After 30+ years in the Power Industry with Infrastructure and Asset owners and Principal Service Providers, I have taken the opportunity to open a consultancy practice representing companies both Nationally and Internationally whilst also mentoring small business owners locally. We are in an age of turbulence in which chaos, risk and uncertainty characterise many industries, markets and companies. Turbulence in effect has become the new norm, punctuated by intermittent spurts of prosperity and downturn. To be able to give real value and offer benefit through outcomes during these turbulent times is something that gives me great pleasure, taking my broad capability and aligning that with a client's needs to add measurable value to their business.A fundamental fact dominates our lives: We want more than we can get, commonly, expertise. Our inability to get everything we want is called scarcity. Scarcity is universal, it confronts all businesses. My experience brings a substantial amount of expertise in operational businesses, both from a theoretical perspective (MBA) and practical application over many years in Senior Management roles with real results.Having the vision for the success of a business and able to inspire and influence the team while positively pushing forward the vision, always maintaining a passionate belief in its potential success and helping people to be their best.Able to build strong teams and bring everything together, proficient in resource acquisition and business systems capitalising on my knowledge and the mission to create a disciplined, ethical, business culture driving great performance and business success.Business and Management Consultancy Services include;->Business Development and Strategy->Business Transformation - In/Outsourcing->Operational Optimisation->Operation/Contract/Program/Project Management->Smart Grid Mass Deployment - Advanced Metering Infrastructure-> New Energy - Solar, Battery, EVCS

Service Stream approached me to head up their metering business after experiencing financial stress and providing a poor delivery experience to clients. Within the first 3 months of my tenure, two major contracts in the metering space were not renewed, essentially providing a clean slate.I was able to secure a trial agreement in Queensland and began building the business with 5 metering technicians in 2021. Over the course of the next 3 years, the business grew to generate revenue of $65 million per annum with a strong EBIT result in line with budget. The team itself that I was directly responsible for was made up of 350 people with six of those being direct reports to me. Included in that were the functions of Field Delivery, Commercial Management, Deployment Management and Compliance with the Field Deliver team having over 250 metering technicians in field each day Nationally performing over 20,000 meter exchanges per month.The services being delivered diversified from being a pure meter installation team to also incorporate New Energy. Working with clients to secure Government funding, we began the installation of public infrastructure in NSW by way of public charging stations mounted on Network poles completing the entire installation and commissioning process along with the pre-assembly of the charging units in our factory. This extended to the installation of charging stations in Victoria through commercial agreements with the likes of Royal Melbourne Hospital. Wanting to move further into the New Energy sector, I secured a project in Newcastle through an American infrastructure owner (Powin) specialising in BESS installation and management globally. The scope included test, commission and maintain batteries at a brand new Waratah facility engaging over 20 technicians each day.

Responsible for establishing and operating a field services capability for the Vector AMS metering services business in Australia, including the mobilisation of field service partners, establishing operational hubs in multiple states and the engagement of internal teams to manage the delivery of services. Engaging with Government and Regulatory stakeholders and Industry bodies establishing good will and understanding as we move through a period of significant change with a view to developing a National framework to give clear direction to Market participants. Recognising and strategizing around the opportunities that Power of Choice presents, understanding the role changes in the market and the obligations each participant has once the reforms have been successfully implemented introducing greater competition to energy related service delivery.Driving the desired commercial outcomes to meet client and internal business requirements through extensive contract preparation, negotiation and vendor selection. Leading the National field services management team to deliver positive safety, compliance and customer experience results ensuring the successful deployment of advanced meters across Australia.Energy consumer preferences and expectations have changed, an increasing number of consumers now seek greater flexibility in service offerings. In particular, they want more personalised and streamlined engagement through both digital and physical channels. New product offerings have given consumers more choices in regards to their generation, consumption and energy management options.The deployment of advanced meters is an enabler to allow consumers to be better informed on their demand requirements and supporting positive behavioural change in the use of energy through the emergence of new technology allowing consumers to play a pivotal role in the market.

Responsible for establishing and operating a field services capability for the Vector AMS metering services business in Australia, including the mobilisation of field service partners in multiple states, driving the desired commercial outcomes to meet client and internal business requirements.

NFNL Premiers from 0-6 start winning 14 of next 16 games, the 14th win being the First Division Grand Final. Incredible story of resilience, unity and trust paving the way to ultimate success.

The Northern Blues Football Club are a proud club with a long standing history embracing passionate people involved on and off the field enjoying an AFL alignment with the Carlton Football Club that strengthens with each season.As part of that alignment, the Northern Blues train and play at Ikon Park giving NBFC players and coaches direct access to the Carlton FC coaches, players and staff who are a fantastic network to drive further team and individual development.My role at the club is to develop our midfield players through continuous improvement on and off field by working together to optimise technical and tactical player performance, preparing them for VFL football and beyond. Working closely with the Coach team to ensure we have maximum game flexibility providing wider options at selection.

