Michael Barrett is a Mining Engineer at Encompass Mining. Colleagues describe them as "Michael and I were in the same Division at the Royal Australian Naval College, where he was my Divisional Regulator. Michael is profoundly organised, intelligent and has a good sense of humour that never went astray during the difficulties of initial military training. As a leader, Michael is very approachable for advice, direction and mentorship. In a public setting, he is well-spoken, articulate and regularly inputs ideas in group debates. His input demonstrates his unique, progressive and strategic manner of thinking that always abetted the operation of the group and its dynamic." and "I worked alongside Michael at Ensham Mine. I found him to be a very personable and knowledgeable professional fulfilling the position of Drill and Blast Engineer."