Engineering Fellow and previous Engineers Australia Tasmania President Mike Sylvester FIEAust CPEng EngExec has been appointed as the new CEO of Tasmanian Irrigation, commencing in March this year.  

Mike will oversee a significant program of capital works, increasing Tasmanian Irrigation’s asset portfolio to approximately $900 million, through infrastructure projects funded by irrigators and the State and Federal Governments. These Public Private Partnership projects contribute to the State Government's aim of increasing the farmgate value of Tasmanian’s agricultural sector to $10 billion a year by 2050.

Mike, a civil engineer, brings 25 years of experience to the role, having worked in Australia and internationally.  He has also been deeply involved with Engineers Australia serving as the Tasmanian President in 2013/14 and as a member of the National College of Civil Engineers and the Young Engineers Australia National Committee. During his presidency, Mike raised the profile of Tasmanian engineers through increasing engagement with the Tasmanian Government and the community generally.

On his appointment, Mike said irrigated agriculture plays a transformative role in turning potential into prosperity. 

 “I’m delighted to take up this role at a time when reliable and sustainable access to water is more critical than ever,” he said. 

Engineers Australia Tasmania’s General Manager, Joanne Moses expressed excitement about having an engineer at the helm of such an impactful organisation. 

“Engineering expertise is crucial in so many sectors and it is encouraging to see prominent engineers like Mike appointed to lead major infrastructure businesses.  His experience delivering economic and social outcomes for Tasmanian communities makes Mike the right choice for Tasmanian irrigation,” she said.

Congratulations to Mike for this achievement.

 For more details about Mike’s appointment, visit the Tasmanian Irrigation website.