In my capacity as a Building Consultant, my responsibilities encompass delivering expert opinions and generating consultancy reports for both residential and commercial projects. Drawing upon my experience, I provide guidance to a wide spectrum of stakeholders, offering practical and customised advice on building-related matters. Additionally, I am available to serve as an expert witness for NCAT and court proceedings, specialising in areas such as waterproofing defects, design, and installation.

Complete operational responsibility for managing contractual delivery of Integrated Facility Management Services to the Downer national portfolio of assets.Effective and strategic management of a nationwide team. Oversight of key FM objectives which consist of statutory compliance, Zero Harm, operational risk mitigation, monitoring service volumes and driving efficiencies to achieve financial targets.

As the Trade Works and WHS Manager at Spotless Group, I led WHS initiatives at the Sydney International Convention, Exhibition, and Entertainment Precinct (SICEEP), ensuring optimal safety standards and compliance. My role involved overseeing the Spotless Safety Management System, developing and implementing WHS strategies, policies, and processes, and liaising with regulators. I conducted reviews and reported on WHS performance, identified opportunities for risk mitigation, and provided leadership in safety advisory. Additionally, I managed incident investigations, facilitated reporting through an INX platform, and provided leadership and management for the Trade Team.

In my contract role with Vicinity Centre's, a leading retail property group in Australia, I led safety and customer experience management across three iconic Sydney landmarks. Responsibilities included risk advisor, ensuring regulatory compliance, contractor management, implementing safety audits, managing third-party contractor relationships, maintaining risk registers, and overseeing budgetary allocations for risk and security needs.

Ipoh Pty Ltd operated as a specialist retail property, investment and management company. Their major assets included Sydney CBD shopping center's including Queen Victoria Building (QVB), The Strand Arcade, Chifley and The Galeries. Reporting directly to the General Manager, I held multifaceted role encompassing responsibility for the Group's Work Health and Safety (WHS) management systems and Service Level Agreement management.In the realm of WHS:• Established and supervised the Group's WHS Management System, aligning it with industry standards.• Developed strategic risk plans and executed mitigation strategies to safeguard operations.• Ensured full compliance with WHS legislation.• Identified and addressed WHS and risk training needs, fostering a culture of safety and awareness within the Group.Regarding Service Level Agreements:• Directed the creation of tenders and vetted service providers to ensure competence and suitability.• Led comprehensive processes from tender analysis to contract execution, prioritizing efficiency and effectiveness.• Conducted negotiations and managed disputes, resulting in optimized contractual outcomes for the Group."

This role I was responsible for the following: Asset Management:Responsible for overseeing the maintenance, operation, and budget utilization of building services.Ensured asset maintenance and repair, while fully utilizing allocated budgets cost-effectively.Managed service and maintenance of plant equipment, including scheduling and execution of required tasks.Project managed tenancy de-fits and coordinated necessary building inspections and reports.Conducted ageing analysis of plant equipment and managed contractors, including selection, negotiation, and inspection of works.Onsite Team Management:Led recruitment efforts and designed training programs for the onsite team.Managed the site team, including conducting performance appraisals and providing clear direction and reinforcement of behavior standards.Offered leadership, coaching, and implemented process improvement initiatives.Provided daily oversight of the Web-based Work Order system to ensure efficient operations.

In this role, I was part of a team primarily responsible for the comprehensive management, maintenance, and operation of building services, ensuring that assets were well-maintained and in optimal condition. My duties included executing daily, weekly, and monthly inspections for all base building services, implementing preventive and programmed maintenance programs, and managing contractors. Additionally, I oversaw the recruitment of the on-site maintenance team and designed and implemented training programs. Managing the site team included conducting performance appraisals, providing clear direction, and reinforcing desired behavior standards.

Licenced Builder and business owner. Specialising in residential construction focusing in the Lower North Shore region of Sydney.

Licenced carpenter/leading hand/site supervisor working in residential and commercial construction.