Erik Maranik

Erik Maranik is the Director of Corporate Services at the Australian Museum and a seasoned expert in natural resource management, environmental engineering, and social infrastructure. With nearly three decades of experience, Erik is a leading advocate for infrastructure robustness and community resilience, making significant contributions to the utilities, housing, health, and education sectors.

Erik's agricultural background led him to pursue an Honours degree in Natural Resource Management, focusing on water resource management, botany, and zoology. He later earned a degree in Civil Engineering, receiving the final year prize in structural engineering design. His career is driven by a passion for sustainable social infrastructure and community services.

As a Chartered Professional Engineer and Fellow, Erik served as the National Chair of Engineers Australia’s Environmental Engineering College, shaping the future of environmental engineering in Australia. 

Before joining the Australian Museum, he consulted for organisations such as the Climate Change Authority, NSW Reconstruction Authority, and Hunter Lakes Corporation. He was an original member of Sydney Water’s Climate Change Adaptation Expert Panel and supported the NSW Healthy Rivers Commission early in his career. Erik has authored several key documents in biosecurity and critical infrastructure risk management.