Experience

Manufacturing Industry Skills Alliance

• Australia
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Industry Engagement Partner

  • Jul 2023 - Present

  Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

• Industry Engagement Partner

  • Jan 2020 - Aug 2023

  East Melbourne



RMIT University

• Australia
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Program Manager Trades

  • Nov 2018 - Dec 2019

  Melbourne, Australia Promoted to undertake Senior Program Manager role Managed program planning against rigorous regulations and rules Took accountability for training materials development and training facility provision Led assessment into existing program offering, which broke down RMIT’s position in the market Exposed areas for continuous improvement Uncovered opportunities to expand or refine service offering to market Initiated continuous improvement strategy to optimise service… Show more Promoted to undertake Senior Program Manager role Managed program planning against rigorous regulations and rules Took accountability for training materials development and training facility provision Led assessment into existing program offering, which broke down RMIT’s position in the market Exposed areas for continuous improvement Uncovered opportunities to expand or refine service offering to market Initiated continuous improvement strategy to optimise service offering Improved final-year learning outcomes to match industry demands and standards Introduced data-backed change management process Piloted online trade apprenticeship program Introduced technical capability for the benefit of teachers and students Selected educator to deliver and track progression of blended course delivery Evaluated data to refine online program delivery prior to formal launch Revamped course materials to better align with contemporary industry needs Maintained teacher-led component to ensure quality learning outcomes Reduced administration efforts for teachers while optimising student learning outcomes Increased management of trade apprenticeship programs to re-align course with industry needs Won buy-in with key stakeholders essential to decision-making processes Led research to facilitate continuous improvement efforts Liaised with senior educators to facilitate continuous improvement planning process Managed collaborations with diverse project teams to provide quality facilities Headed team of direct reports, including providing mentoring and coaching to staff Upskilled personnel to build capacity and capability and facilitated team collaboration Gathered data from Academic staff to assess student performance against future vision Complied with EBA rules and guidelines Oversaw compliance with state and national regulators, such as Energy Safe Victoria (ESV)

• Commercial Projects Manager, Carlton (2016 – 2018) Training Manager, Operations, Wagga (2014 – 2015)

  • Mar 2014 - Nov 2018

  Melbourne, Australia Initially hired as Training Manager, with mandate to head new business transition from partnership Fostered robust relationship between 2 new training teams to ensure teaching cohesion Promoted to undertake new role to head commercial training projects and lead business development Revitalised existing process to onboard commercial clients Gave power back to businesses to upskill staff rapidly and effectively Empowered staff of businesses with knowledge to improve… Show more Initially hired as Training Manager, with mandate to head new business transition from partnership Fostered robust relationship between 2 new training teams to ensure teaching cohesion Promoted to undertake new role to head commercial training projects and lead business development Revitalised existing process to onboard commercial clients Gave power back to businesses to upskill staff rapidly and effectively Empowered staff of businesses with knowledge to improve commercial opportunities Initiated recognition program for Abu Dhabi-based training and development business Relocated offshore for months to assess existing training and developing programs Identified areas to align aviation program with Australian competency system Handed over program upon promotion to Senior Program Manager role Grew capabilities of lawyers in Abu Dhabi to manage blockchain contracts independently Established and / or maintained partnerships with premium clients Grew client portfolios by identifying and capitalising on service gaps Managed high-cost portfolio of commercial accounts Supported clients to articulate and break down training requirements Educated clients to align commercial / business needs with training specifications Managed sensitive relationships with diplomacy, retaining major contracts Advised businesses on pathways to upskill staff



Biga Training

• Australia
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• CEO

  • Feb 2010 - Mar 2014

  Brisbane, Australia Provided strategic leadership and operational management to high value business Led major change project to comply with national training standards for construction training Managed comprehensive restructure of business to deliver viability in tough market Developed strategic plans for rapid growth in future economic conditions Provided compliance and assurance for programs, with student cohort Delivered high Trainee completion rate through program development and student… Show more Provided strategic leadership and operational management to high value business Led major change project to comply with national training standards for construction training Managed comprehensive restructure of business to deliver viability in tough market Developed strategic plans for rapid growth in future economic conditions Provided compliance and assurance for programs, with student cohort Delivered high Trainee completion rate through program development and student support Provided indirect leadership for additional staff Developed new strategies to retain competitive position as preferred provider Tailored training to reduce employer burden of apprentice training and management Strategised to reduce apprentice costs to builders Developed multiple delivery options, including distance learning

• Training Manager

  • Feb 2009 - Feb 2010

  Brisbane, Australia Conceptualised and articulated training strategy Developed and implemented programs to achieve strategic objectives Oversaw the administrative systems, including confidential student records Led high performing team by example Developed and embedded assessment frameworks



Aviation Australia

• Australia
• Airlines and Aviation
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Chief Examiner

  • Feb 2007 - Feb 2009

  Brisbane, Australia

• Team Leader Aeroskills

  • Nov 2001 - Feb 2007

  Brisbane, Australia



Royal Australian Air Force

• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Manager, Composite Repair Workshop

  • Jan 2000 - Nov 2001

  RAAF Base, Newcastle

• Manager, 10 Squadron Structural Repair Workshop

  • 1997 - 2000

  RAAF Base, Adelaide

• (multiple positions and postings)

  • 1983 - 1997