Joel Voortman | AWS Business Manager

Joel is the Manager of the Australian Water School (AWS), where he leads the delivery of online training and professional development for the global water industry. With 19 years of experience in the water sector, Joel has played a pivotal role in developing, implementing, and managing digital training programs for not-for-profit organisations, including the International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management (ICE WaRM) and the National Centre for Groundwater Research and Training (NCGRT) at Flinders University. In his role, Joel oversees all AWS online training courses, webinars, and digital content, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and relevance. His passion for advancing best-practice learning outcomes drives his commitment to equipping water professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to address industry challenges on a global scale.

Anushree Mistry | AWS Training Officer

Anushree is the Training Officer at the Australian Water School (AWS), where she plays a key role in delivering high-quality online training courses and webinars to the global water industry. With extensive experience in both the university and private sectors, Anushree brings valuable expertise in designing and developing technical training programs tailored to industry needs.

In her role at AWS, Anushree is responsible for ensuring best-practice learning outcomes by coordinating the development, implementation, and delivery of professional development opportunities. Her commitment to excellence and passion for empowering water professionals contribute to the success and impact of AWS’s training programs.

Renée Samwell | AWS Training Coordinator

Renée is the Digital Training Coordinator, where she oversees the coordination and delivery of its online training programs, marketing efforts, and administrative functions. With a strong background in the water industry, Renée has held roles in data and library management, stakeholder engagement, regulation, and project coordination.

Renée holds a bachelor’s degree in Behavioural Science and a Post Graduate Diploma in Library Management, equipping her with a broad skill set and the ability to collaborate and deliver projects effectively within a small team. Her diverse expertise enhances AWS’s capacity to deliver impactful training and professional development opportunities to the water sector.

Get in touch with the AWS team at training@awschool.com.au