The resources sector last night celebrated the finalists and winners of the 2024 BHP Women in Resources National Awards (WIRNA) at the National Arboretum in Canberra, marking the 11th anniversary of these prestigious awards.
The awards highlight the contributions of women in the resources industry, showcasing it as an employer of choice and underscoring the importance of an inclusive workforce.
The winners are drawn from state and territory-based awards, recognising exceptional talent across a wide range of professions, from metallurgists to electricians, community relations officers to environmental scientists.
The winners of the 2024 BHP Women in Resources National Awards are:
Dyno Nobel Exceptional Woman in Australian Resources Award
- Woodside Energy head of wells Australia Josie Fourie
For her groundbreaking leadership in offshore drilling, leading the Enfield well abandonment project and her role in contracting a world-class drilling rig for Australia’s decommissioning programs.
Newmont Exceptional Young Woman in Australian Resources Award
- BHP Saraji mine civil and mining portfolio lead Ashara Moore
Recognised for her leadership in managing large-scale projects and her contributions to advancing green technology within the mining sector.
The Bloomfield Group Outstanding Australian Tradeswoman, Operator or Technician Award
- Evolution Mining open pit supervisor Nadine Heal
Awarded for her resilience and dedication in advancing her career and championing gender diversity at Evolution’s Cowal gold operations.
Mitsubishi Development Excellence in Diversity Programs and Performance Award
- Thiess Mt Arthur South Indigenous/Inclusive Trainee Employment Program
Recognised for its success in attracting and supporting new-to-industry Indigenous and female candidates, fostering greater diversity within the workforce.
Maptek Women in Resources Technological Innovation Award
- Callidus Group materials and Innovation group manager Dr Evelyn Ng
Honoured for her pioneering contributions to technological innovation in the mining industry, including the development of four patents.
Rio Tinto Inclusion and Diversity Champion in Australian Resources Award
- Anglo American workplace support manager Kanae Dyas
Celebrated for her exceptional leadership in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, setting a new standard for gender and cultural safety within the resources sector.
The Women in Resources National Awards continue to inspire women to pursue rewarding careers in Australia’s resources industry, contributing to the sector’s growth, innovation, and diversity.