The Safety Solutions WA team are all qualified and competent safety professions from a variety of backgrounds, specialties and all with valuable years of experience.
Prior to engaging us and assigning any of our consultants to you, Safety Solutions WA will discuss and clearly identify your requirements with you and then assign the most suitable team member to be able to hit the ground running and effectively work with your business.
Our team have had successfully provided services within a wide range of organisations such as construction and associated trades, electrical industry, training and educational facilities, office environments and service providers, manufacturing, oil/gas, marine, mining, waste water, rail, civils, not for profit associations, primary industries and hospitality industries.
Director and Founder
Graeme is an experienced and passionate safety professional with expertise in risk assessment and management, WHS inspections/audits, and incident investigations.
Prior to establishing Safety Solutions WA in 2010, Graeme was a WorkSafe WA Inspector and a Detective in the WA Police Force, as well as working in safety roles in the private sector.
His experience in WHS covers multiple industries, as Safety Solutions WA’s clients cover everything from small family-owned businesses, to large corporations and Government Departments.
Graeme takes the leadership role and shares his knowledge and experiences with his team to provide the best working experience for them as he possibly can, in order for them to help make our clients’ workplaces safer.
In his spare time, Graeme’s a boatie (from which he fishes/dives / surfs), loves travelling and cooking and has two kids that he says are growing up way too quickly!
When growing up, he wanted to be a Marine Biologist and spend his life travelling the world diving.
Operations Manager
Bree keeps track of our client’s and team’s schedules, staff training, mentoring and quality assurance of Safety Solutions WA’s deliverables.
She has broad WHS experience, having worked within the manufacturing, primary industry, hospitality, construction, landscaping, aged care, educational, arts and facilities management sectors.
Bree is a cool nerd (the Star Wars, gaming kind of nerd) but also loves the outdoors.
The favourite project Bree’s worked on is the refurbishment of the WA State Mortuary and enjoys working within the construction space over most other industries.
In her spare time, Bree gets outdoors with her family, and enjoys reading (fiction novels and graphic novels), gaming, making and wearing cosplay outfits, travelling and cooking.
If she wasn’t keeping the reigns in control of our team, Bree would have liked to have been a Doctor.
Business Development Manager
Brandon engages with new and existing clients, building relationships and developing proposals.
With a diverse background ranging from HSEQ Support to General Manager roles across various sectors, he has developed a comprehensive skillset in safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. Brandon’s expertise is demonstrated through his adeptness in developing and implementing WHS systems, and his experience in conducting thorough audits that encompass safety legislation, design practicality, and methodology assessments. His proactive approach in leading safety training initiatives is underpinned by a commitment to cultivating a safe and productive work environment.
Brandon is particularly motivated by opportunities to foster change in workplace culture, driving growth, adaptation, innovation and support for a mentally and physically healthy and safety-conscious environment.
Outside of his professional realm, Brandon is a creator at heart, with a deep passion for art, photography, 3D design and building projects. He relishes the challenge of designing and constructing a variety of projects, from artistic installations to functional items, guided by a philosophy of creative iteration and optimal functionality. An avid reader, he has a keen interest in psychology and personal development, showcasing his dedication to continual learning and growth.
As a child, Brandon was drawn to the magic of cinematography and the precision of engineering design, envisioning a career that intertwined creativity with technical ingenuity.
WHS Consultant
Lucy has a comprehensive background spanning different areas of consulting, the disability sector, the construction industry, retail and occupational hygiene works, including extensive experience in mould, fire, and sewerage remediation and testing, as well as disaster restoration.
Having worked in Queensland, South Australia, and Perth, she has developed a nuanced understanding of regional safety regulations and best practices, enabling her to tailor solutions that meet the specific needs of each environment.
Lucy thrives on collaboration and finds joy in working alongside diverse teams across different industries. Her passion lies in fostering a safety culture change within organisations, and she takes pride in bringing teams together to understand and drive this essential transformation.
Beyond her professional endeavours, Lucy enjoys exploring the great outdoors. Whether it’s taking the caravan out for a weekend getaway, embarking on a challenging hike, or firing up the BBQ. She is also an avid photographer, capturing moments both on land and from the sky with her drone.
Lucy is a dedicated sports enthusiast; she particularly enjoys watching AFL and cricket but will watch any sport she can. She is a proud GWS supporter and the Crows in AFLW.
WHS Consultant
Clarissa has a strong background in mining and farming as well as construction, manufacturing, healthcare, education and hospitality.
Clarissa is a passionate, insightful and honest worker. Her caring and thoughtful nature shines through when she is working with clients to guide them through their WHS issues to find reasonable and practicable solutions.
Favourite projects of Clarissa’s have been working in the Kimberley and with the WA Museum.
