Brookfield Multiplex won the Employer of the Year Award at the inaugural
Women in Industry Awards.
Brookfield Multiplex employee Kylie Judd was shortlisted for the Rising Star award, recognising her exceptional talent within the industry.
The Women in Industry Awards recognises the achievements of women
working within the mining, engineering, manufacturing and process control
industries, with a view to raise the profile of women within these segments, as
well as promote excellence.
Brookfield Multiplex won the award for their commitment to successfully
attract, train and retain women through innovative and unique strategies, as
well as their overall approach to gender diversity.
Brookfield Multiplex has continuously focussed on identifying lasting,
integrated solutions that drive sustainable change for women in their organisation
and in the construction industry as a whole.
Mr John Flecker, CEO of Brookfield Multiplex commented that the company
is working towards a goal to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of
the communities in which they operate, both locally and globally. Brookfield
Multiplex has increased female representation in their Executive team from 0 to
33% over the last three years.
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Australian employee, Judd will spend two years building on her experience in
the Dubai business, before returning to Australia, a further reflection of the
opportunities for growth and development available within Brookfield Multiplex.
The Women in Industry Awards was organised by industry publications
Australian Mining, Manufacturers’ Monthly and PACE.