Justin Lydiard of Tuggerah-based firm Sage Civil has taken a major award at the 2023 NSW Civil Contractors Federation People Awards, recognising the state’s top talent in the civil construction industry.
He was one of 16 individuals receiving top honours in their category at the awards.
Presented by the state’s peak civil construction body, Civil Contractors Federation NSW (CCF NSW), the People Awards recognise the high calibre of individuals working in a variety of roles in the industry including engineers, plant operators, site supervisors, safety officers and more.
Lydiard was named Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employee of the Year.
The winners were announced on November 3 at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse, Sydney, as more than 350 businesses and industry stakeholders from across NSW celebrated the dedication and excellence of the 70 finalists, who were nominated by their employers on the basis of their performance.
CCF NSW CEO Kylie Yates said competition was fierce with high-quality nominations, making the selection process a challenge for the independent judges.
“The civil construction industry – and everyone who is part of it – has shown incredible resilience, flexibility and skill in delivering to such a high standard, especially in the current environment,” she said.
“I congratulate all the winners and finalists; these extraordinary individuals have demonstrated best practice in their respective roles, contributing not only to their employers’ success, but that of the state’s civil construction industry.
“These employees, and the companies that employ them, play a pivotal role in building infrastructure the state can be proud of and contributing to a strong economy.”