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Full Send Engineering

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by Matthew Macelli

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Welcome to Full Send Engineering, where we ditch the corporate polish and talk about what really happens on site, in design meetings, and on the frontlines of big projects. Hosted by Matt Macelli, this show dives into the stories, lessons, and laughs from the people who keep the industry moving, from engineers and project managers to designers and site crews. If you’ve ever tried to bridge the gap between theory and the real world, this podcast is for you. Grab a coffee (or a hard hat) and join us for unfiltered conversations about the work, the people, and the mindset behind building things

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May 14, 2026

From the World's Deepest Mines to Nuclear Reactors: Pamela Naidoo-Ameglio on Curiosity, Courage and True Versatility

In Episode 8, Matt sits down with Pamela Naidoo-Ameglio, a geologist whose career spans the deepest gold mines of South Africa, diamond mining operations, platinum mine negotiations, copper block caves, BHP technology, and ultimately running Australia's only nuclear reactor at ANSTO.Pamela is the first scientist and first non-engineer to appear on Full Send Engineering. Her story is one of relentless curiosity, calculated courage, and proving that the right leader can walk into any room, even one they have never been in before.From navigating a salary negotiation where miners had held management hostage underground the previous year, to founding Women in Mining South Africa, to peering over the edge of the OPAL reactor and seeing the Cherenkov glow, Pamela shares what it really takes to back yourself, especially when that voice in your head tells you not to.Timestamps[00:00:00] Welcome to Episode 8[00:03:00] Have You Ever Doubted Yourself?[00:05:00] Growing Up and Falling for Rocks[00:07:00] Finding a Path Without a Map[00:09:00] First Steps Underground: The Deep Gold Mines[00:11:00] A Fatality, a Fault, and a Turning Point[00:13:00] How a Geologist Reads Rock and Keeps People Safe[00:16:00] What It Is Actually Like Underground[00:19:00] The Sound Underground[00:21:00] Diamond Mining: What It Is Really Like[00:25:00] Diamond Security and Homing Pigeons[00:26:00] Block Caving Explained[00:28:00] North Parks and the Copper Porphyry Dream[00:29:00] The Salary Negotiation Where Miners Had Held Management Hostage[00:31:00] Why She Was the Right Person in the Room[00:34:00] Women Underground in South Africa[00:36:00] Moving to Australia: A Surprising Culture Shock[00:38:00] What Leadership Actually Means[00:41:00] When to Walk and When to Keep Going[00:43:00] Backing Yourself Means Knowing When to Stop[00:44:00] The Pivot to Technology at BHP[00:45:00] BHP: Iron Ore, Automation, and Non-Process Infrastructure[00:46:00] Two Redundancies and What She Did With Them[00:50:00] Consulting, Training, and a New Idea[00:51:00] Founding Women in Mining South Africa[00:53:00] The Nuclear Question: Why Would You Say Yes?[00:55:00] Building Credibility When You Are Still Learning[00:59:00] What the OPAL Reactor Actually Looks Like[01:01:00] Open Days and What the Reactor Does[01:06:00] Boards, Governance, and Getting Involved[01:09:00] Exige: Drone Geophysics[01:11:00] Follow the Interest, Not the Money[01:12:00] Advice for Anyone Doubting Themselves[01:13:00] Closing and Full Send GiftAdditional ResourcesWebsite: fullsendengineering.comEmail Matt: matt@fullsendengineering.comConnect with Pamela on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-naidoo-ameglio/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a>Learn more about ANSTO and the OPAL Reactor: ansto.gov.auLearn more about Women in Mining South Africa: wimsa.co.zaHave you ever said yes to a role you did not feel ready for? What happened and what did you learn?Drop a comment below, and if you enjoyed this episode, like, subscribe, and share to support the Full Send Engineering community.

March 24, 2026

From Coast to Construction: Matthew Burke on Why Wood is Winning the Construction Game in Australia

