Kate Tonkin
Laboratory Operations Manager
Materials Testing Specialist | Finishes Evaluation & Slip Resistance
Professional profile
Kate Tonkin is a skilled materials testing specialist with a special interest in surfaces finishes evaluation and large projects; experience across a range of prominent architectural projects; industry expert on selection of penetrating sealers for the protection of hard surfaces; internationally recognised NATA signatory for Slip Resistance and Accelerated Wear testing. Over the past fifteen years, she has gained valuable experience across a range of prominent commercial architecture projects, mentored junior staff members, and helped to develop an industry-recognised standard test method for determining the stain resistance of hard surfaces.
Certifications & affiliations
Certificate II in Construction (White Card)
White card credentialed for any active construction site forensic investigations, inspections or visits as required.
NATA Signatory – Slip Resistance & Accelerated Wear testing
Latest project involvement
One Circular Quay, Tower A & Tower B (Sydney, 2024 – present)
One Sydney Harbour, R1 and R2 (Sydney, 2020 – 2021)
1 Darling Point (Sydney, 2025 – present)
Atlassian (Sydney, 2025 – 2026)
Orthanova (Perth, 2025 – present
Adelaide Festival Towers (Adelaide, 2024 – present)
Geelong Convention and Entertainment Centre (Melbourne, 2024 – 2025)
Chifley South Tower (2025 – present)
Melbourne Square Apartments (2025 – present)