Foresight Engineering Team

Our approach is “the right person on the right task”. When the right person is on the right task, the project runs smoothly, efficiently and with the best outcomes.

Our Team

Bespoke
teamwork.

We create a tailored team for each project, blending the expertise and seniority of the team based on the client and project requirements. Our senior staff bring gained client and industry knowledge and experience, as well as the technical approach and expertise, input and guidance. We allow for specialist and expert resources to offer specialized solutions and technical diligence when required. Our juniors are mentored and deployed when practical to provide efficiency to clients.

We take the layers out of the project team, retain client knowledge and understanding, and take a holistic approach to every project delivery. Making it easy to work with us and to deliver better outcomes.

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Shaun Paul

Director/Principal Civil Structural Engineer - Registered

Shaun is the Principal Civil and Structural Engineer at Foresight and was an original founder of the company in 2009. 

He has over 20 years of experience in Project Management and has worked on large scale civil construction projects in Europe, Southeast Asia, and Australia.

When not working Shaun can often be found chopping up the fairways at the Bright Golf Course or sitting in his boat somewhere in East Gippsland.

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Tom Harding

Director/Principal Mechanical Engineer - Registered

Tom joined the Foresight team in 2014 and is the company’s Principal Mechanical Engineer.

Tom is a qualified Mechanical Engineer with experience in the UK and Australia across a range of industries with companies including Rolls Royce Aerospace, Iluka, BHP Billiton, GlaxoSmithKline, Alcoa, Mars and AGL.

When not working, Tom enjoys skiing and mountain biking in the High country with the kids. He also enjoys dirt bike riding and trail running.

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Rhys Banbrook

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Registered

As a qualified Mechanical Engineer with over 8 years’ experience in the Food and Manufacturing industry, Rhys has gained valuable experience working as a Project Engineer, Technical Engineer, and Reliability Engineer with Mars Food Australia.  Throughout his time with Mars, Rhys gained significant project engineering and manufacturing experience from working across the company’s multiple production sites.

Outside of work, Rhys enjoys spending his time fishing and camping in the great outdoors.

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Nick Martin

Mechanical Engineer

Nick is a Mechanical Engineer with experience in all areas of the project lifecycle.  He has previously been involved with the delivery of structural and mechanical engineering solutions for Tier 1
commercial projects in both Australia and PNG.

Nick is an outdoor enthusiast with a particular love of motorbikes, mountain bikes, and snowboarding in the Winter months.  He also loves socialising with friends whilst enjoying a refreshing beverage.

Lachlan Bannan

Lachlan Bannan

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Lachlan is a Graduate Mechanical Engineer with a Bachelor of Engineering.  Lachlan has previous work experience as an Engineering Intern in AGLs Renewable Engineering Department.   For his final year research project, Lachlan used engineering first-principles and 2D CFD to quantify the impact that damaged blades make on wind turbine power generation at varying wind speeds. 

Lachlan joined the Foresight team in July 2024.

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Nathan Hollow

Structural Engineer - Registered

Nathan holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil and Infrastructure and has 8 years combined experience in the Structural Engineering and Building industries.  He is highly adept at solving design problems and offering solutions, and he is confident when managing multiple projects concurrently.

When he is out of the office, Nathan enjoys walking the local area with his dogs, and dining out with friends.  He also loves to travel and is keen to make Italy a destination in the future.

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James Ahne

Junior Structural Engineer

James is a Graduate Structural Engineer with multiple years’ experience in the residential housing sector.  He is also a proficient drafts person and capable of producing quality engineering drawings on multiple drafting platforms.

In his spare time James enjoys making use of the local mountains including snowboarding, mountain biking, or rock climbing.

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Tamara Costa

Junior Civil / Structural Engineer

Tamara holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.  She has also completed a Diploma of Project Management and is currently completing an Advanced Diploma of Project Management.

Tamara has previous experience working as a project manager for SAC Building Workshop and practical experience working as a Trade Assistant for NET Civil Constructions.

Tamara has a passion for fitness and loves running, tennis and skiing.

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Jake Paul

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Jake is a graduate Mechanical Engineer and has a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering.  

