Peter brings a deep understanding of international humanitarian action to the role of Chief Engineer at EWB. Across the Middle East, Asia, and the Pacific, his experience includes climate and environment policy, public health, emergency operations, and the protection of infrastructure in armed conflict with the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, NGOs, and social enterprise. For his work preparing for and responding to global crises, Peter was Awarded the International Service Medal for ‘exemplary service’ by Australian Red Cross.
Constantly curious, and intrigued by balancing diverse perspectives and knowledge, complexity, and creative problem solving, Peter holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil), a Master of Peace and Conflict Studies, and a PhD in Sociology exploring the social impacts of community conflict and resilience in the face of water scarcity.