• Your name:         Lucy Clisdell. 

• Age group:     36-45.

• Your role title/trade within the Building Industry:

Operations Support.

• What is involved in training for your role?

I am a secretary so no trade training required, but putting up the temporary fence at the Buildmore site was a great opportunity for me to see what our workers do day in, day out.

•  How/why did you get into your chosen trade?

I was recruited after meeting my employers through our children. We are great friends as well (quite the bonus!). You never know when or where you will be having a job interview!

• Lessons learned:

Life is a huge lesson – keep positive and don’t give up. You will receive in some form or another what you are waiting for.

• Why do you think it is important to help establish a name and better recognised opportunities for females in building?

Women are very versatile and can try their hand to anything. Not all women want to be a mum, an office worker or any other stereotypical role.

We take pride and care in our work – we might be a little slower at times but the job will be worth the wait.

• What are your goals for the future?

I am having my third child, so to be a mum for the next couple of months, then maybe get back to my job here at Australian Temporary Fencing.

• How do you effectively deal with your workplace culture?

Take it on the chin, give back what you receive – you will be respected! Have a good laugh at yourself (and others if you get the opportunity!) No one likes a grouch!

• Lucy's inspirational message:

Be positive, keep trying and never give up on a dream.