Contract No. HRS2015 Human Resource (HR) and Investigation Services · · 2018-05-08Human...

Contract No. HRS2015 Human Resource (HR) and Investigation Services Expires: 31 December 2019

CONTRACTOR PROFILES Category 3: HR Investigations

CONTRACT MANAGER Meg Herbert Government Procurement Department of Finance Optima Centre 16 Parkland Road OSBORNE PARK WA 6017 Tel: (08) 6551 1349 Email: [email protected] Last updated: 23 May 2018 Document No: 01701711[v2]

Postal Address: Government Procurement Department of Finance Locked Bag 11, Cloisters Square, Perth WA 6850

mailto:[email protected]

CUAHRS2015 – Category 3 – HR Investigations

Contents Applied Innovation Centre Pty Ltd ................................................................... 3

Applied Integrity Solutions ............................................................................... 5

Australia Wide Investigations Pty Ltd ............................................................... 7

Behaviour Matters ............................................................................................ 9

Beilby Consulting ........................................................................................... 10

Brennan and Associates ................................................................................ 12

Burgess and Sons Consulting ........................................................................ 14

CXC Corporate Services Pty Ltd ................................................................... 15

Emergency Support Network Pty Ltd ............................................................. 17

Gold Security Group (International) Pty Ltd ................................................... 19

Heelan and Co Industrial Relations and Management ................................... 21

Ian Flack Consultancy.................................................................................... 23

INVISION Investigations & Consulting ........................................................... 24

John McKenna & Associates ......................................................................... 26

Meridian Services .......................................................................................... 28

Monark Business Consultants Pty Ltd ........................................................... 29

Nella Global Solutions Pty Ltd ....................................................................... 31

Nyaania Consulting ........................................................................................ 33

SWY Consulting ............................................................................................. 36

The Futures Group ........................................................................................ 38

Verifact Pty Ltd .............................................................................................. 40

WISE Workplace ............................................................................................ 42

Workplace Management Network .................................................................. 44

Zambotti Consulting ....................................................................................... 46


Applied Innovation Centre Pty Ltd ACN 108 934 069 ABN 46 108 934 069

Contractor Details Contact Name Peter Newman Direct Telephone 0409 113845

Postal Address 4 Acer Glen, DUNCRAIG WA 6023 Reception Telephone

9448 1301

Street Address 4 Acer Glen, DUNCRAIG WA 6023 Facsimile 9262 3423

Email [email protected] Accepts P-Card Yes

Website www.appliedinnovation.com.au Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Contractor Profile Areas of performance/investigative management include:

• Advice on process in relation to matters under Part 5 of the PS Management Act 1994.

• Dealing with substandard performance.

• Assisting with the management of grievances between employees and manager and employees. This ranges from proving mediation services to conducting formal investigations for grievances that have progressed past the mediation stage.

• Undertaking disciplinary investigations where employees have breached the organisation’s code of conduct and more serious offences.

The principal is Peter Newman who has worked in a range of specialist areas of Government including the WA Government Functional Review, general management consultancy (internal and external to the public sector), human resource management, industrial relations, training and development, information technology and management review and audit).

Murray Orrell was a member of the Senior Executive Service prior to leaving the service. He has worked in a range of specialist areas of Government including human resource management, industrial relations, training and development, information technology and management audit.

John Newman who has worked in the IT, Training and Health sectors and in addition to his investigation qualification is qualified in Quality Management.

Keith Chilvers is an experience investigator and trainer in investigation processes. He was also a former Manager, HR at the RAC where he performed many performance investigations.

Ian Edwards was the Director of Professional Standards and Conduct at Curtin University. His work at the Public Sector Commission has given him a detailed knowledge of the Public Sector Management Act and related discipline processes.

