Maree Gardner
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Credentials
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Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI)
Herrmann -
Life Styles Inventory (LSI) and Groups Styles Inventory (GSI)
Human Synergistics Australia & NZ -
Team Management Profile
Team Management Systems - TMSOz.com
Experience
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Change2020
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Australia
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Principal Consultant
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Jun 2015 - Present
Organisational change can be a daunting, frustrating experience as you venture into the unknown. We love change! Change2020 are experts at helping leaders embrace complex change to maximise the value it can deliver. More than a decade of experience tells us that change within a business is inevitable. But it need not be feared. In fact, leaders and their teams thrive when they are a part of the change, especially when they are properly equipped to navigate towards the future. The key to long-lasting, successful change is having the right tools, support and mindset embedded at every level of your organisation. Our sole focus is tailoring tried and tested solutions for organisations based on an in-depth analysis of their needs and vision for the future. Our team have extensive experience in partnering with some of Australia's best known organisations providing advice and support across our three service streams: o Mergers & Acquisitions - Our M&A advisory team will help you navigate the contracts, labour laws and workplace relations that can make or break a merger or acquisition. o Change & Transformation - Achieve greater efficiency and improve profitability, service and outcomes by empowering your people with the right mindset to embrace change and commit to the future of your organisation. o Leadership & Culture - Just like training elite athletes, our leadership coaching positively impacts your workplace culture to take your performance to the next level. With the right skills, mindset and support from Change2020, your organisation will benefit from: o Confident leaders equipped to handle and communicate organisational change. o Increased productivity from employees who feel empowered throughout the process. o Increased cost efficiencies as transitions can occur more quickly and efficiently. o Increased creativity from all levels as your people learn to view change from a positive perspective.
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Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)
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Australia
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Utilities
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700 & Above Employee
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Executive General Manager People and Culture
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Jul 2009 - Mar 2015
AEMO is a national organisation with approximately 500 employees. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team (reporting to the CEO) I provided the leadership and direction through strategic business partnerships to facilitate the development and implementation of human resources strategies (including work health, safety and environment), frameworks, policies and procedures that resulted in AEMO achieving its objectives through the ability to attract, retain, develop and manage a highly engaged, committed and empowered workforce. I also was responsible for the leadership and management of the People and Culture Department (with four direct reports and 10 non-direct reports).
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Head of Human Resources
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Feb 2005 - Jun 2009
NEMMCO was responsible for the electricity market, systems and forecasting and planning - along the eastern seaboard of Australia. NEMMCO was also responsible for the reliability and security of electricity. NEMMCO merged with five other entities to become AEMO on 1 July 2009. NEMMCO had approximately 250 employees across three states. My role of Head of Human Resources reported directly to the CEO and was responsible for strategic and operational people activities. The role was also responsible for leading a geographically dispersed team of HR professionals.
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Organisational Development and Training Manager
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Jan 2005 - Feb 2005
I established the OD&T function for NEMMCO including the development of an OD&T plan - following a gap and needs analysis.
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Executive Manager, HR Strategy
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2002 - Dec 2004
The DES had approximately 8000 employees across the State of Queensland. The role of Executive Manager, HR Strategy reported through to the Head of HR for the Department and lead a team of 18 people. In the role, I was responsible for developing, in partnership with the business, the first Strategic Workforce Management Plan for DES. In addition, the team I lead was accountable for establishing a DES performance management framework; Leadership Programs; non-technical training workshops and diversity initiatives.
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Manager, Planning and Coordination
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Jun 2000 - Jul 2003
The Manager, Planning and Coordination reported to the Executive Manager, Corporate Services for the Department of Emergency Services (DES). I was responsible for the day to day running of the corporate services directorate - this included reporting, preparation of advice to the Director General and Minister and Estimates Papers. I received a DES Australia Day Award for enhancements I made to the internal communications for the Division.
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Senior Planning Officer
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Jun 1999 - Jun 2000
The role of Senior Planning Officer reported to an Inspector in the Office of the Commissioner. I was responsible for managing the strategic planning process and the non-financial reporting for the Department. I developed, in partnership with key stakeholders a Customer Service Charter that was approved by the Board of Management.
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Staff Development Officer
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Apr 1998 - May 1999
As Staff Development Office I was responsible for ensuring the QPS retained its Registered Training Organisation's (RTOs) compliance requirements for Category I and Category II Workplace Training. In addition, I planned, researched, developed, facilitated and evaluated the workplace training modules. This resulted in improved development outcomes for a wide range of QPS delivered training.
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Police Recruit Facilitator
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Jan 1996 - Apr 1998
In my role as Police Recruit Facilitator I partnered with a sworn Police Officer to facilitate the PROVE Program over a 6 month period. My achievements during this role also included the design and development of Police Re-Orientation Course for Police Officers moving from "plain clothes" back into uniform policing duties. In addition, I was an assessor in the assessment centres for potential new Police Inspectors.
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Education Queensland (EQ)
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Toowoomba/Cecil Plains/Brisbane
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High School Maths/Science Teacher
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Jan 1987 - Dec 1995
As a high school maths/science teacher I initiated extra curricular activities including a science club and participation in the Tournament of the Minds. I also developed and delivered training programs for fellow teachers - such as difficult conversations and using creativity in the classroom. As a high school maths/science teacher I initiated extra curricular activities including a science club and participation in the Tournament of the Minds. I also developed and delivered training programs for fellow teachers - such as difficult conversations and using creativity in the classroom.
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Education
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Griffith University
Master of Human Resource Management -
Queensland Police Service (as the RTO)
Certificate IV Workplace Training (Category II) -
1994 - 1995
Griffith University
Graduate Diploma Human Resources and Industrial Relations -
The University of Queensland
Diploma of Education -
The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Science
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