Behind every safe and reliable journey on Canberra’s light rail network is a team working to keep everything running smoothly, and at the centre of that is engineering.
As Head of Engineering at CMET, Manav leads the team responsible for maintaining the infrastructure and systems that support daily operations. From overseeing maintenance programs to driving continuous improvement initiatives, his work ensures the network performs safely, efficiently and reliably.
While much of this work happens behind the scenes, its impact is experienced by every passenger, every day.
Manav’s role involves balancing long-term planning with real-time operational needs, working closely with teams across the business and stakeholders to ensure the network continues to meet the needs of the growing Canberra community.
For Manav, it is the combination of technical challenge and team collaboration that makes the role so rewarding.
“What I enjoy most about my role is working with a skilled team to solve complex challenges and continuously improve how we operate. Knowing that our work directly supports a safe and reliable service for the community is incredibly rewarding.”
Under his leadership, the engineering team continues to focus on innovation, performance and safety, helping to ensure the light rail remains a dependable part of Canberra’s public transport network.
Manav’s work is a reminder that behind every journey is a team dedicated to keeping the network moving.