Meet the team.
The Topo team have been working together for the past 7 years. We have grown and developed our skills together and continue to deliver all of our projects as a team. Combined, we have an exceptional level of practical and technical skills that our clients find invaluable.
Kyle Robson
Managing Director
BEng (Civil) (Hons), EMBA, RPEQ, CPESC,
Director of IECA
Steven Chamberlain
Principal Engineer | Director
BEng (Env.) (Hons), RPEQ, CPESC
Terry Clark
Principal Engineer | Director
BEng (Env.) (Hons), RPEQ, CPESC, TAE40110,
Director of IECA
Tom Bailey
Senior Engineer | Director
BEng (Env.), CPESC
Ronald Kleijn
Civil Engineer
BEng (Civil)(Hons)
Paul Guilfoyle
Undergraduate Civil Engineer
Anthony O’Neill
Senior Engineering Technologist
BETC (Civil), TMIEAust, CEngT, NER, IntET(Aus), CPESC
Kyle Robson
Managing Director
BEng (Civil) (Hons), EMBA, RPEQ, CPESC
Director of IECA
Kyle is recognised as a specialist and thought leader in the field of erosion and sediment control and has been involved in some of the largest projects in Australia, as well as policy and industry guideline preparation. Kyle is a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ), Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) and Director of the Australasian Sector of the International Erosion Control Association (IECA). Kyle also has significant experience in water quality and hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) and civil construction.
Kyle has experience in a wide range of sectors including urban development, infrastructure, mining, and gas and is experienced in the planning and design phase as well as the construction and operational phases. Kyle has performed contractor, consultant, client and regulatory roles and has extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements and policy as well as a broad understanding of the constructability and efficiency of engineered stormwater solutions. Kyle has also been heavily involved in the update to the Best Practice Erosion and Sediment Control document (IECA) to include contemporary sediment basin design.
Kyle is an experienced project manager and technical specialist who brings extensive knowledge to projects. Kyle provides his clients with exceptional time management, knowledge and team work abilities, whilst providing cost-effective and practical solutions.
Steven Chamberlain
Principal Engineer | Director
BEng (Env.) (Hons), RPEQ, CPESC
Steven’s key skills focus on drainage design. He is a principal environmental engineer with 16 years experience in the environmental consultancy industry, and as a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) and Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ), provides clients with high quality designs and reports.
Steven is experienced in developing Erosion and Sediment Control Plans and has worked on several linear infrastructure and high profile projects. His experience extends from the development of plans, to undertaking site audits, providing field advice and acting as an Expert Witness in relation to erosion and sediment control.
Steven has significant experience in water quality and hydrologic/hydraulic modelling, and is experienced in Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) for commercial, industrial and residential developments. Steven has considerable experience and an interest in the design and implementation of stormwater management systems for landfill sites.
Throughout his career, Steven has also undertaken flood studies and hydraulic impact assessments ranging in size from small overland flows to regional catchment assessments. Steven has undertaken the design of detention basins to alleviate flooding, and assessed flood mitigation options.
Terry Clark
Principal Engineer | Director
BEng (Env.) (Hons), RPEQ, CPESC, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40110)
Director of IECA
Terry is recognised as a specialist in the field of soil and water management, specifically erosion and sediment control (ESC). Prior roles have seen Terry appointed to undertake the planning, design, supervision and/or auditing roles for ESC on some of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects.
Terry holds the internationally recognised qualification of Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) as well as being a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) allowing certification of design drawings and prescribed engineering services. He is currently a Director of the Australasian Sector of the International Erosion Control Association (IECA) and has previously obtained the Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS) qualification, further supporting his ESC technical ability.
Over his career, Terry has developed a broad background of experience within the environmental field having previously worked within both private industry and Government. Experience gained within these roles have provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the entire project delivery process from the initial project conception, design and construction phases and subsequent final delivery.
Terry regularly presents a range of ESC training courses in accordance with best practice standards including IECA (2008), IECA Appendix B (2018) and the Blue Book (2004). He has trained over 3,000 people in QLD, NSW, VIC, NT and TAS. He has been invited by Griffith University to sessional lecture Engineering Design and has previously presented ESC training at Sydney TAFE.
