounded perspective that bridges technical execution with strategic project delivery.
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The event is free but registrations are essential! Please register here.