Lydia Gentle OAM
Head of Engineering
Lydia Gentle OAM
She/Her
Head of Engineering
BHP
Lydia is a high skilled and experienced Chartered Civil & Structural Engineer. Her 20-year career spans the engineering consultancy, construction and mining industries across multiple continents. Lydia is the Head of Engineering at BHP Mitsubishi Alliance Coal Operations.
Lydia is an Order of Australia Medal recipient for services to Engineering and the youngest Australian to receive Engineering Executive status with Engineers Australia, highlighting Lydia's leadership skills and contribution to the resource’s profession. Lydia has a thirst for learning and holds a Bachelor and Master of Engineering, a Senior Executive MBA and sits on numerous industry boards.
With a passion for a diverse and inclusive workforce, Lydia has a particular focus on building team culture and training the next generation to ensure a balanced pipeline of talent to the resources sector through educational programs and initiatives.
SESSIONS
Day 2
2:00
“How-to Leadership Toolkit”
Personal Leadership
How to set and maintain leadership boundaries?
Cherry Ward, Founder, Leadership Development, Executive Coach & Advisor, Bluebird Leadership
How to leverage mentorship and networking for continuous career growth?
Dr Leah Barrett-Beck, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Metro North Health
How to balance ambition and well-being to avoid burnout and sustain long-term success?
Team Leadership
How to lead teams through uncertainty and change, while maintaining team morale and focus during transitions?
Lydia Gentle OAM, Head of Engineering, BHP
How to address sensitive issues in the workplace to create a supportive and inclusive workplace culture?
How to manage team performance and accountability?