Leading, Learning and Leveraging Leadership Skills

In this episode of Conversations with CSG, Christina Theoklitou-Panagiotou – Head of Mining & Natural Resources is joined by Michelle van Rooyen, PhD, PMP – Director of Technical Solutions at Sedgman.

Sedgman is a leading international provider of minerals processing and associated infrastructure solutions for the global resources industry. A member of the CIMIC Group, the company specializes in end-to-end solutions that span from resource to market.

In this episode, Michelle van Rooyen shares her extensive experience in technology, innovation, and leadership within the mining industry, highlighting how technology has evolved from support to strategic driver, and the importance of continuous learning and adaptive leadership.

During the podcast episode, some of the focus areas we delve into include:

• Michelle's academic journey and curiosity-driven approach
• Significant industry changes: technology shaping business
• Realization: Technical expertise alone isn't enough
• Leadership evolution: from technical focus to environment creation
• What keeps Michelle excited about the industry
• International move from South Africa to Canada
• Balancing career, family, and personal growth
• Skills future tech leaders will need
• Adapting to a new generation of tech professionals
• Most valuable career advice: Never stop learning

If you’re keen to discuss podcast insights in more detail, please get in touch with Christina Theoklitou-Panagiotou. Alternatively, if you’d like to join us as a guest on Conversations with CSG, to share market insights or tell your career journey story - please get in touch with our marketing team – csgmarketing@csgtalent.com