Peter Chia - Community and Project Lead at 18fifty3 Group
Professional Background and Expertise
Peter Chia is a highly experienced private sector professional with over 32 years in the construction, civil, and landscape sectors. His career highlights include key roles in major projects such as:
- Sydney Olympics
- Eastern Distributor Upgrade
- Sydney Airport Domestic Terminal Upgrade
- Sydney Ports Corporation
- Garden Island Remediation
- Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority
- Sydney Zoo Construction
- Western Sydney Parklands
- National Parks and Wildlife Service
- NSW Dept Education Building Education Revolution (BER) Program
- Penrith Lakes Development Corporation Mine Closure
Peter's strategic focus areas include the Aboriginal Procurement Policy (APP), which he advised on with the Office of Prime and Cabinet from 2012 to 2013, leading to the policy's launch with the Prime Minister’s Office. His tenure as CEO of Muru Mittigar in Western Sydney resulted in over 75 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) jobs for the local Aboriginal community over nine years.
Current Role and Responsibilities
In his current role at 18fifty3 Group, Peter serves as the Community and Project Lead. His responsibilities encompass both strategic and operational management with a specific focus on community co-design, local job creation for Aboriginal communities, and enhancing procurement policies to benefit these communities.
Company Overview
18fifty3 Group is an integrated service provider which emphasizes bringing a cultural perspective to the projects it delivers for public and private sector clients. The company, established in 2017 and employing around 23 people, addresses various sectors, including construction, land management, and community development.
Key Achievements and Influence
Peter Chia has a significant impact on the professional landscape with a stringent focus on promoting Aboriginal employment and empowerment through enterprise and strategic policy implementation. His efforts in developing and implementing the Aboriginal Procurement Policy have been influential in setting a benchmark for community-oriented economic development.
Links to Profiles and Further Information
- [Peter Chia on LinkedIn](https://au.linkedin.com/in/peter-chia-83ba5341)
- [18fifty3 Group on LinkedIn](https://au.linkedin.com/company/18fifty3-group)
Team Information
18fifty3 Group boasts a team of highly experienced professionals, each bringing unique skills and background:
- John Sayers - Director
- Ben Surawski - General Manager
- Richard Baker - Owner, Mustering Operations
- Isobel Bender - Environmental Specialist
- Niño Sturgeon - Lands Manager
- Danny McClelland - Civil Manager
- Mark Radford - Safety/Project Manager
- Andrew Scheiffers - General Manager Aviation
Peter Chia's role within this diverse and skilled team emphasizes the integration of traditional knowledge with contemporary practices to drive impactful community and industry projects.