Ben started with Ventia in 2017 after completing his Environmental Engineering degree at RMIT University. Ben plays an important role in capturing key groundwater resource data for our clients, helping to ensure they are meeting environmental and regulatory requirements. 

Ben first joined us after completing some work experience during his studies for one of our Victorian water clients.

He sees a bright future in the groundwater industry and is enjoying learning the various technical aspects of the role. 

Outside of work, Ben enjoys hiking and playing cricket in the warmer months and playing football and skiing in the fresh winter months.

“Every day I am learning something new. I equally love getting out and about in the field, and also taking groundwater samples to track trends for our clients”.

Alison started with Ventia in 2016, having held previous positions with DownerMouchel and Transport for London. She enjoys the fact that her job with Ventia allows for a great balance of strategic planning through to hands-on operational delivery and the feeling of creating something that leaves a legacy in the community.

Alison appreciates the Ventia culture, which provides opportunities for development, career progression and diversity. 

“It is a relatively new brand with lots of experience behind it. There is a genuine respect and recognition of our people and the contribution they make to our business.”

In collaboration with Main Roads Western Australia, Alison and her team have been successfully delivering road improvement and maintenance works to the Pilbara community for more than six years.

Find out more about this exciting contract and watch our ‘Thinking big in remote regions video’ for insights in to the Ventia transport experience: https://www.ventia.com/projects/main-roads-western-australia-pilbara-isa

Matt Tingey joined Visionstream as an electrician earlier this year and says what he loves most about his first job is the environment and the colleagues he works with each day.

“Getting a role with Visionstream after my apprenticeship has been great. The work itself is very interesting and the team I work with makes coming to work enjoyable,” he said.

Matt, based in Melbourne, is part of our Essential Services team that supports a range of critical infrastructure programs right across Australia. 

“My work mainly involves installing DC power systems, battery banks and DC distribution equipment. The tasks and challenges for each day are different which keeps my brain ticking along well,” Matt said.

Visionstream’s Essential Services team operates 24-hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year to support customers. 

Matt said the early starts used to be a challenge, especially as he was doing his apprenticeship, but with two children under 19-months, early hours are certainly now a normal part of his busy life.

“One of the most important parts of my role is staying up to date and across the safety requirements for the work that I do, and implementing those. We work to the Critical Risk Protocols which help keep us and everyone else safe — but you’ve always got to be on your toes respecting the dangers and safety requirements of every task,” he said.

With a young family, Matt certainly has a lot of reasons to stay safe.