Recognising the efforts of women across a range of industrial sectors, the Women in Industry Awards will celebrate excellence.
The Women in Industry Awards are a platform to recognise and celebrate the achievements of women across a diverse range of industrial sectors.
For more than a decade, the awards have shone a spotlight on the invaluable contributions of women who excel in their fields and actively drive change, break down barriers, and inspire the next generation of female leaders.
Organised by Prime Creative Media, the awards encompass industries such as waste management, mining, transport, manufacturing, engineering, logistics, bulk handling, rail, construction, infrastructure, and energy.
They demonstrate that these industries offer viable and rewarding career paths for women. At the same time, the stories and achievements of the award winners serve as powerful inspirations and role models for young women considering careers in industrial sectors.
Looking back at previous years, the awards have highlighted women’s diverse talents and significant impact across various sectors.
Derelle Mitchell from Health Focus Manufacturing was the 2024 Woman of the Year and was also recognised for Excellence in Manufacturing. Other notable winners in 2024 included Kathleen Kelly (McConnell Dowell) for Safety Advocacy, Kate Leone (UGL) for Rising Star, and Allyson Woodford (APA Group) for Excellence in Engineering.
“I’ve been in the industry for a long time,” Kelly said. “Every single day, I get up at four o’clock in the morning and get to work at five. I love my job. I’ve been blessed with the industries and companies I’ve worked for.
“I work at McConnell Dowell and am proud to work with this company and its fantastic values.”
The categories for the 2025 awards include:
- Business Development Success of the Year: Recognises an individual who has created new growth opportunities for their organisation.
- Excellence in Construction: Honours an individual who has positively contributed to any facet of the construction industry.
- Excellence in Engineering: Acknowledges leadership, technological excellence, and innovation in engineering.
- Excellence in Energy: Highlights positive contributions to the renewables, pipeline, electricity, or oil and gas industries.
- Excellence in Manufacturing: Recognises outstanding personal contributions to a manufacturing business and the wider community.
- Excellence in Mining: Singles out positive contributions to the mining industry.
- Excellence in Transport (Proudly sponsored by Kenter): Celebrates individuals who have gone above and beyond to positively impact the Australian transport industry.
- Industry Advocacy Award: Recognises individuals who have helped shape a positive view of their industry or created beneficial policy changes.
- Mentor of the Year: Acknowledges individuals dedicated to guiding and sharing knowledge within their industry.
- Rising Star of the Year (Proudly sponsored by Atlas Copco): Recognises individuals showing significant promise early in their careers.
- The Safety Advocacy Award (proudly sponsored by Paccar Australia): Honours those actively working to improve safety within their industry.
- Woman of the Year (Proudly sponsored by Fulton Hogan): This prestigious award is chosen from the winners of the other categories, recognising an exceptional woman whose contributions are changing the industry for the better.
Each year, the Women in Industry Awards culminate in a gala dinner, bringing together industry leaders, nominees, and supporters to celebrate the achievements of the finalists and winners.
The 2025 awards night will take place in Melbourne on June 19, 2025. Help celebrate with us.
To purchase tickets, visit: https://womeninindustry.com.au/awards/
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