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Linda Ziebell

from Graduate Engineer to Senior Engineer
I manage service providers like water and power for relocation works
Industry
Transport, Logistics and Warehousing
Company
Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Government
Job Level
Mid

Ask me about

  • If I travel as part of my role
  • What it's like to be in an all-male workplace
  • What is the most interesting thing about my previous role

About me

In high school I wanted to be a pilot in the Airforce, so a good friend suggested doing an engineering degree first and then going to the Australian Defence Force. I started university at 17 and was away from home. It was difficult. I took some time off and travelled overseas before returning to university to finish my degree. It took me some time to get a job once I finished, so I upskilled my AutoCAD knowledge.

My first job was with a vibration analysis company, but my primary focus was drafting house plans in AutoCAD. This experience led to a position at the Department of Transport and Main Roads, drafting bridges. I then transferred into an engineering role in the steel materials team. I led this team for 8 years before taking a role in the Regional Projects team on the Gateway Bruce Highway Upgrade project.

About my role

  • Analytical
  • Humorous
  • Independent
  • Perfectionist
  • Rational
  • Witty

Project engineer responsible for managing the relocation of services within the road corridor for the Gateway to Bruce Highway Upgrade project. These services will include power, water, sewerage and NBN.

Education

  • Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
  • Post Graduate International Welding Engineer (current)

Subjects

  • Chemistry
  • English
  • Physics
  • Specialist Mathematics (Maths C)

Hobbies

  • Cooking
  • Dancing
  • Running
  • Travel

Pets

  • 1 Dog

15 year old me!!

“Don't rely on other to determine your career path or be someone other than yourself. You can have a successful career and children.”

My career journey

Curious to know how I got here? Here’s a snapshot of my career pathway.
  1. Moved out of home at 17
  2. Finished university and got my first engineering role
  3. Career change to transport
  4. Got married and had a child
  5. Career change to regional projects

My typical day

My employer

The Department of Transport and Main Roads moves and connects people, places, goods and services safely, efficiently and effectively across Queensland. We plan, manage and deliver Queensland's integrated transport environment to achieve sustainable transport solutions for road, rail, air and sea. Our vision is to create a single integrated transport network accessible to everyone. As part of the Queensland Government, we are committed to building a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve.