Meet Our Leaders
Andrew Kerr is a construction manager within the construction sector with extensive experience in managing large complex civil projects. Andrew is responsible for all aspects of the business, from strategic planning through to business development and delivery. Andrew works closely with Shamrock team members to ensure all projects are delivered safely and exceed client’s quality and program requirements.
Shamrock Director, Leslie Zeeman is a civil engineer with extensive specialist experience in consulting and contracting.
Before joining Shamrock Civil Engineering in 2005, Leslie commenced his career in the consulting industry with a South Africa consulting group who ultimately merged with an Australian consulting company, O’Connell Wagner, forming the Aurecon group. Leslie was with Aurecon for six years before starting a construction arm for a plant hire company. Two years later he moved on to become a co-founder of a South African consulting firm, where he served as a director until he moved to Australia in 2001.
His experience led to him building skills in all areas of civil engineering including design, contract documentation, management, finance and industry relationships at all levels. He has a keen eye for technical detail, overseeing design proposals where required to ensure that industry standards are met. Hand in hand with his wealth of consulting and construction experience, Leslie has been involved and managed contracts from inception to completion at the highest levels.
Leslie is a collaborative leader with exceptional and diverse business experience. His focus is now to manage Shamrock’s asset portfolio including properties, earthmoving equipment and vehicles in addition to overseeing Finance and Human Resources. Leslie believes the key to achieve success in all spheres of life, is to maintain good relationships with a collective approach focusing on integrity and comradery.
Before joining Shamrock Civil Engineering in 2005, Leslie commenced his career in the consulting industry with a South Africa consulting group who ultimately merged with an Australian consulting company, O’Connell Wagner, forming the Aurecon group. Leslie was with Aurecon for six years before starting a construction arm for a plant hire company. Two years later he moved on to become a co-founder of a South African consulting firm, where he served as a director until he moved to Australia in 2001.
His experience led to him building skills in all areas of civil engineering including design, contract documentation, management, finance and industry relationships at all levels. He has a keen eye for technical detail, overseeing design proposals where required to ensure that industry standards are met. Hand in hand with his wealth of consulting and construction experience, Leslie has been involved and managed contracts from inception to completion at the highest levels.
Leslie is a collaborative leader with exceptional and diverse business experience. His focus is now to manage Shamrock’s asset portfolio including properties, earthmoving equipment and vehicles in addition to overseeing Finance and Human Resources. Leslie believes the key to achieve success in all spheres of life, is to maintain good relationships with a collective approach focusing on integrity and comradery.
Brendan Kealy successfully spearheaded Shamrock Civil from its foundation in 1994 until 2006 in the capacity of CEO. Currently a Managing Director of Shamrock Civil and construction expert, Brendan is focused on international acquisition, business development and the implementation of strategic plans across Shamrock Civil’s operations. Brendan is a hands-on problem solver with a high rate of achievement and an appetite for new challenges. He has been instrumental in the development of our operational capability and project portfolio in Papua New Guinea, North Queensland, South Australia and Northern Territory.
Serving as the CFO at Shamrock Equipment & Shamrock Site Services for the last 3 years, James has recently taken on the role of CFO for Shamrock Civil. James plays a major role in providing direction and developing strategies for business growth. Through his commitment to this previous role, James helped Shamrock Equipment & Shamrock Site Services create systems that met the needs of the ever growing business. James comes from a finance and IT background with over 20 years’ experience working within the mining sector. His goal is to improve the financial forecasts, budgets and streamline business processes. Before joining the Shamrock team, he was accounts manager at Hancock Coal Pty Ltd from 2011.
Sean Keane commenced his career with Shamrock Civil Engineering over 10 years ago as a Contracts Manager. He worked on a variety of projects in the resource, commercial and urban development sectors. As Commercial Manager, Sean now ensures that Shamrock Civil Engineering properly identifies and manages all Head Contract and Supplier risks. He drives the development, maintenance and implementation of our job cost reporting system and commercial, contractual and supply chain management systems.
Michael is a seasoned HR professional with extensive experience both in Australia and internationally, primarily in the Construction and Mining sectors. He holds tertiary qualifications from Australian universities in HR, Training and Development, and OHS Management.
