Earlier this month, CIBSE ANZ announced the finalists for the 2026 Young Engineers Awards, and we'd like to congratulate each of them.
This year's theme, Circular Economy – Paying it forward for the future generation, asked entrants to think beyond conventional approaches and create lasting value for those who follow. Our finalists responded with fresh thinking, practical innovation and a real commitment to the future of building services. Our Engineering Advocate finalists also showed how much experienced professionals do to mentor and open doors for the next generation.
Mark Griffin Student of the Year Award
- Dylan Chand – The University of Auckland, Auckland
- Hai Ninh Nguyen – Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington
- James Wahbe – Goldfish & Bay / University of Technology Sydney, Sydney
Haris Moraitis Graduate of the Year Award
- Tim Gong – Graduate Engineer, Arup, Sydney
- Alice Meacher – Graduate Mechanical Engineer, Arup, Sydney
- Muhammad Izzul Hakimi Bin Roslan – Inspection Officer, CAMS Assethub and RMIT University, Melbourne
Jack Pirie Young Engineer of the Year Award
- Liam Kearns – Principal Mechanical Critical Systems Engineer, Cundall, Sydney
- Awaran Nepal – Project Engineer, Fire and Hydraulics, WSce, Brisbane
- Josh Young – Mechanical Engineer, Aquatic Services Lead, Beca, Auckland
Jeff Robinson Engineering Advocate of the Year Award
- Anthony Calderone – Technical Director, Built Environment, Mott MacDonald, Christchurch
- Steven Lam – Mechanical Engineer, Mott MacDonald, Melbourne
- Peter Young – Principal and Mechanical Section Manager, Northrop Consulting Engineers, Sydney
Our judges were impressed by the high standard this year. They praised the finalists' technical ability, their fresh approaches to circular economy, and their commitment to developing others in the profession. Thank you to everyone who entered or nominated a colleague.
Celebrate with us
We'll reveal the winners at the awards ceremony. Come along and celebrate the people shaping the future of building services.
📅 Thursday 22/10/2026, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
📍 L'Aqua, Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney
Thank you to our 2026 sponsors for supporting rising talent in building services.
