Kalpana Maharage Thursday April 30, 2015 A next generation perspective Gender diversity in the workplace and community.

Kalpana MaharageThursday April 30, 2015

A next generation perspective

Gender diversity in the workplace and community

2Perth, Australia 2015

Paving the way for my generation

• Support, celebrate and inspire● Women in Mining and Resources WA● Chamber of Minerals and Energy

3Perth, Australia 2015

My career journey

• Tarong Mine, QLD (2005)

• Hunter Valley Operations, NSW (2007)

• Hope Downs 1, WA (2009)

• Greater Paraburdoo Operations, WA (2010)● Graduate Program● Team Leader● Superintendent● Quarry Manager

4Perth, Australia 2015

Support from my leaders

• Leaders recognise skills

• Leaders support and mentor

• Leaders provide opportunities

• Diversity creates a strong foundation

5Perth, Australia 2015

Working remotely

6Perth, Australia 2015

RESILIENCE

7Perth, Australia 2015

Thank you

• Predecessors have paved the way and are providing support through groups and mentoring

• Leaders are providing support and recognising skills

• Industry is supporting local communities

• What is your story?