Experienced PIRSA Case Manager, adept in relationship management, and the application of science to problems. Excelled in securing contracts at Significance International P/L, showcasing problem-solving prowess and industry knowledge. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and achieving significant project outcomes, with a flair for collaborative interactions and content writing.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager
PIRSA via RANDSTAD Recruitment
Adelaide City / Gilles Plains, SA
10.2024 - Current
Engage directly with producers at impacted locations.
Ensure timely and effective support.
Tailor and disseminate relevant technical, operational and scientific advice.
Work collaboratively with key stakeholders.
Provide fieldwork and field staff inputs as required by Operations Manager.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics and standards.
Compile reports on cases and submitted them to supervisors as required.
Analyze legislation, regulations, data or rule changes to determine impact of services.
Maintain logs and electronic client records following department and agency policies for effective monitoring.
Senior Consultant
Significance International P/L
Canberra, Australia
09.2010 - Current
Secure contracts across various heritage sectors for both individual and team projects.
Manage editing operations along with budgeting, contract execution, and timeline alignment.
Monitor compliance with global standards.
Expertise in evaluating risk and significance of projects.
Streamline functions of both national and global organizations in cultural and scientific sectors.
Advise on the formulation of international heritage policies across various countries.
Development Officer
Collections Council of Australia
Adelaide, Australia
09.2005 - 06.2010
Drafted and collated agendas, papers, policies, reports and talking points for a distributed national Board of industry and cultural organisation CEO's within tight deadlines.
Safeguarded sensitive information while aligning processes with company director roles and governance frameworks.
Developed proposals for projects, secured Board approvals, and coordinated and communicated approved projects as directed
Built partnerships and networks with relevant external bodies and individuals
Made presentations to local through to national events and wrote according to format and audience
Managed all unpaid workers, co-selected and co-managed paid workers
Contributed to the effective operation of a small team to deliver the organisation's objectives
Administration sharing, in-state and interstate event running, website, and database co-establishment (Microsoft platform).
Scientifically treated paper-based collection items to improve interpretation and sustainability
Generated and maintained accurate, objective and detailed object records
Trained junior staff and volunteers in preventive conservation in Integrated Pest Management (IPM), use of inert materials, delicate handling
Designed and led the Australian National Maritime Museum's 'Archival Housing Project'
Published peer-reviewed articles and presented at national and international conferences on materials and water test methods and findings
Co-taught corrosion science to Higher School Certificate chemistry students
Developed storylines, sourced and negotiated objects and graphics, drafted labels and installed introductory exhibition for the multi-disciplinary Powerhouse Museum
Education
PhD - Weaving a Wicked Discourse: the (mis)framing of Australian Government heritage and sustainability policy
Australian National University
Canberra
02.2022
Master of Applied Science - Materials Conservation and Collection Management
Western Sydney University
Sydney
12.2003
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Prehistory/Archaeology, Anthropology, History, European languages
Australian National University
Canberra
12.1984
Skills
Relationship and Stakeholder Management
Collaborative interactions
Industry knowledge
Problem-solving and timely result delivery
Scientific method and data-interpretive capabilities
GIS Analyst at Primary Industry and Region of South Australia (PIRSA), Adelaide, South AustraliaGIS Analyst at Primary Industry and Region of South Australia (PIRSA), Adelaide, South Australia