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Hello and welcome to my profile! I’m Mark Ellis, a transformational leader with a passion for orchestrating change. I have extensive experience in leading policy, project and program delivery, strategic partnership development, and crisis management across the public and private sectors. Whether it’s delivering landmark reforms, championing road safety, or managing billion-dollar investments, I have the skills and expertise to navigate challenging situations and deliver outcomes that matter.Some of the highlights of my career include:• Providing strategic direction to Australia’s second largest Local Government. • Guiding the national efforts to implement the National Road Safety Action Plan 2023-2025, uniting stakeholders and championing zero road fatalities.• Managing a nation-wide multi-billion program of infrastructure and non-infrastructure grants. • Ensuring the successful delivery of the Western Sydney Airport Project, a $5.3 billion investment that will boost the economy and create jobs.• Steering subsidiaries of Aspen Medical, a leading healthcare provider that operates “wherever you need us”.• Contributing subject matter expertise to overseas aid programs, collaborating on economic policy and governance enhancements.• Driving overseas deployments and emergency responses for the Australian Federal Police, leading cross-functional operations with military and civil collaboration.I’m currently the Director - Strategic Fleet Policy where I am contributing to strengthening Australia’s supply chains, supporting the movement of critical cargo during crises and emergencies and providing employment and training opportunities to improve Australia’s maritime workforce capabilityI’m always looking for new opportunities to learn, grow, and make a positive difference. I’m interested in connecting with like-minded professionals who share my passion for shaping transformational journeys, forging strategic alliances, and navigating high-stakes challenges. Feel free to reach out to me if you want to chat about anything related to policy and program delivery, change management, or government relations.#ChangeManagement #StrategicPartnerships #ImpactfulLeadership #SupportingtheCommunity
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Director - Adf Health ContractsDefence AustraliaBraddon, Act, Au
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Director - Adf Health ContractsDefence Australia Dec 2024 - PresentThis role supports contemporary contract management through leadership of a high performing team, responsible for the oversight and management of the ADF Health Services. The contracted health services (Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Healthcare) include, Integrated Contracted Health Professional Workforce, 24 hour Medical Advice, Triage and Referral Service, Specialised Services, Imaging and Radiology, Pathology, and Occupational Rehabilitation Services.The team ensures that the… Show more This role supports contemporary contract management through leadership of a high performing team, responsible for the oversight and management of the ADF Health Services. The contracted health services (Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Healthcare) include, Integrated Contracted Health Professional Workforce, 24 hour Medical Advice, Triage and Referral Service, Specialised Services, Imaging and Radiology, Pathology, and Occupational Rehabilitation Services.The team ensures that the contract is fit for purpose now and throughout its life cycle, monitoring and managing the contract including administration, governance, performance and risk. Show less -
Director - Strategic Fleet PolicyDepartment Of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications And The Arts Feb 2024 - Dec 2024Assist in securing Australia’s access to essential imports and support the country’s maritime workforce and sovereign capability through implementing recommendations arising from the Strategic Fleet Taskforce Report and the Australian Government’s response. -
Manager - Enterprise StrategyCity Of Gold Coast Feb 2023 - Feb 2024Gold Coast, Queensland, AustraliaResponsible for:• developing and implementing long term strategies, policies and innovative solutions to address current and future challenges and opportunities for the City.• developing, implementing and maintaining a standard enterprise strategy and policy framework that supports the City in achieving its strategic objectives,Achievements:Working collaboratively across Council, led the first annual review of the City of Gold Coast’s Council Plan 2022-27 ensuring that the Plan… Show more Responsible for:• developing and implementing long term strategies, policies and innovative solutions to address current and future challenges and opportunities for the City.• developing, implementing and maintaining a standard enterprise strategy and policy framework that supports the City in achieving its strategic objectives,Achievements:Working collaboratively across Council, led the first annual review of the City of Gold Coast’s Council Plan 2022-27 ensuring that the Plan remains contemporary and relevant; andDelivered the City of Gold Coast’s 2022-23 Annual Report five weeks ahead of its usual schedule. Show less -
Director - Road Safety Policy And ProgrammesDepartment Of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development And Communications Jan 2020 - Jan 2023Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaWorking across all Australian governments, the Australian Local Government Association and with external stakeholders, delivered the National Road Safety Action Plan 2023-2025 which sets out the actions all governments will undertake to target zero deaths and injuries on our roads by 2050.Responsibilities:Led the development and implementation of national road safety policy;Prepared new policy proposals, cabinet documents and budget papers to support a multi-billion dollar suite… Show more Working across all Australian governments, the Australian Local Government Association and with external stakeholders, delivered the National Road Safety Action Plan 2023-2025 which sets out the actions all governments will undertake to target zero deaths and injuries on our roads by 2050.Responsibilities:Led the development and implementation of national road safety policy;Prepared new policy proposals, cabinet documents and budget papers to support a multi-billion dollar suite of national road safety programs;Managed a multi-billion dollar program of research and innovation, education and awareness, and infrastructure upgrade grants;Managed strategic stakeholder relations with road safety advocates, indigenous organisations and state and territory road authorities to implement government policy; andSupported Ministers and members of Parliament at Ministerial Council Meetings, international forums and road safety stakeholder roundtables.Achievements:Developed and Implemented the largest single into road safety upgrade investment program, $3 billion, ever undertaken by the Australian Government; Achieved national agreement to the National Road Safety Action Plan 2023-2025; andProject manager for Austroads report Practical Approaches for Managing Regional Road Safety Priorities and contributing author to the OECD Research Report The Safe System Approach in Action. Show less
