Meet Our Leadership Team
Driving excellence in Australian property development through expertise, innovation, and vision
Hakan Vatandas
Director / Project Manager
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Engineering - RMIT
- Diploma Building & Construction - MONASH
- Diploma Computer Systems - RMIT
- Certificate IV (Building Construction)
Professional Overview
Hakan brings over 20 years of extensive experience in design & construct projects and supervision of diverse building and engineered structures across Australia.
Throughout his distinguished career, Hakan has successfully managed over $1 billion dollars worth of high-end residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use projects. His portfolio includes complex extensions, renovations, building rectifications, and sophisticated basement projects that showcase his technical expertise and project management excellence.
His technical proficiency spans advanced commercial construction techniques including pre-cast panels, structural steel, suspended concrete slabs, off-form concrete, complex basement solutions, piling, shotcrete, in-situ concrete, façade rectification, and commercial-grade double-glazed windows and cladding systems.
Leadership & Vision
As the hands-on Director at AUSEA, Hakan provides clear strategic direction for Design & Construct projects across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors. He personally oversees all on-site construction activities and dedicates his expertise to coordinating the day-to-day operations of every project.
Under Hakan's leadership, AUSEA has developed comprehensive in-house capabilities including architectural design and structural engineering services. His commitment to excellence extends to rigorous WHS & OHS compliance monitoring, quality assurance programs, and streamlined project management systems that ensure smooth, efficient operations across all developments.
Areas of Expertise
High-End Residential & Commercial
Managed billion dollars worth of complex projects
Construction Techniques
Pre-cast panels, structural steel, suspended concrete slabs, off-form concrete
Complex Solutions
Basement projects, piling, shotcrete, in-situ concrete, façade rectification
Quality & Compliance
WHS & OHS compliance monitoring, quality assurance programs
Michael Yang
Director / Marketing & Investment
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) - University of Melbourne
- Certificate IV (Real Estate Practice)
Professional Overview
Michael brings over 17 years of extensive experience in real estate investment, marketing, sales, technology, and property finance across Australian and Asian markets.
As the founder of GiFang.com, Australia's first real estate portal for Chinese investors, Michael has established deep connections within the real estate industries of both Australia and China. This unique positioning provides AUSEA with access to exclusive off-market property deals and capital from Asian private equities and high-net-worth investors.
A seasoned investor himself, Michael has built a portfolio valued at more than $20 million across various Australian states. His innovative investment highlights include acquiring properties with minimal capital outlay, doubling property values within days of settlement, and securing assets at more than 50% below market prices—achievements many would consider impossible.
Michael has successfully formed multiple property syndicates and investment funds, demonstrating his expertise in capital structuring and investor relations.
Leadership & Vision
As the hands-on Director at AUSEA, Michael oversees property acquisitions, investment programs, technology integration, buyer advocacy, and asset management for both AUSEA and its clients.
Under Michael's leadership, AUSEA has developed comprehensive in-house capabilities spanning portfolio management, property acquisition, marketing and sales, capital acquisition, and investment operations. By leveraging AI tools and data intelligence, AUSEA's proprietary technology and systems streamline business processes and operations across all business units, delivering superior outcomes for clients.
Areas of Expertise
Investment Strategy
Built $20M+ portfolio across Australian states with innovative acquisition strategies
International Networks
Founded Australia's first Chinese real estate portal, connecting Asian capital markets
Capital & Syndication
Successfully formed property syndicates and funds with private equity partners
Technology & AI
Leveraging data intelligence and AI tools for streamlined operations