Consultant Details Name Qualifications Experience Level

Peter Newman Bachelor of Economics and Diploma in Public Administration Certificate IV in Government Investigation Certificate III in Investigative Services Inquiry Agent Investigator’s License No. 38017

1

John Newman BSc, Grad Dip SC Ed, Cert III Quality Management, Cert III Investigative Services Investigator’s Licence 40359

1

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http://www.appliedinnovation.com.au/


Applied Innovation Centre Pty Ltd ACN 108 934 069 ABN 46 108 934 069

Name Qualifications Experience Level Ian Edwards Grad Cert in Public Sector Management Cert IV Govt

Investigations Cert III Investigative Services Investigator Licence 48411

1

Keith Chilvers Cert III Investigative Services. Master’s Degree in Business (Human Resource Management) Grad Dip Human Resource Management and Development Cert III Investigative Services, Chartered Member of the Australian Human Resources Institute, and an Associate Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management. Cert III Investigative Services

1

Murray Orrell

Bachelor of Arts and Diploma in Public Administration Certificate IV in Government Investigation Certificate III in Investigative Services Inquiry Agent No. 37858 Investigator’s Licence

1

Previous Experience in Category Name of Client Description of Service Provided

Department of Culture and the Arts [email protected]

Discipline and two grievance investigations



Applied Integrity Solutions ABN 70 482 869 171

Contractor Details Contact Name Shayne Sherman Direct Telephone 0433 154175

Postal Address PO Box 7301, Karawara WA 6152 Accepts P-Card Yes

Street Address 15 Glasnevin Court, Waterford WA 6152

Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Email [email protected]

Website www.appliedintegrity.com.au

Contractor Profile BREADTH OF ASSIGNMENTS

• Workplace fact finding and disciplinary investigations into staff conduct including allegations involving: fraud, theft, conflict of interest, release of confidential information, misuse of computer systems, assault, grievances, bullying and Public Interest Disclosure matters;

• Public sector misconduct and corruption inquiries in NSW and WA; • Local government investigations in NSW and WA; • Restructure and capacity building of investigation and complaint management functions; • Establishment of a compliance investigation function and unit within the WA mining sector; • OHS, root cause analysis and criminal investigation into a major offshore infrastructure

incident; and • Creation and management of complaint management systems.

EXPERIENCE

Shayne has been involved in public sector investigations for over 30 years in the Commonwealth, NSW and WA public sectors. He has worked for 15 years in oversight agencies in NSW and WA. He has held investigation management positions in a number of WA public sector agencies. He has worked in the following organisations:

• Department of Health as the Assistant Director Ethical Standards; • Department of Industry and Resources as the Manager Investigations; • WA Ombudsman as the Assistant WA Ombudsman; • Department of Education and Training as the Corruption Prevention consultant; • Anti-Corruption Commission as a Chief Investigator and Manager Complaints; • Independent Commission Against Corruption as a Senior Investigator; and • Australian Customs Service as a Customs Officer and Investigator.


Shayne Sherman - Investigator Licence IN40294

Master of Security Management; Graduate Certificate in Public Sector Management; Diplomas of Government – Investigation and Fraud Control; Australian Federal Police - Financial and Advanced Investigator courses; Certificates IV in Government - Investigation and Fraud Control; Certificate III in Investigation Services.

Level 1 (30yrs+)



http://www.appliedintegrity.com.au/


Applied Integrity Solutions ABN 70 482 869 171


[email protected] Director People Strategy and Performance, Department of Finance

Breach of Discipline investigations (PSM Act).

[email protected] Manager Governance, City of Stirling

Fact finding investigations (Local Government Regulations and Code of Conduct).

[email protected] Business Manager, Public Transport Authority

Fact finding investigation.

[email protected] Human Resource Manager, WA Health

Preliminary Assessment and Breach of Discipline investigations (Common Law).






Australia Wide Investigations Pty Ltd ACN 009 328 965 ABN 85 009 328 965

Contractor Details Contact Name Tony Rompotis or Joe Baskwell Direct Telephone 9345 1570

Postal Address Po Box 17 Osborne Park, WA 6917 Reception Telephone 9345 1570

Street Address First Floor, 211 Main Street, Osborne Park WA 6017

Facsimile 9345 1424

Email [email protected] [email protected]

Accepts P-Card Yes

Website www.awipl.com.au Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Contractor Profile Australia Wide Investigations (AWI) is a leading professional investigations company with over thirty years of experience in WA. We undertake investigations in relation to complaints and allegations of disciplinary breaches, including claims of discrimination, bullying and harassment, inappropriate workplace conduct, theft and corruption. Our client-oriented approach differentiates us from other companies. Our focus is on developing innovative strategies tailored to our client’s requirements to ensure optimal results and client satisfaction. Each of our investigators has a thorough understanding of the Public Sector Management Act and the Codes of Conduct relevant to the agencies within the Sector. We are recognised for our experience in dispute resolution and in the provision of consultancy and value added services.

