Patrick McKelvey

Background

About Patrick McKelvey

Patrick has over three decades of hydrogeology and water resources management experience, having delivered complex and multidisciplinary water projects across a range of countries and industry sectors. He has an extensive track record in mine water management, including dewatering and depressurisation, water supply, tailings management, environmental assessment, permitting, and mine closure planning. In the oil and gas sector, Patrick’s experience covers major project permitting, water sourcing, fracture-stimulation water management, stakeholder and regulatory engagement, and the design and operation of regional-scale groundwater monitoring networks.A key strength is his understanding of the full resource project lifecycle—from early concept and development, through construction and operations, to closure and post-closure stewardship.Patrick’s broader experience includes groundwater management, water supply development, and environmental water projects in industrial, governmental, and international development contexts. He has a strong background in working with regulators and government agencies, successfully securing project approvals, supporting water resources planning, and providing high-level strategic advisory services.After more than a decade as Hydrogeology Manager within a major resources company, Patrick brings deep insight into corporate water-risk management and the practical challenges of water stewardship in operational environments.