Jake has previous experience working at Dendra supporting the mechanical design for ancillary drone equipment at HRL where he was involved in NDT and inspection of pressure vessels. 

Jake joined the Foresight team in May 2024

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Jarryd Poyner

Senior Surveyor, Civil Draftsman

Jarryd is a Senior Project Surveyor with 10 years Surveying and GIS experience and has more than 5 years of experience managing teams of surveyors and engineers on large scale complex projects.

Jarryd has worked on major Tier 1 infrastructure and construction projects and has previous involvement in open cut mining and exploration.

Outside of work, Jarryd is a passionate AFL fan, supporting the mighty Dees and enjoys skiing in winter.

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Tristan Gogan

Surveyor

Tristan started his career as a surveyor working in the mining industry both in Australian and overseas before changing carer paths to become a math and physics teacher.

Tristan returned to surveying and joined the Foresight team in 2022. 

Tristan has a passion for cycling, trail running, travel and cooking and often brings in home baked goodies to the office.

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Daniel Bryant

Architectural Draftsman and Senior Civil/Structural Draftsman

Dan is a Civil Draftsman with 10 years of experience within the Civil Residential and commercial sectors. 

Having recently completed his Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) his focus is now on developing the architectural design portion of the business to service a range of local and corporate clients.  Dan is an accredited NatHERS energy rating assessor.  

Outside of work Dan enjoys spending time with his young family, completing various projects around the house, and experiencing as much quality time as possible in the great outdoors.

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Anthony Drummond

Senior Mechanical Draftsman

Anthony is a Mechanical Designer with approximately 15 years’ drafting experience in the industry.  He has recently held the position of  Lead Draftsman for a $60M aquaculture project in Portland.

Anthony’s trade background in Boilermaking provides a strong foundation for developing design solutions for pipe systems, pump rooms and mechanical structures.

His out-of-work interests include long-distance ocean swimming, regular morning pool swimming and road cycling, playing guitar, and running his two whippets on the beach.

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Matthew Logan

Senior Mechanical Draftsman

Matt’s trade background in Fitting and Turning provides a strong foundation for developing design solutions that are practical and cost-efficient. He has worked for Engineering firms such as Hatch, Worley Parsons, Alcoa and Kempe International.

Matt has led drafting teams and has managed Drawing Information Systems on behalf of clients and he is highly proficient in AutoCAD 3D and Inventor.

Family, travel, and surfing are Matts focus away from work, combining all 3 if possible!

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Craig Kath

Senior Structural Draftsman

Craig is a Structural Design Draftsman with approximately 20 years experience in heavy industry and has a strong background in mechanical systems including conveyors, piping and access systems.
Craig has worked for companies such as BAE Engineering, BHP Olympic Dam, SKM, John Holland and Australian Submarine Corp.

An avid fisherman, Craig can often be found exploring the local area for new places to fish.  He is the proud dad of a new fur baby and enjoys spending time training and walking her.

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Andrew Palm

Contracting Mechanical Engineer and Draftsman

Andrew is a Mechanical Project Engineer with approximately 15 years’ experience in heavy industry such as mining and materials handling.

Andrew has a strong background in belt conveyors across a range of products such as coal, salt, Uranium, rocks and Iron ore and has worked directly for conveying equipment manufacturers.

Andrew enjoys road cycling and mountain biking around Bright, and when time and weather permits, enjoys playing golf with friends.

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Lisa Dunne

Process Engineer, Project Manager, Business Administration

Lisa is responsible for Foresight’s financial systems and business operations and provides Project Management services.

Lisa is a qualified Chemical Engineer with Process Engineering experience in the Pharmaceutical and Aluminium Industries and has worked for Hatch, Alcoa, GlaxoSmithKline and Local Government.

A love of snowboarding, hiking, and attending Bootcamp sees Lisa keeping active throughout the seasons.

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Amanda Hore

Business Administration / Quality Manager

Amanda has recently joined the team with over 20 years in Information Technology and Customer Service roles supporting a diverse range of industries.  

Amanda supports the business operations and is facilitating the implementation of our Quality Management System.  

Outside of work, Amanda is a passionate AFL fan and enjoys helping in the community with her multiple volunteer roles.