I graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2011, with a combined Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Social Sciences, before heading back for more fun times to obtain a Graduate Certificate in Work Health and Safety in 2014.
I have found my way to HR through working in industrial and employee relations in Sydney, starting at the Fair Work Commission as an associate and later working for peak employer industry associations, where I handled complex industrial relations issues daily including termination of employment, industrial disputes, and enterprise agreement negotiation.
After returning to Newcastle to start raising a family, I found myself working in HR and really enjoying the hands-on aspect of HR, building relationships with business leaders by helping to simplify HR and compliance issues so business leaders can get back to enjoying what they do best.
I specialise in industrial relations, legislative compliance and the pointy end of HR. My legal background means that I am adept at interpreting and researching legislation and case law to support and evaluate the risk profile of a business, whilst providing practical and commercially minded advice to minimise risk and disruption.
At Skildare I have worked across many sectors and industries including aged care, building, manufacturing, disability services and professional services. I also have a good understanding of the challenges. complexities and opportunities of employers in the community services sector, also informed by my volunteer position of a local not-for-profit.
When I’m not at work, I’m enjoying family time with my wife and two kids out and about, or at home I’ll be somewhere deep in my garden, in a book or on a grill.
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