Industry Engagement Team

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

I have lived in the Darling Downs for over 20 years and have developed a strong connection to the local community. My background spans operational roles within the landscaping sector and workforce development roles across training and employment programs. Through this experience, I have worked closely with businesses, job seekers, and training stakeholders, giving me a genuine understanding of industry needs and the pathways that support people to build sustainable careers. I am passionate about connecting people with opportunities, supporting skills development, and helping industry strengthen its workforce for the future.

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

My passion is helping people discover their interests and connect with training and career pathways that suit them. I enjoy supporting individuals at all stages of their journey while also working with construction-related businesses, particularly small and family owned operations, to build skilled, job ready teams. I value strong connections between people, training, and industry to support a capable and sustainable workforce.

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

I have been working in and around the construction industry for over 15 years now and have been fortunate enough to be working in and being involved with several roles that predominately support and engage all areas of construction from attraction, retention, upskilling/training and mentoring.

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

My passion stems from having been exposed to trade training from a young age, my earliest memory of being exposed to education in this space is having dinner with my sister underneath my dad’s desk where we set up a fort in his office while he was teaching a night class at the local trade college. Later in my career I, myself, moved into building, growing and managing the school programs for a trade college. My focus is training, upskilling and supporting the education and connection piece of the construction industry.

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

On a personal level, I have a strong connection to the construction industry. My husband is a qualified carpenter who has progressed into a Construction Management role looking after multiple projects both residential and commercial. I grew up in a family immersed in the industry, with my father working as a builder. These experiences have given me a genuine appreciation of the opportunities, challenges, and importance of developing a skilled construction workforce. Professionally, I also bring 19 years of experience with TAFE Queensland, where I worked closely with industry, employers, apprentices, and training providers across a range of vocational education and training programs. This experience has provided me with a deep understanding of the skills and workforce needs of the sector, as well as the critical role that training and industry collaboration play in developing a capable and sustainable workforce.

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

In my role with CSQ, I am particularly focused on strengthening industry engagement, promoting pathways into construction careers, and helping address current and future workforce and skills needs across the regions I support.

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

I have enjoyed working within Queensland’s construction industry for over twenty years and initially found my start as a fitter and turner. Since then, I have enjoyed a broad range of roles and my most recent experience has focused solely on construction training (in particular, qualifications and short courses).

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

As a tradesperson, I have always seen the advantages of upskilling and now, in my current role, I am able to assist individuals in taking a step forward in their training journey. The Brisbane region provides so many opportunities for small to medium business and my passion is to help facilitate the training that the industry needs.

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

I have lived on the Gold Coast for nearly 15 years and have seen instrumental growth in the construction industry over this time. I worked in the education space for most of my life in a number of roles from early childhood educator through to business development for trades for a major RTOs. Through my years in the education space, I have developed a passion to assist new entrants to follow their dreams and established workers to develop more skills. I also enjoy helping businesses to understand their workforce capability and designing a plan to make the most out of their team.

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

I love to see people of all ages find their passion and develop themselves from a new entrant to a leader within their chosen field. I find chatting with people face to face, developing a rapport with them, gives them a go-to person within the industry where they feel comfortable to ask questions and gather the information they need. I am confident the building and construction industry is in a growth phase and hope that working with construction businesses to upskill their workforce, will place them in a good position to tackle what lies ahead. I hope to provide workforce solutions to businesses of all sizes from the one-man band to tier 1 companies.

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

I have been around the industry for 20 years in several different roles. My time in the sector has been primarily spent developing relationships with businesses and manufacturers to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes. My experience in the industry has ranged from territory/region management to delivering technical training and support for businesses and consumers. Construction, maintenance, training, and technical support have been the corner stones of my career and have allowed me to develop a keen interest in the future of opportunities in construction.

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

I am passionate about partnering with businesses to develop opportunities in the marketplace. Innovation and agility are key to maintaining direction in the current world of construction, and I believe that starts with having the right training and development. The construction sector can be a complex and rewarding industry, and I have always taken pride in supporting businesses and consumers to better outcomes. Together, we can build a stronger future in construction.

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

My journey in the construction industry began over 32 years ago as an apprentice bricklayer in the UK. I migrated to Australia in 2006 with my skills and experience, contracting to builders around Queensland. An upskilling opportunity funded by CSQ provided me with a pathway into the training industry, where for the past 10 years I have been passing on my knowledge of building and construction to others. Through both my Stakeholder and Industry engagements I have been able to not only attract people to the industry but assist with training, mentoring and coaching, resulting in great outcomes for the construction industry.

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

I really enjoy helping others to succeed. Connecting with industry and building relationships across Stakeholders employers and apprentices, enables me to provide guidance to those wishing to undertake a career within the construction industry. I enjoy helping businesses to grow whilst working in an environment of ongoing change and continuous improvement, enables me to contribute back to an industry that has served me well.

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

A trade qualified Licensed Plumber, I have enjoyed working in and around the construction industry for over 20 years. In this time I have seen many changes in the industry which requires workers to regularly undertake training and upskilling to maintain currency in their field. For the last 15 years, I have been working in the RTO / GTO sector where I have developed a passion for assisting business owners and their staff to grow their careers and personal development

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

The identification of training needs and support available to workers in the construction industry. I like to assist others to maintain a high level of skills and quality of work whilst maintaining safety in the workplace.

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

Like many who work in construction, I’ve had a varied career across multiple industries including retail, construction, automotive, marine, and vocational training before joining CSQ. These experiences have given me a unique perspective of the industry, having worked as an employee, employer, and within training delivery. I’ve also held roles in HR and Work Health & Safety, which deepened my understanding of workforce needs and the importance of building strong, safe, and skilled teams. This breadth of experience has shaped me into a well-rounded and genuine professional, committed to supporting both industry and workforce development.

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

I am passionate about connecting people with opportunities, growing the workforce, and opening doors to possibilities they may never have considered. The construction industry offers such a wide range of careers and lifelong skills, and I love being part of the journey where people discover, grow, and thrive. My focus is on creating meaningful connections between industry, training providers, and individuals, helping to ensure a sustainable pipeline of skilled workers for the future.

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

I have devoted my entire career working in the vocational education and training sector. My primary focus has been to help businesses and individuals find the best training solutions to suit their needs. Sometimes the industry can be challenging but I find it to be very rewarding.

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

I am focused on encouraging and supporting the local building and construction industry to invest in skills and training for the future which will ensure we have a skilled workforce to deliver significant projects in the region. I believe an apprenticeship or traineeship provides an ideal pathway to employment. As a former trainee myself, I have experienced first-hand the opportunities and benefits the program created for me.

Relationship with the construction and / or training industry

I bring a lifelong connection to the construction industry, beginning with my family’s civil construction business and evolving into leadership roles across civil, mining, and vocational education and training. This journey has provided me with a comprehensive understanding of industry operations, workforce challenges, and the transformative impact of skills development. At CSQ, I am able to integrate this breadth of experience with a strategic focus on strengthening Queensland’s construction workforce and ensuring the industry remains resilient and future ready.

What is your construction and / or training industry focus / passion

My focus is on driving sustainable workforce capability across the construction sector through targeted engagement, skills development, and strategic partnerships. I am passionate about enabling small and medium enterprises to build stronger businesses, while also ensuring communities benefit from meaningful employment and training pathways. I believe in leading with integrity, collaboration, and foresight, delivering initiatives that not only respond to current industry needs but also shape the future of Queensland’s construction workforce.