AWI conduct investigations with appropriate transparency. Our investigators provide a fair and unbiased assessment of the issues. We ensure that all parties are given an adequate opportunity to state their case and we conduct our investigations objectively with integrity, procedural fairness and confidentiality. We are discreet and mindful of sensitivities within a workplace. AWI management is dedicated to operating and maintaining a Quality Management System (QMS). Our QMS comprises of plans, policies, and procedures that cover every aspect of our operation. We believe in continuous improvement which encompasses all aspects of the delivery of service. Our commitment to quality, integrity, communication and training form the framework for delivering excellent value for money customer service.

As a long term panel member of CUA Contract, we have conducted disciplinary and grievance investigations for various Government agencies including the Departments of the Premier and Cabinet, Corruption and Crime Commission, WAPOL, Attorney General, Treasury and Finance, Water, Disability Services Commission, Department of Health, Housing, Transport, Child Protection, Education, Mines and Petroleum, Corrective Services, Environment and Conservation; Fire and Emergency Services, and TAFE Colleges.

We have performed multiple investigations for many of the agencies listed above, which highlights the quality of our services, our ability to get results and a consistently high level of customer satisfaction. All investigations are carried out by highly qualified licensed investigators who have held investigative roles in the federal and state public sector, and the legal profession. At AWI, all our investigations are conducted to the highest standard, robust enough to withstand independent scrutiny and judicial review.




http://www.awipl.com.au/


Australia Wide Investigations Pty Ltd ACN 009 328 965 ABN 85 009 328 965

Consultant Details

Name Qualifications Experience Level

Joe Baskwell Licensed Investigator, Cert. III Investigation Services, Cert. IV Government Investigations & Cert. IV Government Fraud Control. Former Conciliation and Review Officer with WA Public Sector Commission

1

Ian Edwards Licensed Investigator, Cert. III Investigation Services & Cert. IV Government Investigations.

1

Haydn Dixon Licensed Investigator, Bachelor of Law – UWA (LL.B), Cert. III Investigations Services.

1

Don Brown Licensed Investigator, Cert III Investigation Services, Cert. IV Government Investigations & Cert. IV Government Fraud Control.

1

Danny Tampalini Licensed Investigator, Cert III Investigation Services, Cert IV Government Investigations & Cert. IV Government Fraud Control.

1

Tony Rompotis Licensed Investigator, Inquiry Agents License, Cert III Investigation Services, Cert IV Government Fraud Control

1


Dept. of Transport [email protected]

Unsatisfactory performance reviews, misconduct, grievances

South Metropolitan Health Service [email protected]

Suspected misconduct, grievances




Behaviour Matters ABN 19 317 421 797

Contractor Details Contact Name Barbara Abbott Direct Telephone 0438 336 762

Postal Address 13 Lacey Street, PERTH WA 6000 Reception Telephone

(08) 93286164

Street Address 13 Lacey Street, PERTH WA 6000 Accepts P-Card No

Email [email protected] Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Website www.Behaviourmatters.com.au

Contractor Profile Barbara Abbott has more than twenty years of experience in workplace investigations and reporting. Barbara has knowledge and experience in equal opportunity and workplace bullying. Her strengths are in investigations and reporting on grievances and disciplinary matters. Barbara has a background in education, human resource management and organisational development. She has broad public sector experience with includes work with Public Sector Standards, Equal Opportunity Commission and Public Sector Ethics. Behaviour matters are a small organisation with strong principles supporting natural justice, procedural fairness and due process. The business has excellent systems for maintaining quality and timely delivery of completed work. Additional information is available on Behaviour matters’ website.


