Experience

SkillsIQ Ltd

• Australia
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chair

  • Nov 2022 - Present

  Sydney, Australia

• Non Executive Director

  • May 2017 - Jul 2023

  Sydney, Australia



NSW Department of Customer Service

• Australia
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• NSW Government Biofuels Expert Panel

  • Dec 2021 - Present

  Australia



Spedding Torres and Associates

• Associate Consultant

  • Sep 2020 - Present

  Sydney, New South Wales, Australia



Water Infrastructure NSW

• Strategy Consultant

  • Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Sydney, New South Wales, Australia



Sydney Ports Authority

• General Manager Infrastructure Development and Projects

  • Jun 2019 - Oct 2021

  Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

• Group Director Assets and Development

  • Dec 2020 - Jul 2021

  Sydney, New South Wales, Australia  My role was to lead the Division to plan and deliver infrastructure development plans and projects to grow, maintain and optimise the Port assets in NSW. Reporting to the CEO and Board.  Delivering key Port infrastructure in Eden and Sydney Harbour to service the cruise industry  Oversight of a range of infrastructure developments across all our Ports for growth and renewal of our assets, including Bays West.  Working across Government to secure Planning Approvals for… Show more  My role was to lead the Division to plan and deliver infrastructure development plans and projects to grow, maintain and optimise the Port assets in NSW. Reporting to the CEO and Board.  Delivering key Port infrastructure in Eden and Sydney Harbour to service the cruise industry  Oversight of a range of infrastructure developments across all our Ports for growth and renewal of our assets, including Bays West.  Working across Government to secure Planning Approvals for infrastructure development and advocating the strategic role of the Port in Governments GSC, Transport 2046, and DPIE Bays Precinct Strategy The Development and implementation of lifecycle management of assets aligned with NSW Government assurance and gateway processes.  Engagement and leadership with industry, community and cross government stakeholders to advocate planning and development outcomes in our precincts.



Minister Roads, Freight and Maritime NSW

• Director of Policy

  • Feb 2017 - Apr 2019

  Sydney, Australia  My role as Policy Director was to provide advice and recommendations to the Minister on the allocation of budget expenditure. To develop and implement policy with stakeholders and the Agencies. Working with Government agencies to secure funding approval and/or approvals for Strategic and Final Business cases to meet NSW Government assurance processes and Cabinet support to deliver critical infrastructure to regional and metropolitan communities. Enhancing safety on our roads, travel times for… Show more  My role as Policy Director was to provide advice and recommendations to the Minister on the allocation of budget expenditure. To develop and implement policy with stakeholders and the Agencies. Working with Government agencies to secure funding approval and/or approvals for Strategic and Final Business cases to meet NSW Government assurance processes and Cabinet support to deliver critical infrastructure to regional and metropolitan communities. Enhancing safety on our roads, travel times for communities, connectivity to our Ports and delivering maritime infrastructure across the State. Delivering economic uplift , jobs and productivity enhancements.  I was the primary conduit for the Minister on maritime and port policy, development and operational issues, dealing with industry leaders and stakeholders daily. I had the carriage of the political process to secure endorsement for the Strategic Business for Cruise Capacity in NSW. The preparation and engagement with stakeholders for the NSW Freight and Ports Strategy released by the Minister following Cabinet endorsement in 2018, Maritime Safety Plan 2018 and Maritime Infrastructure Plan.  Represented the Minister in various forums with Government agencies, Ministerial offices and Industry/stakeholder Advisory committees. Show less



Australian Lot Feeders' Association

• Australia
• Farming
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Feb 2016 - Nov 2016

  Sydney, Australia  Represented the sector to Government, wider industry, media, customers, general public & other stakeholders to promote the grain fed production system.  Provision and coordination of advice and Company Secretary responsibilities to the Chair, Board, and Executive Committee of ALFA.  Gained support of ALFA membership to change Articles of Association to better reflect best practice.  Preparation and advocacy at State and Federal level – including submissions on regulatory burden to… Show more  Represented the sector to Government, wider industry, media, customers, general public & other stakeholders to promote the grain fed production system.  Provision and coordination of advice and Company Secretary responsibilities to the Chair, Board, and Executive Committee of ALFA.  Gained support of ALFA membership to change Articles of Association to better reflect best practice.  Preparation and advocacy at State and Federal level – including submissions on regulatory burden to the Productivity Commission, competition and marketing issues with the ACCC, environmental, water, animal welfare and biosecurity issues to State based regulators.  Development and implementation of crisis and emergency management frameworks and protocols  Provided strategic direction, decision making and oversight of the levy funded industry programs and projects delivered by service providers; Meat & Livestock Australia (i.e., R&D, and marketing), the National Residue Survey (i.e., residue monitoring), and Animal Health Australia (i.e., biosecurity, animal health and welfare).  Provide leadership, management and input in the development, implementation and monitoring of organisational and industry risk and strategy frameworks, represented ALFA on various State and Federal based committees, including Safemeat Partners, RMAC, MLA and AusMeat.  Grew the membership through the provision of relevant and valuable services, providing additional revenue sources to support the financial viability of the Association.  Managed the finances and reserves and investment portfolio of the organization along with the development, implementation and review of budgets and our risk management and the presentation of unqualified accounts. Show less



