Minerals Council of Australia Victoria’s 2022 Women in Resources Awards have been awarded to five exceptional Victorian women that includes senior managers in community engagement and human resources, an exploration geologist, underground operator and a superintendent in data science.
Award winners cover the diverse range of jobs in mining, from traditional trades roles to community engagement, earth sciences and digital technology roles in regional mining operations and headquarters in Melbourne.
The Victorian winners will progress to the National Women in Resources National Awards.
2022 Victorian Women in Resources Award Winners are:
Exceptional Woman in Victorian Resources
Lisa Gibbons, General Manager, Southern Cross Gold
Felicia Binks, Director Environment and Government Relations, Agnico Eagle
Exceptional Young Woman in Victorian Resources
Claudia Bowman, Exploration Geologist, Agnico Eagle Fosterville
Melanie Richards, Underground Operator, Stawell Gold Mines – Highly Commended Award
Technological Innovation Award
Gemma McGoldrick, Superintendent – Digital Squads, Newcrest Mining
Inclusion & Gender Diversity Champion
Vivian Simonelli, Managing Partner and Principal Executive Search Consultant, Ellis King.