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Michael Wandmaker

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Managing Director at East Gippsland Water
📍 Greater Melbourne Area, Australia

Michael is an experienced international executive and board member specializing in asset-intensive organizations. With a background in engineering from Monash University, he has a strong track record of implementing corporate strategies to drive profitable growth and operational excellence, notably as Managing Director for major water authorities.

Outside of his executive roles, Michael follows the Essendon Football Club and shows a keen interest in environmental governance, as indicated by his engagement with the Environment Protection Authority Victoria. This suggests a passion for both local community sports and broader environmental sustainability.

He has significant, hands-on experience leading and executing complex Mergers & Acquisitions.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Managing Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Melbourne Area, Australia
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Priorities

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Water Management
As the current Managing Director of East Gippsland Water and former MD of Melbourne Water, he is a key leader in the Australian water sector.
Corporate Governance
Serves as a Non-Executive Director for multiple organizations, including Latrobe Magnesium, demonstrating his expertise in board-level oversight and strategic direction.
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Career

Work history

7-2024
Managing Director
East Gippsland Water
2-2024
Non Executive Director
Bothar Group - Bothar Boring & Tunnelling
4-2022 - 4-2024
Business Leader, NED
NED Latrobe Magnesium (ASX LMG)
10-2014 - 12-2021
Managing Director
Melbourne Water
10-2013 - 6-2014
Acting Chief Executive Officer
UGL Limited
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Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Monash University
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