Tom Bailey
Senior Engineer | Director
BEng (Env.), CPESC
Tom is a senior engineer and Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) with a history of project experience gained through a range of secondments on large scale construction projects. Tom’s strengths lie in his construction experience supported by technical expertise, allowing him to develop practical and effective solutions to site based soil and water problems.
Tom is a hardy, enthusiastic engineer with a strong work ethic and a commitment to getting the job done. He has completed a number of stormwater treatment projects as the Construction Superintendent for local government and private parties. Tom has provided specialist ESC support to numerous clients on a range of projects, ranging from small-scale residential developments projects to some of the largest infrastructure projects in Queensland, such as the Cooroy To Curra Bruce Highway Upgrade, Toowoomba Second Range Crossing and Curtis Island LNG projects.
Across a variety of roles, Tom has supported both clients and contractors and understands the intricacies of contract management from both perspectives. Through his technical expertise and experience Tom has also been requested to provide Expert Witness support.
Tom is proficient in his adaptability to site work and a wide range of roles, while maintaining a combination of technical and practical skills.
Ronald Kleijn
Civil Engineer
BEng (Civil)(Hons)
Ronald is a Civil Engineer with a background in detailed civil design of sewer, water and stormwater drainage infrastructure. His strengths are client and project management and liaising with clients, assessment managers, contractors, architects and other engineering disciplines to coordinate works. Many of his negotiation and management skills were acquired during his time in the local steel industry, before changing careers and going back to university.
Ronald has been actively involved in projects of all sizes, from townhouse developments and small subdivisions to large commercial buildings and schools. He has successfully managed and guided his clients through these projects, from initial design to construction and final certification and has a great understanding of the steps and processes involved. Having grown particular about service clash prevention he will make sure that whatever is on paper can also be constructed.
Ronald is proficient in many software packages including MUSIC, XPRafts, PCDrain and Autocad and never shy to learn a few more. He has designed a number of stormwater quality and quantity treatment systems and most importantly has also taken these designs through construction, being well-aware of the intricacies and constructability of such systems.
Ronald is very adaptable to whatever work is directed his way, whether it be a design of detention or sediment basins, stormwater quality treatment, site audits or drafting. He has a good eye for detail and is always considering cost and looking to value engineer for his clients.
Paul Guilfoyle
Undergraduate Civil Engineer
Paul is a dedicated undergraduate Civil Engineer, concurrently pursuing his final year of Honors at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Before returning to academia, Paul acquired valuable experience in sales management, account management, and data analysis roles. These varied skills continue to enhance his contributions to the engineering field.
During his time in university, Paul has worked as a structural drafter, student structural engineer, and undergraduate civil engineer. Working in residential construction highlighted the importance of cost-effective, and efficient design solutions - something Paul is passionate about.
Paul has experience with various software programs, including AutoCAD, Revit, ArcGIS, Global Mapper GIS, and proficiency in various 3D modelling programs such as Blender.
Paul brings genuine enthusiasm, innovation, and dedication to our team.
Anthony O’Neill
Senior Engineering Technologist
BETC (Civil), TMIEAust, CEngT, NER, IntET(Aus), CPESC
Anthony is a Chartered Senior Engineering Technologist (Civil) and Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), experienced in project management, contract administration and site supervision delivering civil infrastructure in commercial, industrial, government, defence, education, and residential subdivision sectors.
From humble beginnings in Western Queensland, Anthony’s country upbringing has shaped his values and ethics making him a resilient and dependable team member. With an unwavering desire to help others, his transparent and friendly nature helps forge strong relationships and positive project outcomes.
Anthony is proficient with various design packages, with an ability to interrogate designs for quality assurance, constructability and compliance review purposes. He aims to improve soil management practices using his vast construction and technical experience to develop practical, safe and appropriate site-based solutions.
In his spare time, Anthony enjoys spending time with his family, riding, hiking, running and supporting his local community garden.