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Director - Program ManagementDepartment Of Infrastructure, Transport, Cities And Regional Development Sep 2016 - Dec 2019Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaLed the program management team for the $5.3 billion Western Sydney Airport (WSA) program, responsible for financial, risk and resource management, program scheduling, master planning, and procurement;Collaborated with across governments to ensure that the commercial, educational and employment opportunities of the Western Sydney City Deal were achieved;Developed a governance and reporting framework ensuring timely and accurate advice was provided to Ministers and senior executives… Show more Led the program management team for the $5.3 billion Western Sydney Airport (WSA) program, responsible for financial, risk and resource management, program scheduling, master planning, and procurement;Collaborated with across governments to ensure that the commercial, educational and employment opportunities of the Western Sydney City Deal were achieved;Developed a governance and reporting framework ensuring timely and accurate advice was provided to Ministers and senior executives across Government;Established the Department’s Project Management Community of Practice to share best practice, ensure consistency and develop project management practitioners; andRecipient of two Australia Day Awards for my contribution to the Western Sydney Airport program. Show less
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General ManagerAspen Medical Aug 2011 - Sep 2016Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaAccountable for the performance and strategic direction of four subsidiary companies of Aspen Medical with an annual turnover in excess of $20m including a locum service focused on supporting health professionals throughout rural and remote Australia and a company specialising in the delivery of workplace healthcare services in both remote and metropolitan locations throughout Australia. -
Independent ConsultantAustralian Department Of Foreign Affairs And Trade 2011 - 2013Dili, Timor-LesteProvision of subject matter expertise in the areas of logistics, procurement and governance for various overseas aid programmes including:·Advisor to the Timor-Leste government on system improvements to enhance public administration and financial management functions, economic policy development and attract foreign investment; and·Provision of subject matter expertise in crisis and emergency response policy and program development. -
Coordinator - International Deployment GroupAustralian Federal Police Mar 2008 - Jul 2011Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaLed a geographically dispersed team of logistic and procurement practitioners responsible for all IDG logistic support activities domestically and internationally;Delivered the construction and upgrade of various overseas policing facilities;Coordinated the planning and execution of all AFP’s overseas and domestic crisis and emergency responses including the Christchurch earthquake and Pacific Ocean tsunami disasters;Developed and implemented the first of its kind Mutual Logistic… Show more Led a geographically dispersed team of logistic and procurement practitioners responsible for all IDG logistic support activities domestically and internationally;Delivered the construction and upgrade of various overseas policing facilities;Coordinated the planning and execution of all AFP’s overseas and domestic crisis and emergency responses including the Christchurch earthquake and Pacific Ocean tsunami disasters;Developed and implemented the first of its kind Mutual Logistic Support Arrangement with the Australian Defence Organisation governing joint overseas operations; andAwarded the Police Overseas Service Medal. Show less -
Director - ProcurementAustralian Government Department Of Human Services Mar 2007 - Mar 2008Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaDeveloped the Procurement and Contract Management Assurance Framework, including all procurement policies and contract templates; andProvided procurement, governance, and policy advice during the initial implementation of the welfare income management debit card in the Northern Territory. -
Various PositionsDefence Australia 1994 - Mar 2007Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaVarious procurement, contract and project management positions in the Capital Equipment acquisition and infrastructure areas including FFG Upgrade, ANZAC Ship Project, Collins Class Submarine Project and Force Disposition Review.Led and managed base relocation/consolidation initiatives, including working with state, territory, and local governments, to develop proposals for Government decision;Lead commercial negotiator for various multi-million dollar defence materiel… Show more Various procurement, contract and project management positions in the Capital Equipment acquisition and infrastructure areas including FFG Upgrade, ANZAC Ship Project, Collins Class Submarine Project and Force Disposition Review.Led and managed base relocation/consolidation initiatives, including working with state, territory, and local governments, to develop proposals for Government decision;Lead commercial negotiator for various multi-million dollar defence materiel procurements;Led the implementation of innovative and non-traditional procurement methods including the establishment of the ANZAC Ship Alliance and the commercial procurement of the DELOS/HMAS SIRIUS;Development and monitoring of strategic industry defence capability policy; andGraduate of the Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies, the senior educational institution of the Australian War College, providing participants with the knowledge and skills required by leaders and managers to operate at senior levels of the government and military. Show less
Mark Ellis Education Details
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Military Strategic Studies, General -
Graduate Diploma In Legal Practice -
Bachelor Of Laws - Llb
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Mark Ellis works for Defence Australia
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Mark Ellis's current role is Director - ADF Health Contracts.
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Mark Ellis attended Monash University, Deakin University, Qut (Queensland University Of Technology), Bond University, Australian Institute Of Company Directors.
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