When Clarissa is outside of work, she enjoys catching up with friends, date nights with her husband, shopping, massages, roller skating and spring cleaning.
When Clarissa was younger, she wanted to be an Accountant or Vet.
WHS Consultant
Eryn has many years of experience in mining and maritime/defence/construction. Prior to these industries, she worked in several different fields which have taught her many skills that she can transfer to any client setting she works in.
Eryn has an exceptional ability to see a situation from several angles. She is helpful, perceptive, diplomatic, idealistic and has a wicked sense of humour.
Eryn enjoys upgrading existing systems to make them easier for clients to implement, and to improve efficiency and usability. If developing a new system from scratch, she strives to build the system to be user-friendly and workable for the client. Eryn has a strong passion to understand the client, their expectations and wants and delivering what they asked for, and beyond with other aspects, the client didn’t know they needed however would assist them to excel with their WHS.
When Eryn isn’t at work, she loves to have adventures with her family – making forts, swimming, and ice skating. Eryn also loves to create – paint, and tie-dye. Eryn likes to potter in the garden, read, and work on personal improvement and philosophizing.
When Eryn was growing up, she wanted to be a lawyer, teacher and singer (all at the same time – even when young, she was very ambitious).
WHS Consultant
With a dynamic background spanning over 15 years in health and safety, Jo Kelly is an invaluable asset to our team as a WHS Consultant. Jo’s expertise covers a wide range of industries, including hospitality, retail, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, education, and care. Her ability to adapt and communicate effectively makes her not just a consultant, but a relatable partner to our clients. Jo’s hands-on approach and keen attention to detail in reviewing and developing documentation to suit specific workplace environments and cultures have been pivotal in fostering a positive WHS culture across various business types.
A career highlight for Jo was the successful transition from the UK to Australia, a testament to her adaptable nature and deep understanding of WHS in diverse contexts. She thrives on seeing the tangible progress and heightened engagement of clients, driven by the solid relationships she builds with them.
Always looking to grow, Jo is excited about further training to expand her expertise. Outside of her professional life, she is a family person at heart, cherishing time spent exploring Australia’s wonders with her husband and two young children. Her ideal moments involve family time, enjoying drinks with friends and peaceful spots where she can watch dolphins, reflecting her appreciation for life’s simple pleasures.
Jo’s approach to life and work is encapsulated in her philosophy: “I prefer trying and potentially regretting, than regretting not trying.”
WHS Consultant
Nicola has experience in the private and public sectors. Some of these have been around civil construction (roads), defence, disability services, construction, and the legal sector. Nicola has worked in and consulted with multi-site and multi-state organisations across varying industries.
Nicola is compassionate, open-minded and solutions focused. Her honest and practicable approach means that she brings all options to the table and collaborates with the client to assist them to come to a usable solution to their WHS.
One of Nicola’s favourite projects has been the Armadale Court and Police Complex. Nicola started on the project when the dirt was freshly turned. Nicola feels lucky enough to still be auditing that project as it nears completion. Nicola has enjoyed seeing all stages of the project and the various risks that come with each of those.
Nicola spends most of her spare time is spent with her family – her husband and 3 boys. They love camping, getting away in their caravan and exploring the beauty of Western Australia and beyond into the rest of Australia. Nicola also loves getting out on her paddle board whenever she can.
Nicola is a huge fan of Jungle Body. Nicola loves any exercise that’s disguised as dancing to great music. She always leaves the class smiling.
Nicola also loves the footy “Go the Dockers!”
When Nicola was growing up, she wanted to be an equestrian horse rider, rock star, chef, psychologist and midwife.
WHS Consultant
Josh comes to us as a Navy Veteran with experience in communication and fibre optics. Josh also has experience in sports and events, civils and construction.
Josh is easily approachable and communicative with the ability to be straight to the point with issues that require hard decisions and thought. Josh has the unique ability to strip back the cover of a situation and bring out the root cause to find a reasonable and practicable solution for the client.
Josh’s favourite projects he has worked on to date have been a large Synergy Kwinana Project and the refurbishment of the Karrinyup Shopping Centre.
Josh enjoys the variety in consulting – the ability to walk into a business and change perspective, educate people, and improve safety culture by making sure that people know how to be safe in the workplace.
Josh is our other nerd in the team – Mediaeval Swordplay, Dungeons and Dragons, and tabletop gaming. He also plays ice hockey and is an amateur writer.
Josh also enjoys spending time with his two girls.
As a kid, Josh has always wanted to join the military, a dream he followed. Now if money was not an option, or he wins the lotto, he would go back to school to become a lawyer.
Safety Solutions WA are a Western Australian based workplace health and safety consultancy that believes in effective and hassle free safety management.
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