From fixing tractors on a Sunshine Coast fruit farm to leading teams through cyclones and complex water infrastructure challenges, Margit Connellan’s career is anything but ordinary.

Now National Director of Water Utilities at RP Infrastructure, Margit shares candid reflections on leadership under pressure, why respectful disruption leads to better project outcomes, and how listening, and not always being the loudest voice, builds stronger teams. Drawing on 30+ years across engineering design, asset management, finance, local government and executive leadership, she offers practical insights for navigating complexity in the water sector.

Beyond the work environment, Margit also speaks about one of her great passions, rehabilitating rescue horses, and the surprising leadership lessons they’ve taught her about patience, trust and consistency.

Thoughtful, grounded and genuinely inspiring, this episode is a must‑listen for engineers, leaders and emerging professionals alike.

Enjoy!!!

Hawkes & AD