Vince Cairns
About Vince Cairns
Vince Cairns is the Manager of Project Delivery at LAB3 in Melbourne, Australia, a position he has held since 2021. He has an extensive background in project management and engineering, with previous roles at VTC and Associates, Tenix Defence Systems, and Optus, and holds degrees from The University of Queensland and Deakin University.
Work at LAB3
Vince Cairns has been serving as the Manager Project Delivery at LAB3 since 2021. In this role, he oversees project delivery processes and ensures that projects are executed efficiently. His tenure at LAB3, which is located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, has spanned three years, during which he has contributed to the company's project management initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Vince Cairns holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree from The University of Queensland, where he studied from 1986 to 1989. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Deakin University, completing his studies from 1994 to 1998. Additionally, he attended the Royal Military College, Duntroon for one year from 1990 to 1991, which provided him with foundational military training and leadership skills.
Professional Background
Before joining LAB3, Vince Cairns accumulated extensive experience in project management and leadership roles. He worked as the Director at VTC and Associates for 17 years, from 2004 to 2021. His earlier experience includes serving as a Program/Senior Project Manager at Tenix Defence Systems from 1997 to 1999 and as a Client Portfolio Manager at Optus from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he served as an Engineer Officer in the Australian Army from 1990 to 1997.
Career Progression
Vince Cairns has demonstrated a progressive career in project management and engineering. His role as an Engineer Officer in the Australian Army laid the groundwork for his subsequent positions in the private sector. After his military service, he transitioned to project management roles, including significant positions at Tenix Defence Systems and Optus, before taking on a leadership role at VTC and Associates.