Interested in a career in the water industry? Join us for an inspiring Lunch & Learn session featuring two experienced water sector professionals who will share their journeys from university to industry and provide valuable insights into careers in one of Australia’s most important sectors.

🌟 Everyone is welcome! Whether you’re studying engineering, environmental science, hydrogeology, agriculture, sustainability, planning, or any discipline connected to water, this event is for you.

Meet the Speakers

Giselle Degebrodt

Founder & Director, WISE Water Infrastructure Science & Engineering

Giselle graduated from UWA in Environmental Engineering with honours in Fluid Mechanics and has more than 30 years of experience in the water sector. Her career spans water utilities, mining projects, and humanitarian initiatives across Australia, Africa, and South-East Asia. In 2012, she founded Water Infrastructure Science and Engineering (WISE) to build a specialist consultancy focused on fit-for-purpose engineering solutions.

Gerard Edwards

Hydrologist

Gerard has more than 20 years of experience as a hydrologist, specialising in stormwater design, flood modelling, water resource management, and groundwater management. An active member of the Australian Water Association committee, Gerard is passionate about supporting industry engagement and sharing knowledge with emerging professionals.

What You’ll Learn

💧 Transitioning from university to industry

💧 Career pathways and opportunities in the water sector

💧 Skills and experiences that employers value

💧 Challenges, lessons learned, and professional growth

💧 Industry trends and future opportunities

Event Schedule

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Registration and arrival

12:00 PM – 12:05 PM Welcome and introduction

12:05 PM – 12:20 PM Giselle Degebrodt – From Campus to Industry: A Career Journey

12:20 PM – 12:35 PM Gerard Edwards – Professional Experiences and Industry Insights

12:35 PM – 12:45 PM Q&A with both speakers

12:45 PM – 1:20 PM Lunch and networking

1:20 PM – 1:30 PM Event close

🍽️ Free lunch provided

🤝 Connect with industry professionals and fellow students

🎟️ Free for ECU Students (Guild members, registration required)

📅 Thursday 6 August 2026

🕛 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

📍 Building 7, Rm 103, Joondalup Campus.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical career advice, expand your professional network, and discover where a career in water could take you.