Call for ALGA Branch & Specialist Interest Group Committee Nominations

Australasian Land & Groundwater Association (ALGA) is seeking nominations for the Branch and Specialist Interest Group (SIG) Committees to support and strengthen the contaminated land and groundwater industry across Australasia.

We invite you to submit your nomination as a Committee Member, contributing to our industry! Nominations are required to be lodged electronically.. If you have any queries do not hesitate to contact us at membership@landandgroundwater.com.

The questions you will need to answer are:

Branches

1. 1. Provide a brief bio outlining your professional background, key accomplishments, and relevant experience. 

2. 2. Why are you interested in joining a Branch Committee? 

3. 3. What specific outcomes or contributions do you hope to achieve through your involvement in this committee? (Per group) 

4. 4. Are you a member of any other professional organisations or associations? If yes, please list them. 

5. 5. Do you volunteer with any organisations or associations? If yes, what roles have you undertaken and what contributions have you made? 

Specialist Interest Group

1. 1. Provide a brief bio outlining your professional background, key accomplishments, and relevant experience. 

2. 2. Why are you interested in joining an ALGA Specialist Interest Group? 

3. 3. What specific outcomes or contributions do you hope to achieve through your involvement in this group? (Per group) 

4. 4. Are you a member of any other professional organisations or associations? If yes, please list them. 

5. 5. Do you volunteer with any organisations or associations? If yes, what roles have you undertaken and what contributions have you made? 

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The Committees, represented by a chair and/or co-chair, while not “Company Directors” are an integral and critical part of ALGA.

Branch Committees are responsible for developing the calendar of events in each Branch of the Association – which involves brainstorming forum topics, nominating speakers, and assisting ALGA achieve it’s mission.

In collaboration with the ALGA office, on average Branch Committees help to organise one monthly event in each Branch location across Australia and New Zealand. Branch Committee meetings are generally held a minimum of two times per year.

Branches – Australia	Branches – New Zealand
Adelaide Brisbane Canberra Darwin Far North Qld Melbourne Newcastle Perth Regional NSW Sydney Tasmania	Auckland Bay of Plenty Christchurch Waikato Wellington

Specialist Interest Group Committees are expected to:

• • identify new and emerging areas specifically relating to their area of expertise

• • identify knowledge gaps and needs across the industry within their sector

• • coordinate responses on relevant guidance issued for industry comment

• • develop a workplan that addresses the above items to improve the management of contaminated land and groundwater .

Specialist Interest Groups

• • Asbestos

• • Environmental Auditors

• • Emerging Contaminants of Concern

• • Emerging Professionals

• • Groundwater Fate & Transport

• • Local Government

• • Risk Assessment

• • Australasian Sustainable Remediation Forum (SuRF ANZ)

• • Unexploded Ordnance

• • Vapour & Gas

• • Women in the Contaminated Land and Groundwater Industry

Eligibility:

• • Be a current financial member of ALGA. Click here for information about membership.

• • Be able to commit the time necessary.
    • • Branches: Arrange a minimum of one event a year, actively participate in all functions of the Branch Committee, including regularly attending committee meetings and branch events; In collaboration with the ALGA office, on average Branch Committees organise one monthly event in each Branch location across Australia and New Zealand. Branch Committee meetings are generally held a minimum of two times per year. 
    • • Interest Groups: To meet with other committee members, via teleconference. Members nominating to join a committee must read and comply with the relevant Governance Charter throughout their term on the committee.

Branch Committee Governance Charter

SIG Committee Governance Charter

Benefits of being on a Committee:

• • Experience – Experience how ALGA works and the effort that goes into making the association successful!

• • Relationships/Networking – Joining a committee helps you build stronger relationships with others within the industry.

• • Brand Building –  Build your brand by getting involved, it’s not about who you know anymore—it’s about who knows you!

• • Development – Committee participation leads to uncovering business insights you can utilize in your professional and personal development!

• • Leadership Opportunities – Through active participation on a committee, you will have the opportunity to boost your resume and someday become a board  member.

• • Service – Contribute to the growth and future success of the organization.

• • Pay it Forward – Give back to the industry by making a difference in committee involvement.

• • A chance for people to see you in action – show people how great you are! Community – ALGA is made up of a wonderful community of knowledgeable and   helpful members within the Contaminated Land and Groundwater industry.

• • Insider Sneak Peaks! You’ll know what’s happening before everyone else.