Stephen Veness Email & Phone Number

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

As a proudly Australian company, over 30 years Davidson has evolved into a leader in enhancing workplace performance.Our team includes a broad range of specialists in business advisory, search and recruitment, and technology consulting.With a national presence, we possess the scale and capability to enhance your workplace performance. We combine this with strong local knowledge, and a partnership-based approach to building sustainable value.At Davidson every action, big or small, is directed to enhancing workplaces, supporting careers, and making a positive difference to the lives of our clients, candidates and the broader community.Many of our clients have worked with us for decades. We put that down to living our values which embrace thinking 30 years not 30 days; giving the same advice as you would give to a close friend or relative; and going above and beyond to ensure we deliver for our clients.Working closely with many of our key clients across the Davidson Group in the enhancement of workplace performance through our core offerings of Business Advisory, Search & Recruitment and Technology Consulting.

Brisbane, Australia

Group Manager for the Projects & Operations business at Davidson and part of the Davidson Group Executive. Davidson Projects & Operations is a growing and successful workplace performance business that has established itself as a leader within the Energy, Utilities, Resources, Infrastructure and Construction & Property sectors. Our team comprises specialists across all facets of Engineering , Construction, Commissioning, Operations and Maintenance as well as dedicated focuses across HSEQ, Project and Document Control and Contracts & Procurement and Supply Chain.Managing our teams of specialist consultants nationally across these technically focused areas, while also continuing to work closely with clients in this space with regard to senior level roles or operational requirements across major projects, assets and associated infrastructure.Managing a highly productive and professional team, ensuring that we exceed expectations of our clients and candidates alike.Our teams of specialists have a focus on adding genuine value to the industries that we support and have major involvement with industry bodies and professional associations. Projects that we have supported include:- Major LNG and CSG Projects across Australia- Renewable Energy projects in wind, solar and hydro. - Mining and Resources projects and associated infrastructure- Infrastructure developments across road, rail, ports and aviation- Utilities: water, electricity/power and associated vital infrastructure.- Commercial, residential and industrial construction and fit-out projects across Australia- Health, Education and Retail projectsWorking alongside Asset Owners, Engineering Consultants and Contractors to provide recruitment assistance in this area with a strong focus on project based recruitment. An ability to understand the dynamics of major projects and how bespoke and focused recruitment strategies can greatly improve the ability of a project to progress as planned.

Australia

The Association of Professional Staffing Companies on Australia (APSCo Australia) is a national membership organisation providing all companies in the recruitment and management of professional talent, who have a commitment to excellence, the specialist support and voice they need to be successful. APSCo Australia represents members in a profession we understand.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

The Infrastructure Association of Queensland Inc (IAQ) is the peak body representing the infrastructure industry in Queensland – we were formed in 1994 to foster private sector investment in infrastructure and provide a deeper understanding between the public and private sectors. We are an independent, evidence based, non partisan association influencing better outcomes for our members with timely engagement across policy issues. We work hard to create pathways to deliver on the economic enabling infrastructure the State needs to build a thriving future for Queenslanders.

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

May 2010 - July 2011Hays EnergyPower Generation, Freelance and Contract Consultant. Recruiting for clients within the Scottish Power Generation Market within both the conventional thermal and renewable power markets. Providing advise and recruitment solutions to both contractors and consultancies within this competitive and vibrant market.Providing advise to candidates and working on their behalf to find positions within the Power Generation market.Typical Projects Recruited For:- CCGT Power Stations- Biomass Plants- Energy from Waste Plants- CHPs - Petrochemical Process Plants- Conventional Coal/Gas Fired Power Projects- Wind Farm Developments (Onshore and Offshore)- Hydro Electric ProjectsJune 2008 - November 2009Hays Construction & PropertyResponsible for recruitment of Civil & Structural staff on a contract/freelance basis. Working with both private consultancies and public sector organisations. Meeting with high calibre candidates and finding opportunities for them within this sector.Business Development with consultancies and local authorities to build strong relationships while identifying and servicing needs efficiently.