In Episode 7, Matt sits down with Matthew Burke, a leading timber designer and founder of his own specialist consultancy. Matt’s journey didn’t start in a corporate office: it started as a surfer in Newcastle with a passion for carpentry.This conversation tracks Matt’s evolution from a Newcastle surf rat to the engineer behind some of Australia's most iconic structures. We move past the sustainability buzzwords to look at how timber actually solves complex site constraints. From the massive wave roof of the Sydney Fish Markets to vertical extensions in Queensland, Matt explains why he is often the first person to say when timber is not the right option and how he bridges the gap between tradie intuition and high-level engineering. Timestamps[00:00:00] From the Surf to the Site: Introducing Matthew Burke and his early days in Newcastle.[00:04:00] The University Pivot: Why seeing 65 year old tradies still lugging hammers pushed Matt toward a double degree.[00:08:00] The Tradie Edge: Why putting trade experience on a resume is more powerful than a high GPA.[00:11:00] Newcastle vs Sydney: The culture shock of moving from a family style office to the hustle of Martin Place.[00:15:00] The Pivot to Mass Timber: Leaving traditional structures for the technical unknown.[00:18:00] CLT vs Concrete: The engineering breakthrough that allowed timber to act like a concrete slab.[00:21:00] The Commercial Reality: Why developers are finally paying attention to wood for more than just green points.[00:25:00] Iconic Projects: Lessons learned from the Barangaroo International House build.[00:29:00] The Sydney Fish Markets Roof: Solving a geometric nightmare with massive timber joints.[00:34:00] Building Up: How timber’s light weight makes vertical extensions possible on old buildings.[00:38:00] The Consultant’s Edge: Why telling a client no builds more trust than saying yes.[00:42:00] Logistics and Fabrication: Getting massive timber panels from Europe to Australia on time.[00:48:00] Short Term Durability: Managing timber on site when it starts to rain.[00:52:00] Building Your Own Luck: Why success in engineering comes down to preparation and the extra 10 percent effort.[00:58:00] The Bamboo Frontier: Exploring the potential of grass based materials and their incredible regeneration speed.[01:06:00] Closing Thoughts: Matt wraps up the episode with a Full Send engineering t-shirt for guest Matt Burke. Additional Resources<ul><li>Website: fullsendengineering.com</li><li>Email Matt: matt@fullsendengineering.com</li><li>Connect with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-burke-0988b3123/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Matthew Burke</a></li></ul>Are you seeing more timber on your sites, or is it still too hard for most developers? Join the conversation in the comments!If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share to help us keep sending it.

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February 25, 2026

Design It. Build It. Forget It? Harout Tcherkezian on the Stormwater Problem and Why Engineering Responsibility Doesn’t End at Approval

In Episode 6, Matt sits down with Harout, civil engineer and Director at Ocean Protect, to unpack a hard industry truth: approval is not the finish line.From Olympic construction projects to leading a 100-person environmental engineering business, Harout has seen stormwater systems at every stage - concept, design, construction, and years later when they’re opened and inspected.This episode dives into:<ul><li>Why most stormwater systems are never properly maintained</li><li>The gap between modelling and reality</li><li>Construction-phase failures that damage environmental assets</li><li>PFAS, microplastics and emerging contaminants</li><li>Why engineering responsibility extends decades beyond approval</li></ul>If you work in council, consulting, or construction, this conversation challenges how you think about ownership and accountability. Timestamps[00:00:00] Introduction to Harout[00:02:00] Early Signs of an Engineer[00:04:00] Migrant Expectations and Career Pressure[00:05:30] Bachelor of Technology Pathway[00:07:00] From Theory to Site[00:09:30] Lifestyle Reality of Construction[00:12:00] Entering Technical Sales[00:14:00] “Sales” as an Engineering Skill[00:16:00] Transition into Stormwater[00:18:00] What Actually Happens When It Rains[00:21:00] Biofiltration and Rain Gardens Explained[00:24:00] MUSIC Modelling and Compliance Culture[00:28:00] Construction Phase Failures[00:31:00] The Maintenance Gap[00:34:00] Lifecycle Accountability[00:37:00] Scaling Ocean Protect[00:41:00] Emerging Contaminants[00:45:00] Stormwater vs Sewage Misconceptions[00:48:00] Environmental Impact in Real Terms[00:52:00] Responsibility of Councils, Consultants and Contractors[00:56:00] Creating Roles for Passionate Engineers[01:00:00] R&D and Innovation in Practice[01:05:00] Wildlife and Ecosystem Impact[01:09:00] Advice for Engineers[01:14:00] Final ReflectionsAre we designing for approval… or for performance in 20 years?If you work in council, consulting or construction, this episode is worth your time. Listen to Episode 6. Share it with your team. Start the internal conversation about lifecycle accountability. Join the Full Send Engineering community. Like. Comment. Subscribe. Because what leaves your site does not disappear. It ends up somewhere. Additional ResourcesWebsite: <a href="https://fullsendengineering.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">fullsendengineering.com</a>Email Matt: matt@fullsendengineering.comOcean Protect: <a href="https://oceanprotect.com.au/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">oceanprotect.com.au</a>

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What is Full Send Engineering?: Welcome to Full Send Engineering, where we ditch the corporate polish and talk about what really happens on site, in design meetings, and on the frontlines of big projects.

Hosted by Matt Macelli, this show dives into the stories, lessons, and laughs from the people who keep the industry moving, from engineers and project managers to designers and site crews.

If you’ve ever tried to bridge the gap between theory and the real world, this podcast is for you. Grab a coffee (or a hard hat) and join us for unfiltered conversations about the work, the people, and the mindset behind building things
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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