Before joining Shamrock, Michael served as the GMHR for ABB Engineering and Construction in Sydney from 1993 to 1997, overseeing projects across Australia and Asia.
Michael in 2013 returned to Indonesia working for Leighton Contractors Asia responsible for Training and Recruitment.
Michael last significant role prior to joining Shamrock was for Softbank Japan subsidiary, Brightstar, based in Singapore as HR & Shared Services Director APAC from 2015 to 2020 responsible for 9 countries HR and. setting up HR Shared Services function in Malaysia .
Michael’s HR philosophy is simple …………. help people at all levels fulfil their potential, manage the risk for Shamrock Civil ensuring we comply with both legislative requirements and the companies values.
Michael returned to Indonesia in 2013 to work with Leighton Contractors Asia, where he took on the responsibility of Training and Recruitment.
Before joining Shamrock, Michael held a significant position at Brightstar, a subsidiary of Softbank Japan, based in Singapore. From 2015 to 2020, he served as the HR & Shared Services Director for the APAC region, overseeing HR operations across nine countries and establishing the HR Shared Services function in Malaysia.
Michael's HR philosophy is straightforward: to assist individuals at all levels in realizing their potential while managing risks for Shamrock Civil. He ensures compliance with both legislative requirements and the company's values.
Before joining Shamrock, Michael served as the GMHR for ABB Engineering and Construction in Sydney from 1993 to 1997, overseeing projects across Australia and Asia.
Michael in 2013 returned to Indonesia working for Leighton Contractors Asia responsible for Training and Recruitment.
Michael last significant role prior to joining Shamrock was for Softbank Japan subsidiary, Brightstar, based in Singapore as HR & Shared Services Director APAC from 2015 to 2020 responsible for 9 countries HR and. setting up HR Shared Services function in Malaysia .
Michael’s HR philosophy is simple …………. help people at all levels fulfil their potential, manage the risk for Shamrock Civil ensuring we comply with both legislative requirements and the companies values.
Michael returned to Indonesia in 2013 to work with Leighton Contractors Asia, where he took on the responsibility of Training and Recruitment.
Before joining Shamrock, Michael held a significant position at Brightstar, a subsidiary of Softbank Japan, based in Singapore. From 2015 to 2020, he served as the HR & Shared Services Director for the APAC region, overseeing HR operations across nine countries and establishing the HR Shared Services function in Malaysia.
Michael's HR philosophy is straightforward: to assist individuals at all levels in realizing their potential while managing risks for Shamrock Civil. He ensures compliance with both legislative requirements and the company's values.
‘David Carney is an experienced engineering professional who has been working in the field for over 20 years. He joined Shamrock in 2004 and has since developed a wealth of expertise in various sectors including Infrastructure, Rail, Defence, Health, Gas, and Commercial. David is a dedicated engineering professional who brings extensive experience, a strong focus on health and safety, client relationship management and a drive for achieving optimal project outcomes to his role at Shamrock.
Nick Sandwell joined Shamrock Civil in 2006, working his way from an undergraduate engineer, he is now serving as the Operations Manager for QLD Defence. Nick plays a major role in building ongoing relationships and overseeing our major Defence projects. Through his commitment to this role, he has helped Shamrock improve business relationships, retaining clients & contractors, and driving down project costs.
Mick heads up our HSEQT team across Australia and has worked in the construction industry since 1994. Mick has a passion for positive workplace culture and Mental Health and actively participates with several industry groups. Mick has a proud team that align with Shamrock’s Safety for Life philosophy and his passion for positive workplace culture and this remains a strong foundation for Shamrock’s success in maintaining safe, environmentally friendly workplaces.
Shane began his career with Shamrock Civil in 2010, gaining unparalleled experience on various worksites across Australia, while also establishing himself as a respected leader. Originally employed as a diesel fitter, Shane quickly rose through the ranks and eventually spent a number of months overseeing a major civil construction project in PNG. Currently working as the maintenance supervisor for Shamrock Equipment, Shane is widely known for his machinery knowledge, tenacious work ethic, and team leadership.