Our Mission
- Create a more equitable and inclusive environment in the construction industry.
- Reduce psychosocial hazards such as sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination while promoting psychological & emotional well-being.
- Transform the construction industry to be one where everyone can thrive, succeed and shine.
Issues We Are Tackling
Sexual Harassment
Bullying
Discrimination
Intimidation
Inequity
Meet Our Visionary Leader
- Meet Angela: CEO and Founder of EPIC with 30 Years in Construction Angela is an industry leader and experienced professional in the construction industry, bringing diverse expertise to her role as CEO and Founder of EPIC.
- Angela’s Unique Journey Angela’s career journey started at a young age, working on her father’s turf farm and commercial landscaping business and later managing a chain of locksmith stores in Brisbane. She was one of only two females in Queensland trained in complex locksmithing systems.
- A Wealth of Expertise Across Construction Sectors Angela’s extensive expertise includes working in corporate, site based and many years as a FIFO worker. Angela has worked in a wide range of construction sectors, including oil and gas, undersea electricity interconnectors, civil, engineering, renewables, power generation, water management, commercial construction, government initiatives, and major international projects across the Middle East, Asia and Pacific.
- Advocating for Women in Construction through EPIC Angela’s first hand experiences as a FIFO worker in remote locations exposed her to the challenges faced by women in the industry, including harassment, discrimination, bulling, inequity and intimidation. Her commitment to addressing these psychosocial hazards led to the founding of EPIC, a specialised organisation dedicated to supporting, educating and empowering the construction industry.
At EPIC, our core values drive our actions:
Advocate
We’re dedicated to championing diversity, with a strong focus on supporting females in the industry. We achieve this through strategic partnerships with industry associations, government, and stakeholders.
Educate
We are dedicated to educating by offering comprehensive training and development workshops, where we eagerly share our extensive knowledge. Our commitment to learning and growth is at the core of what we do.
Empower
We are deeply committed to empowerment, offering invaluable coaching, mentoring, and specialised peer support programs. Our goal is to ensure that each individual is fully equipped for success, with tailored resources and guidance.