Speakers

Kat Hagger is the Section Leader for Rail Solutions for Australia and New Zealand at Jacobs, they lead a team of rail specialists, bringing a strong industry focus to advancing rail as a transformative mode of transport across ANZ. With a foundation in Engineering Geology and a career spanning Project and Design Management, Kat brings deep technical insight and delivery experience across complex rail and transport programs including Transport for London/ London Underground, Transport for NSW’s strategic portfolio and the Level Crossing Removal Project in Victoria.

Kat is particularly focused on supporting rail interoperability and driving innovation that positions rail as the most effective and sustainable way to move people and goods across ANZ. Kat is motivated by the power of rail to shape places and improve community outcomes.

Kat is known for building high-performing teams, fostering capability, and driving positive outcomes. Kat is a vocal champion for diversity in the rail industry, advocating for an inclusive future where rail is recognised as an industry for everyone.