Game day responsibility for the defensive group in matching players to opponents and strategy, providing constructive feedback to players in their roles acknowledging and encouraging good execution whilst being able to also offer guidance around areas for improvement. During the week it is all about preparing players for the role they will fill through scenario based activity focusing on team values and structures to match potential opposition tactics. This is undertaken in group and individual level to allow players to provide commentary and encourage input to challenge the methods adopted. Post game, one on one reviews are conducted with vision to allow players to see how they have performed and allow them to initiate the points for improvement that we work on during the week in preparation for the next game.

The Northern Blues Football Club are a proud club with a long standing history embracing passionate people involved on and off the field enjoying an AFL alignment with the Carlton Football Club that strengthens with each season.As part of that alignment, the Northern Blues train and play at Ikon Park giving NBFC players and coaches direct access to the Carlton FC coaches, players and staff who are a fantastic network to drive further team and individual development.My role at the club is to develop our playing list through recruitment, retention and continuous improvement by working together to optimise technical and tactical player performance, preparing them for VFL football and beyond. Working closely with the Senior Coach to ensure we have maximum game flexibility providing wider options at selection. On game day I am responsible for the overall performance of the Northern Blues Development players, ably backed by a team of assistant coaches and support staff. I assist the Senior Coach in a strategic capacity along with monitoring the performance of individual players in their roles.Throughout the season we work closely with Northern Knights (TAC Cup) players who are striving towards taking the next step in their football careers in an effort to create a pathway from the TAC Cup Competition into the VFL and ultimately to become AFL rookies/draftees. Off field is an opportunity to work with a group of young men on an individual basis to mentor and guide them through the challenges that they face in their everyday lives as semi-professional athletes. Football Clubs become a pseudo extended family and as such, are an extended support network in the process.Part of a footballer's career is the ups and downs that come with success and failure. We need to ensure our players are equipped to handle both sides of the equation, to know how to develop resilience, push forward in the face of adversity and build a burning desire to succeed.

Building a Business Unit on a pragmatic management style that contributed 25% of the revenue generated by the National Power and Telco Division of Lend Lease, over tripling the size of the business since appointed by delivering a broader range of services, winning larger projects and contracts, and expanding our client base, continuously maintaining all Company targets on Safety, Commercial and Financial performance.Leading strategy and development alongside operational requirements to ensure a healthy pipeline is maintained. By stepping back from pure operations, more time could be devoted to the development of the team and individuals.This lead to new clients coming on board, expansion into areas/regions where we previosly had no presence and working closely with clients, inter-divisionally and business units to share knowledge, opportunities, resources and insight.Managing a broad portfolio across several disciplines within the Utilities industry including long standing service contracts and deployment projects, managing an expansive team of over 170 people to assist our diverse clientele in achieving their business targets.Delivering services to multiple clients on the Eastern seaboard including;- Smart Grid Deployment AMI- Metering WC, CT and VT- Servicing- Maintenance- Construction- Electrical Inspection - Compliance Auditing- Meter ReadingKey functions of the role; - Actively driving the Safety Vision of an incident and injury free workplace- Key Client and Stakeholder relationships- Financial modelling including forecasting revenue, cost and cashflow- Commercial agreements and risk analysis around scope and KPI adherence- Operational delivery of current projects/contracts in portfolio- Preparation of business cases for approval of investment into new business/expansion opportunities- Strategic planning on future positioning and organisational structure- Leadership development and mentoring for succession planning

Finished 3rd on the ladder at the end of the Home and Away season and played in the finals series. 9 players were given their opportunity to make their VFL debut through the season which was a great result from a player development perspective. Coached the winner and runner up of the A.Todd medal (League Best and Fairest) in 2013.Had a dual role while at Casey being the Head coach as well as taking the midfield line whilst overseeing forward and back line coaches.Several Melbourne FC listed players were good enough to make themselves available to assist on game day throughout the season, thanks to the Melbourne FC for supporting listed player involvement and allowing them to play with the Development team.

Played a major role in the bidding and winning of the AMI rollout throughout Victoria. Responsible for the mobilisation of operational and support teams to deliver the services. Integral in the ensuing commercial negotiations mid project culminating in agreement between satisfied parties. This was achieved through strong relationships with key client representatives and stakeholders.

Managed the transition of outsourced resources for a client performing meter reading and electrical inspection services. A large part of this role was working closely with trade unions through this process. Leading people through the transition successfully was very satisfying given the potential trail of emotional carnage. To have the team engaged and performing above expectation was a great achievement by all.

Lead a team of Metering and Servicing crews facilitating customer requested new connection work and additions/alterations to overhead and underground supplies. Delivered Network upgrade projects to facilitate customer demand such as reconductoring of street circuits.

Given the responsibility of leading a crew of construction and maintenance linesmen after initially starting with the company as a linesman.

Starting my apprenticeship with the SEC in 1987, the industry changed when the SEC was disbanded and privatisation of the electricity industry in Victoria came into effect in the mid 90's. Citipower was formed as one of the privately owned DB entities.

Successfully completed A grade apprenticeship and nominated for apprentice of the year by the Training Board