Strategy, talent development and projects. Identifying and running projects to improve HydroChem’s approach to clients and the efficiency of our operations.

HydroChem started out over 35 years ago as a small family company. Since then its reputation as customer-centric, industry leaders in the water treatment industry has contributed to steady company growth throughout Australia. Today, we employ more than 150 people in offices spanning Australia.HydroChem prides itself on its old-school service delivery backed up by to-the-minute technologies and processes. It's what sets us apart. We might have outgrown our company's roots but we will never forget our founding philosophies: expertise, reliability & consistency, commitment and, above all, accountability.As General Manager, Nick is responsible for managing HydroChem's national operations throughout Australia. Since 2006, this has involved the establishment of new offices in Perth, Darwin and Newcastle and the consistent growth of the existing branches. Nick also managed HydroChem through the introduction of the ISO 9001 Quality system in the new offices and the national roll-out of the ISO 14001 Environment accreditation and ISO 4801 OHS accreditation through all branches. HydroChem is recognised as the premium quality provider of water treatment services on a consistent basis.

Provided advice to GM and Board of Directors on business operations, negotiations, procurement, policies and procedures. Updated company documentation including marketing material and proposals to reflect true capability of the organisation.

BatTRI-HUB 2.0 will establish a new battery fabrication, testing and diagnosis facility, accessible from Deakin Burwood Campus. The HUB will expand the capabilities of Deakin’s current battery engineering facility, BatTRI-HUB at Geelong Waurn Ponds, translating research to pre-commercial scale prototyping, testing and innovation services. Responsible for supporting the establishment and planning including facility design, technical research infrastructure/equipment, overseeing milestones and managing budgets. Includes liaison with internal stakeholders, external consultants and contractors to enssure delivery of the hub and its applied research agenda in line with Victorian Higher Education State Investment Fund.

• Reviewed existing management structure and recruited key staff to senior roles including: HR Manager, Production Manager and Product Development Manager• Consulted with all team members to reorganise production and warehouse (including moving plant and equipment) to overcome obstacles to efficiency• Reviewed food safety process and procedures

Provided guidance and advice on a volunteer basis.

Commercial solicitor with a focus on contracts, copyright and trade marks.