Our Sustainable Tomorrow:
Humans Lead & Machines Empower

Shaping the future of work by integrating human and machine capabilities to drive innovation, safety, and productivity in the mining, resources, and energy sectors.

Our Sustainable Future: Humans Lead & Machines Empower​

Shaping the future of work by integrating human and machine capabilities to drive innovation, safety, and productivity in the mining, resources, and energy sectors.

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About Dr Peta

I am dedicated to shaping the future of work in the Intelligence Era by driving innovation and technological empowerment to create thriving, safe, and sustainable workplaces that enhance quality of life for all.

My expertise spans diverse industries, including mining, energy, and construction, with a core focus on advancing control centres. I specialise in human-machine integration, autonomous systems, and digital solutions that improve safety, boost productivity, and promote employee well-being.

Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with autonomous mining systems, led teams through technological transitions, and supported major mining projects with strategic leadership. I have also developed and implemented technology operational readiness strategies to foster seamless adaptation to innovation; as well as designed and delivered tailored curricula to equip workers with the skills needed to thrive in technology-driven workplaces.

Passionate about shaping the future of work by integrating human-centered principles into advanced technologies, I hold a PhD in Mining Automation and Remote Operations with a specialisation in Human Factors. My work addresses the challenges of digital transformation, ensuring seamless integration of technology into the workplace.

Services

I offer a range of executive-level services to empower mining, resources, and energy organisations in building thriving, innovative, and future-focused workplaces that enhance productivity, improve safety, and mitigate risks.

.01 Otonama
Vice President -
Global Industrial Markets
Creating a paradigm shift in industry through autonomation (orchestrated automation) utilising the Paranet in collaboration with people. Technology working side by side with people for social and environmental impact.
.02 Chameleon Mettle
Chief Executive Officer
Offering consulting services to resource firms to strategically transition into the future, embracing automation and advanced technologies to enhance safety and productivity. Creating and supporting the roadmap for effective technology readiness, ensuring operations are smarter, safer, and more efficient.
.03 Chameleon Mettle
Coaching: Health & Wellbeing
Coaching mining firms and employees in navigating the future of work by focusing on psychosocial wellbeing during technology transitions. By integrating human systems considerations, I help organisations prioritise employee wellbeing, fostering resilience and adaptability. Together, we create a people-centred approach that drives lasting success and enhanced productivity, ensuring a workforce that thrives alongside innovation.
.04 PETEC
Chief Executive Officer
Working with the industrial metaverse, based in a duplicated metaverse (digital twin of the organisation) utilising theories of motivation and gamification elements to provide an interactive platform that allows employees to take control of their career development pathways, improve safety, mental health and wellbeing and create learning opportunities.

My mission is to support employees, organisations and industries through seamless digital transformation, harmonising technological advancements with human values to foster eudaimonia - a lasting sense of balanced well-being.

Dr Peta Chirgwin

Speaking

I believe we can shape a future of work in this Intelligence Era that fosters sustainable growth for both organisations and individuals alike as we develop both human and machine capacities. It’s a privilege to share my knowledge through keynotes, panels, webinars, podcasts, and more, and help create organisations to prioritise well-being for all.

Speaking

I believe we can shape a future of work in this Intelligence Era that fosters sustainable growth for both organisations and individuals alike as we develop both human and machine capacities. It’s a privilege to share my knowledge through keynotes, panels, webinars, podcasts, and more, and help create organisations to prioritise well-being for all.

Speaking Engagements

Digitisation in Mining Australia

Humans and Technology – Considering Their Role in Technology and Innovation

26th World Mining Congress

The Future of Work and a Eudemonic Life

Journal

As an academic and industry leader, I’ve written extensively on topics such as automation, remote operations, and the intersection of technology and human factors.

Skills Development and Training of Future Workers in Mining Automation Control Rooms

The full benefits of autonomous mining technologies will be realised only when equal attention is given to both humans and machines

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In Control with Higher Education Through Work-Based Learning

An examination of the possibility of higher education curriculum at work within the role of an autonomous mine controller.

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Embedding data science innovations in organizations: a new workflow approach (co-authored)

A study showcasing how data science could be adopted not only as technical solutions for a single project, but also to improve organisation data strategy, and in turn overall business operations.

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Organisations I’ve worked with

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For a Sustainable Tomorrow:
Humans Lead,
Machines Amplify

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