Nicholas Dunn

Manager - Consultancy & Auditing | Lead Auditor

AdvDipWHS, AdvDipPM, DipQA, Lead Auditor 9001, 14001, 45001

Nic is well known and respected within our industry for his experience, expertise, and demonstrated track record for working with clients to imbed legislative, regulatory and best practice standards at both corporate and operational levels.

With a starting background in construction, Nic has gained extensive experience working on-site across a diverse range of industries, including construction, civil, renewable energy and professional services. Nic’s ability to foresee potential risk has ensured a high standard for workplace health and safety compliance onsite and has been the foundation for his success with the WHS field.  

In addition to Nic’s consultancy services, he is appointed as a Federal Safety Officer by the Australian Government Office of the Federal Safety Commissioner (OFSC) conducting audits of companies seeking accreditation and companies currently accredited under the Work Health and Safety Accreditation Scheme. Nic is also appointed in the following capacities:

• Auditor on behalf of the Northern Territory Government, Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics

• Accredited work health and Safety auditor (self-insurance) by Office of Industrial Relations Queensland

• Contract Lead Auditor for a JASANZ accredited 3rd Party Certification Body for ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001

• Auditor for Woolworths Limited – Construction division

As a key member of the management team, Nic is an integral part of our business and contributes to the continued success of QSolutions Group, our consultants, and auditors through his industry knowledge, support and guidance.

Sasha Holmes

Manager - Systems & Support Services

AdDipCSt, DipHM, DipBA

As Manager - Systems & Support Services, Sasha has demonstrated her extensive experience in high-level administration, corporate governance, stakeholder engagement, change management, development and implementation of policy and procedure, as well as people management.

In-depth experience within the mining and construction industry has enabled her to develop an understanding and knowledge of the challenges facing companies when introducing and maintaining health, safety, quality and environmental management systems. Through her involvement in driving change and behavioural development, in organisations, companies are able to ensure compliance with its legislative requirements and commitment to a best practice approach.

Sasha specialises in tender writing on behalf of clients, with a high success rate in gaining project award for clients through ensuring a professional delivery of tender applications.

Paul Duncanson

Senior Consultant | Lead Auditor | CPESC

MSSc, BAppSc, CPESC, CertIVWHS

Paul specialises in environmental consultancy and has become integral to our health and safety operations and client relations alike. Drawing from a strong background of Local, State and Federal Government agencies, Paul has a comprehensive knowledge of environmental management. Having published several papers and presented to national conferences and forums, Paul is recognised by his peers as an expert in his field.

His knowledge and understanding developed through tertiary qualifications, years of industry knowledge and research enables him to ensure that clients are fully compliant with current environmental legislation, Codes of Practice and relevant Australian Standards.

Paul is a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control and can develop a Certified Erosion and Sediment control plan for your project. Paul understands that each project is unique with its own challenges and can develop bespoke controls to meet compliance requirements.

Shannon Franks

Consultant | Lead Auditor

BOHS, BAccidForensic, DipWHS, DipQA

Shannon’s early and ongoing interest in accident forensics is the foundation to her continued success in delivering key safety consultancy and audit services to clients undertaking high-risk construction activities. Shannon’s knowledge, qualifications, analytical approach and commitment to improving safety is continuously demonstrated by her work with clients on proactively reducing risks within the workplace.

With a Bachelor of Occupational Health & Safety and a Bachelor of Accident Forensics, Shannon has gained extensive experience in the design, development and implementation of safety management systems for clients across the civil and construction sectors at private and local government levels. Through Shannon’s education, training and client portfolio at QSolutions Group, she has an in-depth knowledge of the Australian Government Office of the Federal Safety Commissioner (OFSC) Work Health and Safety Accreditation Scheme criteria and works closely with new and existing clients to review their systems, practices and provide support in implementing change to close identified non-conformances and address opportunities for improvements to ensure industry best practices.

Shannon’s professional and reliable approach along with her extensive on-site project experience in a HSEQ capacity provides clients with an invaluable skillset in navigating the complexities of legislative requirements and operational practicalities.

Madison Lowis

Consultant | Lead Auditor

DipWHS

Madison specialises in a broad range of work, health and safety (WHS) matters and has established herself as a trusted consultant within our field. Her comprehensive understanding of management systems across a wide-ranging portfolio of clients has been instrumental in the development and implementation of practical solutions for clients.

With experience in mining, health, marketing and hospitality sectors, Madison brings a multifaceted perspective to her consultancy role and tailors her approach to clients to ensure that the services delivered are aligned with the needs of the organisation. Through regular service maintenance contracts with clients, Madison drives continual improvement at all organisational levels ensuring legislative requirements, regulatory body standards and best practices are imbedded within the culture of the organisation.

Given Madison’s knowledge and understanding of management systems, Madison works closely with clients in private and government sectors across a wide range of industries such as; construction, manufacturing, civil, fire safety and security to obtain and maintain ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification, accreditation under the Australian Government Office of the Federal Safety Commissioner (OFSC) Work Health and Safety Accreditation Scheme and other compliance bodies.

