GMW managing director receives top engineering award
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GMW managing director receives top engineering award
Monday 17 November, 2025
Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) Managing Director Charmaine Quick received one of Engineers Australia's top honours at the industry body's annual Excellence Awards held in Sydney on 13 November.
Ms Quick was one of six individuals made an Honorary Fellow - Engineers Australia's highest credential.
The award is granted by the Board of Engineers Australia to individuals who have demonstrated remarkable contributions within the engineering profession.
The award recognised Ms Quick as the first woman to lead GMW in its 30-year history and her 30 years of experience in the water industry with "a focus on strategic program delivery, operational efficiency and leading transformative change".
Engineers Australia also noted Ms Quick's "visionary leadership, commitment to innovation and dedication to improving water services and sustainability across Victoria".
In her speech Ms Quick said she was honoured and deeply grateful to accept the award.
"It is a privilege to be recognised by such a respected community of professionals," Ms Quick said.
"As 16-year-old growing up on a farm in western Victoria, I declared I wanted to be an engineer.
"Today almost 40 years after setting foot in the University of Melbourne Engineering Department, it is a decision I have never regretted.
"Engineering is an amazing and varied profession from design, construction, maintenance to management, it is a profession where you can select your own adventure.
"It is a profession that has given me the opportunity to play an important role in contributing to sustainable water management in Victoria.
"Water is so fundamental to life from drinking water, to growing food, for the environment and for our enjoyment.
"Throughout my career, I've been fortunate to work alongside amazing people who have mentored and supported me along the way and I want to thank them.
"A career in engineering allows you to solve real world problems and make a tangible difference to our communities.
"Thank you, Engineers Australia, for this incredible recognition."
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