Department Primary Industry NSW

• Director Agribusiness Development

  • Aug 2015 - Jan 2016

  NSW Australia  Developed and delivered a strategy focused on NSW agribusiness strengths and harnessed the networks, resources and programs across the DPI divisions and government to contribute to economic growth within the sector.  The opportunities to commercialise Government’s research and development, to build partnerships and work with industry to capture growth, particularly in Asia were a focus of the strategy.  The strategy, approved by Cabinet set the future direction and established… Show more  Developed and delivered a strategy focused on NSW agribusiness strengths and harnessed the networks, resources and programs across the DPI divisions and government to contribute to economic growth within the sector.  The opportunities to commercialise Government’s research and development, to build partnerships and work with industry to capture growth, particularly in Asia were a focus of the strategy.  The strategy, approved by Cabinet set the future direction and established measures of success, evaluation and monitoring and the resources to deliver the strategy for DPI. Show less



NSW Food Authority

• Australia
• Food and Beverage Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Mar 2012 - Oct 2015

  Newington, Sydney  Lead NSW’s food safety policy objectives at the National, State and Local government level, minimising regulatory burden for industry and reinforcing the States food production safety record. Ensuring, consistency, compliance and confidence in the sector.  Chaired and participated in various COAG national food regulation advisory groups to devise solutions to manage food safety risks that government jurisdictions, public health, industry and consumers would support.  Chaired NSW Food… Show more  Lead NSW’s food safety policy objectives at the National, State and Local government level, minimising regulatory burden for industry and reinforcing the States food production safety record. Ensuring, consistency, compliance and confidence in the sector.  Chaired and participated in various COAG national food regulation advisory groups to devise solutions to manage food safety risks that government jurisdictions, public health, industry and consumers would support.  Chaired NSW Food Safety industry consultation committees and engagement with public health, local government, consumer advocates and industry to better inform our collaboration, decision making, and capture new ideas to improve our performance, policy responses and promote our achievements.  Developed and delivered NSW’s first Food Safety Strategy in 2015, released by the Minister, establishing and promoting the direction, outcomes, targets and strategies for world class food safety in NSW.  Designed and implemented significant structural and operational changes within the Authority, to deliver treasury savings targets, whilst building capacity and a culture within the Authority to deliver innovation, customer service and our strategic vision and objectives.  Undertook Regulatory and Act review, and a stringent evaluation program of our programs and policies with industry input to assess effectiveness and make any necessary amendments to streamline and remove red tape.  All financial and budget reporting requirements achieved and unqualified financial statements. Met regularly with Independent Audit and Risk Committee to monitor and evaluate Authorities financial management and performance and risk management strategies.  Working with licensed businesses and industry we ensured food safety systems were implemented consistently, we achieved an average 94% compliance. The Authority showcased by government for its leadership and innovation in delivery of regulatory services Show less



Department Primary Industry NSW

• Acting Deputy Director General Agriculture

  • Jul 2014 - Oct 2014



Caltex

• Manager Government Relations

  • Jan 2009 - Jan 2012

  Sydney  Developed and presented Caltex’s climate change, biofuels, tax, competition and energy policies to Federal and State government representatives, accessed decision makers at political and bureaucratic level to advocate our views on climate change legislation, environmental and industry regulation, and competition issues to minimise adverse impacts on the profitability and operations of Caltex.  Secured access for Caltex with all key political, policy and business stakeholders so that we… Show more  Developed and presented Caltex’s climate change, biofuels, tax, competition and energy policies to Federal and State government representatives, accessed decision makers at political and bureaucratic level to advocate our views on climate change legislation, environmental and industry regulation, and competition issues to minimise adverse impacts on the profitability and operations of Caltex.  Secured access for Caltex with all key political, policy and business stakeholders so that we could build relationships and networks to promote and support our business objectives. Designed and implemented a proactive program of meetings, site visits and targeted briefings to build awareness of our business and the impact of government decisions and policy settings on Caltex, ensuring Board and Executive participation when necessary.  Represented Caltex on national industry groups and with the Australian Institute of Petroleum to develop policy positions and responses, where advocating “whole of industry” views with stakeholders advanced our goals. Show less



Port Authority of New South Wales

• Australia
• Maritime
• 200 - 300 Employee

• General Manager Corporate Affairs, Policy and Strategic Planning

  • Jan 2001 - Jul 2009

  Sydney