Australia is facing a looming crisis—with 25,000 maintenance roles could go unfilled by 2027, while critical know-how walks out the door daily.

As technology evolves, so must our leaders. This panel cuts through the noise to spotlight what really drives Maintenance and Reliability (M&R) success: people and the skills they bring.

Join industry leaders for a fast-paced conversation on building the next wave of M&R talent—leaders who blend technical mastery, sharp analytics, and strong people skills to boost performance, safety, and sustainability.

Competence in Action
Preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance only succeed when skills match strategy. Discover how data-savvy, well-trained teams drive real operational impact.

Leading with People, Not Just Process
With nearly 40% of knowledge undocumented, leadership must focus on knowledge transfer, communication, and team development to avoid critical gaps.

The Future Is Human
Explore the Digital tools which help—but people make the difference. Learn how to shape agile, capable leaders who thrive in change and power long-term growth.