Rhys leads Arup’s Water Business in Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania. A chartered chemical engineer, Rhys has a unique mix of project experience covering water and wastewater treatment and reuse and recycling in Melbourne, Australia and South East Asia.
Rhys has a genuine passion for water and the environment and a curiosity which has lead to a broad knowledge of the field comprising Water Sensitive Urban Design, climate change, renewable energy and ecological design.
Rhys also sits on the industry advisory committee for La Trobe University’s Engineering School, and is Secretary of the not-for-profit association Yarra Swim Co which is seeking to develop the Yarra Pool.
Rhys is an award winning leader and engineer, having received a number of accolades for his work in the water industry including Victorian Young Water Professional of the Year from the Australian Water Association, and Future Leader Gold Award from Consult Australia.