Barbara Abbott DipTeach, BEd, PGradDipBus(HRM/D) Certificate III Investigations

1


Department of Education [email protected]

Review of workplace conduct disrupting a group of staff

Department of Corrective Services [email protected]

A number of grievances, in one location, claiming workplace bullying

Department of Transport [email protected]

Disciplinary investigation related to employee behaviour

Insurance Commission of WA [email protected]

Staff grievance investigation


http://www.behaviourmatters.com.au/



mailto:%[email protected]



Beilby Consulting ACN 097 109 012 ABN 91 097 109 012

Contractor Details Contact Name Denise Wetherall Direct Telephone 08 9323 8816

Postal / Street Address

Level 1, 79 Hay Street, Subiaco WA 6008

Reception Telephone

08 9323 8888


Website www.beilby.com.au Licensed Investigators Available

No

Contractor Profile Beilby’s consultants are experienced in conducting a range of HR investigations and have held high-level strategic and operational management roles in the public and private sector. They are familiar with the Public Sector Management Act (1994) and all relevant legislation within the remit of managing a public sector organisation.

The team of Investigators, Alby Huts and Adrian Robinson have held investigations of a formal nature in relation to s.79 sub-standard performance and of a formal disciplinary nature and s.80, s81 of the Public Sector Management Act (1994). Adrian has overseen the representation of matters in the WA Industrial Relations Commission and both consultants are well versed in conducting and overseeing investigations into grievances, misconduct, equal employment opportunity, misappropriation of financial expenditure, workers’ compensation investigations and all other matters pertaining to legislation whether it be matters that can be managed by a public sector agency or matters that must be managed by the Corruption and Crime Commission.

Consultant Details


Adrian Robinson • Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management • General Diploma in Business Studies • Master of Human Resource Management

1

Louise Logan • Post-graduate Diploma of Education • Bachelor of Arts (Hons in Psychology)

1



http://www.beilby.com.au/


Beilby Consulting ACN 097 109 012 ABN 91 097 109 012


Clients:

Department of Corrective Services, Department of Education,

WA Industrial Relations Commission

Referee for Alby Huts [email protected]

Referee for Adrian Robinson [email protected]

• Investigations into serious misconduct often leading to termination of employment and individuals subsequently charged by the WA Police.

• Managing complaints for schools in the district including liaison with Principals, staff, parents, legal advisors, confirmation of relevant Education Act and Regulations, generation of response letters and phone calls in relation to complaint to resolution.

• Workforce management

• Management of Breach of Standards Claims.

• Staff conduct

• Complaints management

• Local grievance management investigative fact-finds to more complex potential misconduct / disciplinary investigations.

• Representing organisations as a witness in the WA Industrial Relations Commission, the Equal Opportunity Commission, WorkCover Conciliations / Arbitrations and other formal jurisdictions.

• Representing organisations in Court.




Brennan and Associates ACN 009 327 691 ABN 79 009 327 691

Contractor Details Contact Name Simon Smith Direct

Telephone 0420 422 711

Postal Address PO Box 105 Belmont WA 6984

Reception Telephone

08 9475 0355

Street Address Unit 26/63 Knutsford Avenue Rivervale WA 6103

Facsimile 08 9477 2985


Website www.brennaninvestigations.com Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Contractor Profile

Brennan and Associates is a licenced investigation company that has been providing professional services to Insurance, Corporate, Government and Private sector clients for over 29 years. We have conducted over 14,000 investigations to date, and are known as one of the most reliable and experienced licenced investigation firms in Western Australia. Full details of our range of services can be found at www.brennaninvestigations.com. Our Workplace Investigation Team is headed by our Workplace Investigation Services Director, Simon Smith. Having spent 8 years as Assistant Director Complex Investigations at the Commonwealth Government Fair Work Ombudsman, Simon is a highly experienced investigator specialising in workplace conflict, bullying, harassment, misconduct, breach of discipline, grievances, underperformance, discrimination, coercion, duress, denial of entitlements, unlawful industrial action, sham contracting, misclassification of employment status, unfair dismissal, unlawful termination, adverse action and general fact finding investigations. He is also skilled in contemporary investigative interviewing techniques having trained as a trainer with Charles Sturt University in the delivery of Cognitive and PEACE model investigative interviewing for government investigations. With his prior experience, Simon understands the pressure faced by compliance managers and is totally committed to providing a high quality, professional and timely service to assist in meeting investigational standards and deadlines. Our investigation team consists of male and female licenced investigators who all have extensive knowledge in the conduct of workplace investigations, so we are able to cater for occasions where, due to the circumstances, a female investigator is considered to be more appropriate to conduct the investigation.

