Executive Overview
20 years+ experience working across all facets of HR as a key business partner. Currently Executive General Manager Human Resources at Downer NZ. Prior roles include GM Human Resources at Public Trust during a major business transformation, developing a customer-centred and performance-focused culture and building capability required for the future. Previously was Group Human Resources Director for Telecom NZ one of NZ's largest listed companies and led through a major transformation period including the demerger of Telecom into two top 10 listed entities. Areas of specialty include Executive leadership, HR strategy, organisational development, leadership development, culture development, change management, remuneration and talent management.
Career Timeline
- DownerCurrentMay 2015–Present· 11 yrs 4 mos
- Chief People OfficerCurrentFeb 2023–Present
- Executive General Manager Human ResourcesMay 2015–Mar 2023
- Nov 2013–May 2015· 1 yr 6 mos
- General Manager, Human ResourcesNov 2013–May 2015
- Apr 2011–Dec 2012· 1 yr 8 mos
- Group Director, Human ResourcesApr 2011–Dec 2012
- 1998–2011· 13 yrs
- GM Human Resources, Retail2009–2011
- Group General Manager HR2008–2009
- GM Remuneration, Organisational Development & Human Capital1998–2008
Education
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Physiology
Victoria University of WellingtonHigh School
Mamaroneck High School, Mamaroneck, New YorkHuman Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Massey University