Our talented team consists of 9 in-house staff members and a number of contract Engineers and draftsmen. The Directors, Greg Westlake and Simon Punnett, are both fully certified Chartered Professional Engineers under the Institution of the Engineers Australia.

Our staff bring together a cohesive brand of experience, practicality and technical knowledge to ensure that your design, no matter how big or small, meets all the required standards and regulations.

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Greg Westlake

Director
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Simon Punnett

Director
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Patrick Little

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Liz Westlake

Office Manager
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Rachel Whykes

Administrator
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David Ellis

Design Engineer
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Peter Ramsbottom

Draftsperson
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Jesse Taylor

Graduate Engineer
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Jonathan Hynes

Graduate Engineer

Over 75 Years of Engineering Experience

Westlake Punnett brings formidable local experience and technical expertise to your commercial, domestic, industrial and public works engineering projects.

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Meet Greg Westlake

Greg has been working in the design and construction industry for 36 years and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every project.

As a Director of the company Greg is mainly involved in Structural Design projects, client liaison and quality assurance.

Greg’s technical skills and experience in all forms of structural design are a valuable asset for any client.

Qualifications
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours Class 2 Division 1) 1980 University of NSW
- Member of The Institute of Engineers Australia
- Member of the Structural College
- Board of Professional Engineers Queensland

Interests
Greg is always keen to get out on the waters of Jervis Bay whether it be paddle boarding, fishing or snorkelling. Greg enjoys the healthy outdoor lifestyle of the South Coast.

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Meet Simon Punnett

Simon Punnett is a Director of Westlake Punnett. He has worked in engineering for over 29 years and has a thorough understanding of Civil and Structural Engineering design and construction. Simon has worked on many projects ranging from residential dwellings to high rise buildings.

Qualifications
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours Class II Division 1) 1988 University of NSW
- Member of The Institute of Engineers Australia (Civil College)

Interests
Simon enjoys spending time at the beach, surfing and swimming with his family. Simon also loves music and enjoys playing the piano, guitar and drums in his spare time.

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Meet Patrick Little

Patrick Little (MIEAust BEng (Civ/Min)) is a Director of Westlake Punnett. Patrick joined the team at Westlake Punnett and Associates in 2013 during his studies at the University of Wollongong as an intern student. He has worked on a wide variety of Structural and Civil Engineering projects across the residential, commercial and industrial sectors.

Patrick opened our newest branch in Wollongong in late 2017 with the aim of providing better service to existing and prospective clientele in the Illawarra and Highlands.

Patrick manages our Wollongong office which provides services from Kiama to Helensburgh and out to the Highlands.

Qualifications
- Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Mining Engineering) (Hons) - University of Wollongong, 2014
- Graduate Member Institute of Engineers Australia
- Honours thesis on 'Bonding of CFRP plate to steel using ductile adhesives'

Interests
Pat loves fitness, travel and all avenues of personal development. You can usually find Pat outdoors on the bushwalking tracks North of Wollongong or in the gym early in the mornings.

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Meet Liz Westlake

Liz is our Office Manager and Accounts Manager. Liz uses her experience in legal and finance firms to ensure the smooth running of the company.

Liz enjoys running on the shores of Jervis Bay as well as bushwalking, snorkelling and paddle boarding.

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Meet Rachel Whykes

Rachel works in administration and accounts in the Nowra Office. Rachel's secretarial background in corporate banking and knowledge of computer software is a great asset to the company.

Living in Cudmirrah near Sussex Inlet, Rachel spends much of her time mountain bike riding, jogging and paddleboarding.

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Meet David Ellis

David Ellis has a background in the building and construction industry, commencing as an apprentice carpenter in 1981. He is currently a Design Engineer with Westlake Punnett. Dave has worked in engineering for over 10 years and has experience in structural design for the residential sector.

He also has a good understanding of hydraulic design for water systems in the design of fire hydrant and hose reel systems, water and sewerage reticulation systems for subdivisions, stormwater design using WSUD methodologies. He regularly liaises with local council engineers, Water Supply Agencies and clients, completing designs for residential, industrial, commercial and public infrastructure projects.

Dave graduated his university studies in late 2018 with a 90+ average mark and first class honours amongst many other accolades.

Dave has a keen interest in all things aviation and is a member of the Albatross Aeroclub of 17 years.

Qualifications
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering (First Class Hons) - Deakin University, Australia
- Student Member Engineers Australia StudIEAust, 2012 (Civil College)
- Certificate IV Civil Construction Design - Wollongong TAFE, 2009
- Certificate Advanced Building Supervision – Distinction Nowra TAFE, 1991
- Current Licensed Builder since 1992

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Meet Peter Ramsbottom

Peter is the main draftperson in the Nowra office and uses his extensive background in steel fabrication and workshop drafting to ensure the high quality of Westlake Punnett drawings.

On the weekend you can find Peter fishing on Lake Illawarra or enjoying cycling in the Illawarra region.

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Meet Jesse Taylor

Jesse has recently completed his Bachelor of Engineering at the University of Wollongong (Hons) (Civil and Environmental) and is a graduate member of Engineers Australia. Jesse has experience in both Structural and Civil Engineering design in the residential and commercial sectors.

Interests
Jesse loves getting out in the surf over the weekends around the Shoalhaven and South Coast.

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Meet Jonathan Hynes

Jon has recently completed his Bachelor of Engineering at the University of Wollongong (Hons) (Civil and Environmental) and is a graduate member of Engineers Australia. Jon is rapidly gaining experience in all aspects of Structural design and has developed thorough understanding of forensic analysis and investigation in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven.

Interests
Over the weekends Jon plays soccer and likes to try to get in the water for a surf at North Beach, Wollongong.

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