Consolidating Outsourced Environmental Sampling to Achieve Greater Operational Outcomes
| Wednesday, June 24, 2026 |
| 1:50 PM - 2:10 PM |
| Gold Coast Sport and Leisure Centre, 296 Nerang Broadbeach Rd, Gold Coast Queensland 4211 |
Overview
Gympie Regional Council | Ethan Brown - Specialist Water Treatment Operations & Andrew Szymala - Lead Water Industry Specialist Treatment Operator
Speaker
Andrew Szymala
Water Industry Specialist Treatment Operator
Gympie Regional Council
Consolidating Outsourced Environmental Sampling to Achieve Greater Operational Outcomes
12:10 PM - 12:30 PMBiography
Andrew is part of water and wastewater operations for the Gympie region. His approach to plant management is built on a foundation in Environmental Science and Technology from USC, combined with hands-on experience in both the aquaculture,aquarium and municipal sectors.
His primary technical focus is on process optimization, SCADA systems, and ensuring precision in water chemistry. Having just completed his Certificate III in Water Industry Operations, he is dedicated to applying practical, science-driven strategies to ensure the reliability and safety of our regional water infrastructure.
Ethan Brown
Specialist Water Treatment Operations
Gympie Regional Council
Consolidating Outsourced Environmental Sampling to Achieve Greater Operational Outcomes
1:50 PM - 2:10 PMBiography
Ethan recently made the change to a career in the Water/Wastewater industry after working as a Marine Animal Keeper and is enjoying the new challenges and opportunities. He works at Gympie Regional Council in an Operator role and is excited to continue learning and developing as an Operator in such an interesting and diverse industry.