Douglas Jasch Email & Phone Number

Brisbane, Australia

Policy professional with excellent communication, relationship building and leadership skills. Highly organised and experienced in reviewing/making recommendations in relation to investment proposals and with extensive experience in competition policy, transport policy, state tax policy and risk management. Delivers results in a fast-moving environment within strict deadlines and budgets. Adaptable, implementing and formulating change to meet strategic and operational objectives. Doug has… Show more Policy professional with excellent communication, relationship building and leadership skills. Highly organised and experienced in reviewing/making recommendations in relation to investment proposals and with extensive experience in competition policy, transport policy, state tax policy and risk management. Delivers results in a fast-moving environment within strict deadlines and budgets. Adaptable, implementing and formulating change to meet strategic and operational objectives. Doug has extensive experience writing submissions to the Queensland Competition Authority and other industry bodies. Lead on Queensland Rail’s response to the Queensland Treasury/Queensland Competition Authority review of Queensland Rail’s declared services. Lead on Queensland Rail’s Draft Access Undertaking 2 which is currently being assessed by the Queensland Competition Authority. Led the successful approval by the Queensland Competition Authority of Queensland Rail’s current access undertaking. Doug has extensive experience in all areas of policy research, development, consultation and implementation and dealing with senior executives and Board members. Doug works closely with internal stakeholders, Government agencies and industry. A key element of this policy work is the ability to successfully bring together internal stakeholders to agreed positions and work effectively with industry and relevant government agencies. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

The Rail Transport Service Contract was a major funding contract between the Department of Transport and Main Roads and Queensland Rail delivering billions in funding for regional rail infrastructure services. Responsible for working closely with the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Rail’s project managers, monitoring expenditure against budget, advising on contractual requirements/interpretations and contract performance through the production of monthly, quarterly… Show more The Rail Transport Service Contract was a major funding contract between the Department of Transport and Main Roads and Queensland Rail delivering billions in funding for regional rail infrastructure services. Responsible for working closely with the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Rail’s project managers, monitoring expenditure against budget, advising on contractual requirements/interpretations and contract performance through the production of monthly, quarterly and annual reports. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

The Corporate Finance team reviewed business cases analysing taxation, accounting and economic implications of investment proposals and contractual arrangements, considering issues such as risk, return on capital/asset, funding structures, effect on EBIT and NPV outcomes. Business case reviews led by Doug include the Goonyella Abbot Point Expansion Project (GAPE), the Queensland Rail Transport Service Contract, the Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Third Loop and the Jilalan Yard Upgrade Project.

Brisbane, Australia

The Regulation and Policy Area was established to develop Queensland Rail’s approach to competition policy issues and to develop the rules that would apply to Queensland Rail, working with industry and the independent Queensland Competition Authority.Doug successfully liaised with stakeholders such as the Queensland Competition Authority, The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, Queensland Transport Department, Queensland Treasury, the Queensland Resources Council, mining… Show more The Regulation and Policy Area was established to develop Queensland Rail’s approach to competition policy issues and to develop the rules that would apply to Queensland Rail, working with industry and the independent Queensland Competition Authority.Doug successfully liaised with stakeholders such as the Queensland Competition Authority, The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, Queensland Transport Department, Queensland Treasury, the Queensland Resources Council, mining companies, and other industry participants with regard to the development and implementation of competition policy for rail. An integral part of this role was the writing of public submissions explaining and supporting Queensland Rail’s corporate positions, as well as providing briefings for the Queensland Rail Board, senior executive and senior management on key policy matters. Doug has extensive experience in assisting Queensland Rail business areas to achieve consensus on complex matters. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Drafted briefings for the Treasurer, Under Treasurer, and Treasury Executive with analysis of the financial implications/risks of Cabinet Submissions, commercial proposals, State Budget submissions, departmental funding requests, organisational restructures and budgetary forward estimates. Doug worked to develop strategies to minimise financial and other risks.Doug’s policy work included contributions to State Budget Papers (e.g. Budget Papers 2, 3, 5, the Appropriation Bill and… Show more Drafted briefings for the Treasurer, Under Treasurer, and Treasury Executive with analysis of the financial implications/risks of Cabinet Submissions, commercial proposals, State Budget submissions, departmental funding requests, organisational restructures and budgetary forward estimates. Doug worked to develop strategies to minimise financial and other risks.Doug’s policy work included contributions to State Budget Papers (e.g. Budget Papers 2, 3, 5, the Appropriation Bill and Ministerial Portfolio Statement), and advice in relation to departmental enterprise bargaining agreements and a departmental funding review. Show less

Teaching Business and conversational English in language schools in Taiwan & Europe using effective communication skills in diverse environments.

Brisbane, Australia

Undertaking extensive research and making recommendations on State tax policy issues. Doug was involved in all areas of policy development including the preparation of policy briefings/papers for the Treasurer, Under Treasurer and Executive Director on issues regarding state taxation and associated matters. He analysed technical papers on a wide range of issues producing simple effective summaries and researched and produced reports and participated in projects related to State tax issues.… Show more Undertaking extensive research and making recommendations on State tax policy issues. Doug was involved in all areas of policy development including the preparation of policy briefings/papers for the Treasurer, Under Treasurer and Executive Director on issues regarding state taxation and associated matters. He analysed technical papers on a wide range of issues producing simple effective summaries and researched and produced reports and participated in projects related to State tax issues. Other areas of expertise included drafting responses to media reports and ministerial correspondence. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

Managing up to 19 staff including cashiers, two supervisors, stamp duty assessors and administrative support staff, at all times undertaking best HR best practice and providing mentoring. Doug was a member of the OSR Client Liaison Committee and worked closely with OSR Managers and key stakeholders to assist with the development of an effective, client focused and client responsive State taxation area.

Brisbane, Australia

Providing expert advice on complex taxation matters.

Brisbane, Australia

Extensive involvement with clients and the development of client service. Supervised up to 23 staff. Doug Played a major role in the restructuring of the Counter Services area to create a modern, client focused area and was a member of the Customer Service Client Liaison team.

Bachelor Of Economics

Certificate, Transport Economics