Jennifer Taylor

Consultant | Lead Auditor

MSAdvProcEng, BChemEng, AdvDipWHS

Jen brings a wealth of expertise to our team with a Master of Science (Advanced Process Engineering), Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) and Advanced Diploma of WHS. Jen specialises in expert advice and guidance on compliance and has a passionate approach to her work which is represented by the strong ongoing client relationships she has built.

With prior experience in global oil and gas facilities as a Safety Engineering Consultant, and Risk Management & Safety Consultant, Jen has worked closely with client managers, HSE representatives, technical directors and content experts to compile safety reports, risk assessments and undertake studies to ensure safe practices and legislative requirements are met. Jen has a practical approach to conducting critical reviews of management systems and gaining an in-depth understanding of current client processes to navigate complex activities to implement controls that align to legislative requirements and regulatory standards.

Jen’s technical experience, practical application and ability to build rapport with clients is a key factor in her success in providing detailed gap analysis of management systems across a wide range of industries and as a contracted Lead Auditor for a JASANZ accredited 3rd Party Certification Body.

Natalie Clifton

Consultant | Auditor

DipGov, CertIVWHS, CertIVGovInv,

Natalie specialises in providing expert safety consultancy services to clients within the construction and transport industries throughout northern and western Australia. Natalie draws from her extensive knowledge and experience gained as a Workplace Health and Safety Senior Inspector for NT WorkSafe and Occupational Health and Safety Inspector Construction for WorkSafe WA across her 12-year career in government.

With an in-depth knowledge, understanding and investigation experience in compliance with legislative requirements across high-risk construction projects, Natalie assists clients in both understanding, complying and monitoring their obligations at state and federal levels. Natalie provides consultancy to clients from facilitating and leading discussions with management on safety performance, safety compliance, approach to safety and alignment with industry best practices to being appointed as the nominated HSEQ Lead / Manager for the organisation in a ongoing contracted role. Natalies firsthand experience as a government inspector enables her to successfully transition between jurisdictions, industries, changing priorities and work environments to meet client needs.

Natalie has become a key player within our team and has been an asset to QSolutions Group in servicing our clients and growing our presence throughout Northern Territory and Western Australia.

Josh Fletcher

Consultant | Auditor

BLaws, GDipLegalPrac, AdvDipWHS

Josh has an in-depth working knowledge of legislation and compliance with a Bachelor of Laws, Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Advanced Diploma in WHS and his experience as a practicing lawyer in Queensland bringing a unique blend of legal expertise and practical application in health and safety management.

With an education and understanding of legislation and the Australia legal system, Josh has a strong foundation in occupational health and safety practices, regulatory compliance and navigating the statutory frameworks to provide consultancy services across corporate and operational functions. Josh applies his knowledge to audit and map client management systems and their implementation within the workplace against relevant criteria, such as ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001. Identified gaps and findings are then delivered in a professional and practical manner that encourages stakeholders to further develop and mature their functions and transfer those findings into positive improvements.

Josh’s driven nature, confident communication style and natural leadership provides for a strong engagement with clients and their teams to effectively consult, communicate and implement change to ensure compliance across the changing legislative landscape.

Tracey Harris

Business & Systems Administrator

CertIVWHS, CertIVTAA

Tracey has a strong professional career in compliance driven roles across several industries and sectors encompassing multi-jurisdictional legislation, Australian and International Standards, regulatory body compliance and industry best practices.

With experience in compliance driven environments, Tracey works closely with the Systems & Support Services Manager and our consultants in the development of management systems for clients across a range of industries, including but not limited to the building & construction industry, civil, project management, engineering, manufacturing, transport and government sectors. Tracey has a deep appreciation and understanding on the importance of functionality when developing management systems and works with clients to implement pragmatic, fit for purpose processes that are reflective of the functions of the business.

Tracey plays a key role in QSolutions Group and is a valued team member in providing high level business administrative support and quality management functions of our business.

Shamika Pryor-Woods

Junior Consultant | RFT Services

CertIVWHS

Shamika joined QSolutions Group on completion of Year 12 and has become a valuable member of our team as a Junior Consultant and works closely with clients in maintaining their management systems.

With Shamika’s proactive approach, she has been successful in building a strong rapport with clients and continues to work closely on implementing and maintaining management systems compliant with legislative requirements, ISO certification and the Australian Government Office of the Federal Safety Commissioner (OFSC) Work Health and Safety Accreditation Scheme. Shamika continues to act in a shadowing role to our Senior Consultants including onsite inspections, safety documentation reviews, project safety startup consultation and documentation, compiling of data and capturing key information in structured reports as part of her professional growth and our commitment to fostering careers for young people in WHS.

Shamika’s pursuit of personal and professional growth has been a shining light within our team, and we are confident that her continued growth will see her further succeed in her career in WHS.

Harrison Hickmott

Junior Consultant | RFT Services

CertIVWHS (Studying)

Harrison Hickmott’s profile coming soon.