Mr Sebastien Hebert

I am the Senior Business Development Manager for the Defence and Space sectors at the University of South Australia.

With more than 15 years of public-private engagement in two universities and an education background in Science and Engineering, I am accountable for the identification and the development of strategic collaborative research and education engagement for the Defence and Space industry and government departments. I work across many disciplines and Defence/Space related themes requiring expertise in Engineering, Information sciences, Physics, Telecommunication, Health, Materials sciences, Environmental sciences, Aviation and Human sciences.

While I focus on the Defence and Space sectors, I have extensive experience in other sectors including Manufacturing, Energy, Mining and the Environment.

My core strength is in my ability to develop trust and frameworks of engagement with a wide range of organisations, alongside translating opportunities into real projects. I have always a positive attitude, I like to work with other people and has a strong work ethic. 

Prior to joining the university sector, I worked in Africa (Burundi, South Africa and Cameroon) as a consultant for agro-commercial projects.

Finally, I was Board member and President of an Australian Alliance Francaise for 4 years which included 200 members, 190 students and 8 staff.

Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration USQ