Agenda
1pm – GBCA Introduction
Speaker: Jim Ng, Technical Services & Initiatives Lead, Green Building Council of Australia
1.05pm – Why commissioning matters
This session will examine how commissioning supports building performance, helping project teams ensure systems are tested, verified and operating effectively from day one. Practical examples and lessons learned will illustrate the value of commissioning across the building lifecycle.
Speaker: Jeremy Mansfield, Founder/Director, Mansfield Advisory
1.30pm – Building Performance Starts with Commissioning
This case study explores how commissioning supported the delivery of a high-performing Green Star project. Attendees will gain practical insights into planning, testing, verification and tuning, and how a structured commissioning approach can help ensure building systems operate as intended and deliver long-term performance outcomes.
Speaker: James Rodger, Commissioning Manager / ICA, Base Services Group
1.55pm – BREAK
2.05pm What do assessors look for?
Hear an assessor’s perspective on Green Star submissions, highlighting common strengths, recurring challenges and the evidence needed to demonstrate compliance. Attendees will gain practical tips to help streamline the certification process and avoid common pitfalls
Speaker: Conor Rawlins, Senior Engineer, Full Circle Design Services
2.30pm Q&A: In Conversation with our commissioning experts
Bring your questions to our speakers.
2.55pm wrap up and close