Lessons Learnt the Hard Way: CIBSE ANZ Seminar 2026
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Lessons Learnt the Hard Way: CIBSE ANZ Seminar 2026
IHEA members are invited to attend the CIBSE ANZ Seminar 2026 – Lessons Learnt the Hard Way at the CIBSE member rate using an exclusive IHEA registration code.
Real Projects. Honest Lessons. Better Outcomes.
Lessons Learnt the Hard Way brings together engineers, healthcare infrastructure professionals, facilities managers, project managers, contractors, consultants and industry specialists to share practical experiences from complex projects.
Rather than focusing solely on theory, presenters will examine what worked, what did not, the challenges encountered and the lessons gained through project delivery, commissioning and ongoing operation.
The seminar is designed to encourage open discussion about the decisions, risks and practical realities that influence building performance across the built environment.
Why IHEA Members Should Attend
Healthcare facilities are among the most complex and critical buildings designed, delivered and operated.
They rely on resilient infrastructure, dependable building services, effective commissioning, strong stakeholder collaboration and careful preparation for operational use.
The seminar will explore practical lessons relevant to:
Healthcare infrastructure delivery
Commissioning and operational readiness
Building performance in operation
Reliability and resilience of critical systems
Stakeholder coordination and collaboration
Major hospital projects
Common design, delivery and operational challenges
The program will provide valuable insights for healthcare engineers, facility and asset managers, project directors, consultants, contractors and professionals involved in planning, constructing, commissioning or operating health facilities.
Technical Sessions
Complex Systems
This stream will explore lessons from cultural buildings, landmark offices and other architecturally significant and technically complex projects.
Critical Systems
With a focus on healthcare and other mission-critical environments, these sessions will examine reliability, commissioning, resilience and operational performance.
Independent Perspectives
Commissioning specialists and independent design reviewers will share their perspectives on common industry pitfalls, recurring problems and opportunities to improve project outcomes.
More Than Presentations
Each participating location will include a varied and interactive program featuring:
Short technical presentations
Local panel discussions
Interactive audience questions and answers
Soft Landings workshop activities
Networking drinks
Opportunities to connect with industry peers
Up to seven hours of continuing professional development
The multi-location format will allow attendees to engage with both local professionals and the wider engineering community across Australia and New Zealand.
Hear from Industry Experts
Confirmed speakers include:
Steve Hennessy, WT Partnership Soft Landings – The Application of Common Sense
Mark Crawford, MxC Lessons from Commissioning
Chris Bird, RCP Central Plant – Auckland Hospital
Rohit Sharma, Downer Professional Services Compliant, Yet Underperforming
Lucy Cole, VIDA Health New Footscray Hospital – Lessons from Delivery
Attendees can view the full program, confirmed speakers and local panellists through the event registration page.
Exclusive Offer for IHEA Members
As a Kindred Organisation supporter, IHEA members can register at the CIBSE member rate and save $40 on the standard registration fee. Use the following discount code when registering: LLHW_IHEA
Register Today
Join professionals from across Australia and New Zealand for a day of practical learning, honest discussion and valuable industry connection.
Select your preferred location and register through the CIBSE website:
Remember to enter LLHW_IHEA at checkout to access the discounted IHEA member rate.
Lessons learnt. Experiences shared. Better outcomes delivered.
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