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Meet The Team - Lisa During
2 December 2022
Recent recruit Lisa During is Hawthorne Civil’s new Business Support Officer. She is already kicking goals making a huge difference to Hawthorne Civil HQ and our crews, especially in all things payroll! A lover of Christmas, Lisa particularly loves the variety of her role.
Hawthorne Civil Launches Hawthorne Hire
14 October 2022
Hawthorne Civil is delighted to announce the launch of a new venture, Hawthorne Hire.
Intended to support the delivery of major projects on Australia’s eastern seaboard, Hawthorne Hire will bring the same levels of quality, service, commitment, and collaboration that has spurred on the success and growth of Hawthorne Civil.
Project Update - Douglas Water Treatment Plant
12 October 2022
Hawthorne Civil has now completed the final pour on the Lamella Clarifiers which allows for the Hydrotesting of both tanks and further mechanical installation. In an ongoing partnership with BMD Constructions, Hawthorne Civil has delivered the concrete works package for Townsville’s Douglas Water Treatment Plant for Townsville City Council. In a program of works that will see the plant upgraded, Hawthorne Civil has supported BMD in the delivery two new lamella clarifiers that will enhance water treatment capacity during tropical weather events.
Meet The Team - Stacey Arnold
31 August 2022
Recent recruit Stacey Arnold is Hawthorne Civil’s new HR Manager. Fierce and fearless, Stacey has a passion for life, loves to travel and expresses herself as a ‘fire poi’ dancer. With a work history in New Zealand, the UK and now, Australia our all-action mum of 5, believes that being able to adapt and embrace change is the ‘secret weapon’ to success.
Meet The Team - Sharon Amedee
17 August 2022
Business Support Manager Sharon Amedee is the vital cog that keeps Hawthorne Civil turning and running like clockwork and celebrates two years with us this week!
“Without Sharon, we would not be where we are today, it is as simple as that,” said Enda O’Brien. “Sharon is an absolute legend who has been a major part of our success. She basically runs everything that goes on behind the scenes at Hawthorne Civil, allowing our team to get on with what they do best. As she celebrates two years with us, I’d like to thank her for everything that she does and will continue to do as part of our team. Thank you Sharon.”
As Sharon celebrates her second year with Hawthorne Civil, we caught up with ‘Shaz’ to learn more about her ‘down to earth’, ‘no frills’ view on work, play and life on the farm.
Meet The Team - Zdravko Cvetanoski
04 August 2022
Hawthorne Civil's Engineering Manager Zdravko Cvetanoski has a passion for engineering and a track record of project success, delivering major projects across Australia. But he also has a love of football, a creative side and ties to combine the two with taking time out to travel. We caught up with Strav to learn a little bit about him.
Meet The Team - Ramon Labort
04 July 2022
Hawthorne Civil's Operations Manager Ramon Labort has been a key part of our growth, supporting our team, leading our operations and making a difference to our clients and their projects. We caught up with Ramon to learn a little bit about him, what fires his passion for engineering and why he enjoys life at Hawthorne Civil.
International Women In Engineering Day Interview - Lori Qin
23 June 2022
International Women in Engineering Day began in the UK in 2014 as a national campaign from the Women’s Engineering Society. Since then, INWED has grown enormously, receiving UNESCO patronage in 2016 and going truly global the following year.
In 2021 the theme was #engineeringheroes. Highlighting and celebrating the heroes of INWED and their inspirational, real-life, engineering stories. For 2022, we’re looking towards the future, focusing on the inventors and innovators who will change the industry for the better.
We caught up with Hawthorne Civil's Lori Qin to discuss her career in infrastructure and how the sector can improve female participation.
Department of Transport and Main Roads Pre-Qualification Achieved
16 June 2022
Hawthorne Civil is delighted to announce that we have attained full pre-qualification with the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Queensland for Civil (Bridge) Construction Contracts. Based on a contractor's technical and managerial expertise, financial capacity, and previous performance, pre-qualification to The National Prequalification System for Civil (Bridge) Construction Contracts classifies contractors who wish to tender for bridge construction contracts.
Hawthorne Civil’s Commitment to Quality Reaffirmed
9 June 2022
Hawthorne Civil’s quality, environmental, and safety management systems and processes have received a big tick of approval with ongoing accreditation received across:
- ISO 9001 Quality Management
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management
- ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management
