Brydon has worked in the Geelong region over his career including as Manager Planning & Development at Surf Coast Shire and General Manager Development & Community Services at Colac Otway Shire. Brydon successfully completed the Committee for Geelong – Leaders for Geelong Program in 2013-2015 and currently operates a consultancy business assisting Local Government and private clients with land use planning applications and projects.
Brydon has a keen interest in affordable housing and social infrastructure development, joining the Sirovilla Board in 2019.