Join us for an insightful panellist session brought to you by the Young Asset Management Practitioners (YAMP) group and the Sydney Chapter of AMCouncil. This event is designed to help emerging professionals build and advance their careers in asset management. We will hear exciting stories from our panellists, as they share their professional experiences in asset management, discuss the various career paths in the industry and provide advice for professional growth as an emerging practitioner. Whether you’re a young professional or a seasoned practitioner, this event promises valuable insights and networking opportunities. While the event is primarily aimed at YAMP members, all are welcome to attend, including non-YAMPs. Don’t miss this chance to learn from industry experts and connect with fellow professionals. Our panellists include:

• Irina Tyan, Electrical Network Access Coordinator, Sydney Trains
• Maddy English, Manager, Engineering and Asset Management, KPMG
• Braeden Knox, Asset Management Consultant, WSP
• Amel Tokalic, Senior Track and Civil Engineer, UGL Regional Linx

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Introducing the Panellists:

Irina Tyan is the Electrical Network Access Coordinator at Sydney Trains, organising, planning, and prioritising electrical resourcing for network shutdowns and outages. She has held engineering roles within the aviation industry and across Sydney Trains Asset Management, and has been involved with developing and implementing track worker safety initiatives. In addition, Irina has worked extensively as an advocate for women in engineering and worked with various organisations in engineering outreach at primary, secondary, and tertiary levels.

Maddy English is a Manager in KPMG’s Engineering and Asset Management Team. She is an engineering professional with six years of experience working primarily with water utilities and a long held interest in the preservation of the natural environment. Following her graduation from the University of Sydney with a degree in civil (environmental) engineering,  Maddy commenced her career at AECOM, primarily working on wastewater planning projects. Maddy then transitioned to KPMG in 2019 to gain broader exposure across sectors and projects. Focussed on energy and utilities, Maddy’s current work involves optimising asset management practices to enhance customer value efficiently. Recent projects include translating technical engineering models into strategic investment plans for utilities and assessing climate risks for infrastructure maintenance and investment. Beyond her client work, Maddy actively promotes women to consider STEM degrees through KPMG’s partnerships with Robogals and engages in sustainability initiatives focussed on waste management and climate action.

Braeden Knox is an Asset Management Consultant, and has been part of the WSP Strategic Asset Management Team for over one and a half years. Braeden has a bachelor’s degree in Mechatronic Engineering and Creative Intelligence and Innovation. Prior to his graduation, he was a Systems Engineering Intern at Thales in the Security and Communications team. In his career at WSP, Braeden has played a pivotal role in projects that include the development of Asset Management Plans, performing Asset Management Maturity Assessments, Asset Assurance, Technical Due Diligence, Standards Development, and Technical Maintenance Plan Development for key infrastructure projects like the Parramatta Light Rail and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. His professional interests are focused on the AI space, which he has adeptly incorporated into his work, as well as Data and Process Automation, and exploring how organizations operate and communicate effectively.

Amel Tokalic is a seasoned Senior Track Engineer with extensive expertise in rail asset management, design and operations. Currently, Amel manages Track and Civil Standards and enhances Asset Management processes at UGL Regional Linx, and is responsible for more than 2200km of operational line on the NSW Country Regional Network. Prior to joining UGL Regional Linx, Amel has held Track Engineering and Asset Management Principal roles in BHP Iron Ore Rail, and has previously contributed to engineering and asset management on multiple rail networks across Australia.