Energy’s next generation
SURROUNDED by giant turbines gently rotating in the breeze, Michael Bullock feels right at home at Infigen Energy’s project near Bodangora.
Born and bred in Wellington, Mr Bullock relocated to Newcastle to study a Bachelor of Commerce after leaving school.
His career has taken him from one side of the country to the other – and he has now settled back in his home town.
From growing up on a farm in Wellington and studying commerce in Newcastle to the mining region of Pilbara, Michael Bullock’s work pathway has taken plenty of turns. As the newly-appointed operations site manager of Bodangora Wind Farm, his career is soaring to new heights.
SURROUNDED by giant turbines gently rotating in the breeze, Michael Bullock feels right at home at Infigen Energy’s project near Bodangora.
Born and bred in Wellington, Mr Bullock relocated to Newcastle to study a Bachelor of Commerce after leaving school.
“I took on a role as a trainee tax accountant at a practice on the Central Coast whilst completing my degree,” he explained.
“With degree in hand, I continued to work at the firm as an accountant for a further four years.”
But it turns out that Mr Bullock wasn’t quite made for an office environment. He went on to gain qualifications as an electrician and instrumentation technician.
“I embarked on a career change which took me to the other side of the country. There I was able to complete my trade qualifications working primarily in the Pilbara region of Western Australia on some large and small projects in oil and gas, iron ore and gold.”
Returning to Wellington three years ago, Mr Bullock continued doing electrical work and helping on his parents’ farm.
When the wind farm role came up, he jumped at the prospect.
“When the position became available, I believed this to be a good opportunity to combine my previous work experiences in a new sector,” he told Dubbo Photo News.
Mr Bullock is now eagerly looking towards the future and to working at Bodangora Wind Farm for its expected lifespan.
“My goal is to not only ensure the successful operation of the Bodangora Wind Farm but also to establish and maintain thriving relationships between Infigen (the company that operates the farm) and the greater Wellington community.”
He is also excited about bringing renewable energy to the area.
“The renewable energy sector is rapidly growing in Australia. The construction and subsequent operation of this wind farm has allowed locals including myself the opportunity to be part of an exciting unchartered era of power generation in Wellington.”