LGEA - Paige Johnson

I’m nominating for re-election to the Committee of Management of the Local Government Engineers’ Association (LGEA) because I want to continue making a positive difference for our members.

While on the Committee of Management, as a workplace Delegate and through LGEA Young Professionals, I’ve seen what great things our union does.

Local Government is my passion – I’m proud to be Senior Civil Engineer for Asset Management at Lake Macquarie City Council as well as an elected Councillor for the City of Newcastle.

Developing our emerging engineers and next generation of leaders in local government is important to me. Alongside my professional roles, since last year I have also been serving as Chair of Young IPWEA NSW and ACT where I lead the state committee on a strategy of retention, growth and advocacy for our young members.

Bio

Paige holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Honours) from the University of Newcastle. While studying, she served as a non-executive director on the University of Newcastle Council and was recognized as Newcastle’s Young Citizen of the Year for her contributions to the City and community.

In addition to her role as a Councillor for the City of Newcastle, Paige works in local government as a Senior Civil Engineer, responsible for managing billions of dollars in public infrastructure. Her leadership extends to the wider community, where she has an active role in the union movement and in social justice, civic advocacy and governance roles.