With over 25 years of experience, I am a seasoned professional specializing in health, safety, security, risk management, and compliance. Currently serving as the Director of Health, Safety, and Security at Newmont Mining's Cadia Valley Operations, I am a key member of the Senior Leadership Team. My role encompasses oversight of critical areas such as Health and Hygiene, Return to Work programs, Access Control, Security, Emergency Response, Assurance, Material Risk, Operational Risk, Document Control, and Ethics and Compliance.

Throughout my career, I have held diverse and impactful roles, including Senior Rail Safety Officer, Aviation Security Inspector and Auditor, Regional Contracts and Compliance Manager in Afghanistan, Senior Compliance Officer at the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority, Federal Police Officer with the Australian Federal Police, and Company Sergeant Major in the Australian Army. These roles have honed my expertise in managing complex risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and safeguarding people and assets in dynamic and high-stakes environments.

I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, a Diploma of Quality Auditing, Diploma in health, alongside additional qualifications in auditing, frontline management, risk management, investigations, and safety. This strong educational foundation complements my extensive practical experience, enabling me to lead with confidence and deliver measurable results.

As a proactive leader and advocate for continuous improvement, I am passionate about fostering innovation, streamlining processes, and creating a culture of safety and resilience. My commitment is to drive sustainable change and ensure the health, safety, and security of people and operations, even in the most challenging circumstances.