To enable our clients to select the most cost effective investigative solution, we offer a full range of investigative services that can be tailored to suit individual needs. Having agreed the terms of engagement and scope of the investigation, we will manage the investigation process, provide regular client updates and deliver a clear, concise investigation report with defensible findings based upon facts that are supported by the evidence obtained. Continue on next page.

Skilled Investigators, Tailored Packages, Quality Investigation Products, Office Support

Complaint Assessment, Full & Assisted Investigations, Grievances, Underperformance, PID, Fact Finding

Professional, Impartial, Factual, Accountable, Evidence Based Outcomes, 100% Customer Satisfaction


http://www.brennaninvestigations.com/


Brennan and Associates ACN 009 327 691 ABN 79 009 327 691

Consultant Details


Simon Smith Diploma of Government (Investigation), Cert III Investigative Services

1

Adrian Claxton Cert IV Government (Investigation), Cert III Investigative Services

1

Alison Robinson Cert III Investigative Services, Post Grad Diploma in Management Studies

1

Emma-Jane Body Admitted as a Solicitor in the UK – Nov 2001, Lawyer in NSW – Oct 2008, Lawyer in WA – Jan 2016, Cert III Investigative Services

1

Clare Heaven Cert III Investigative Services, UK Police Sexual Offences & Child Protection Training

1

Mark Hunt Cert III Investigation Services, 19 Years UK & WA Police experience

1


MDC Legal [email protected]

Investigation into allegations of workplace misconduct and sexual harassment.

Local Government Insurance Services [email protected]

Numerous investigations into allegations of workplace misconduct, bullying and harassment.




Burgess and Sons Consulting ABN 43 775 294 780

Contractor Details Contact Name Peter Burgess Direct Telephone 0427 070 037

Postal Address PO Box 1634, Wangara WA 6947 Accepts P-Card No


Yes

Contractor Profile Over 550 disciplinary, grievance and substandard (s79) investigations together with breach of standard reviews and organisational reviews have been undertaken for over 90 organisations, comprising state government agencies in addition to numerous local government cities, towns and shires, commonwealth departments and private sector organisations throughout Western Australia from 1999 to the present, with specific experience at successfully completing complex investigations.

Consultant Details


Peter Burgess Master of Business Administration Bachelor of Business in Management, Human Resources and Industrial Relations Investigator’s License

1


[email protected] Organisational Development Coordinator City of Mandurah

Grievance investigations including allegations of bullying

[email protected] Senior Industrial Relations Consultant North Metropolitan TAFE

Breach of discipline (PSM Act s80) investigations





CXC Corporate Services Pty Ltd ACN 150 247 007 ABN 58 150 274 007

Contractor Details Contact Name Murray Orrell Direct Telephone (08) 9301 1040

043 930 1104

Postal Address 401 / 17 Davidson Tce Joondalup 6027 Facsimile (08) 9301 1040

Street Address 401 / 17 Davidson Tce Joondalup 6027 Accepts P-Card Yes


Yes

Contractor Profile Murray Orrell commenced work as a Human Resource and Industrial Relations Consultant for CXC Consulting Pty Ltd in 2003 after an extensive and diverse career in the Public Service. He has worked in a number of Government agencies and was a member of the Senior Executive Service prior to leaving the service. He has worked in a range of specialist areas of Government including human resource management, industrial relations, training and development, information technology and management audit.

He has worked as the Director Human Resources at the Department of Health and prior to this as a senior industrial relations practitioner and senior policy officer with the Department of Productivity and Labour Relations (now Labour Relations Division of the Department of Commerce).

He has also worked as a Chief Information Officer and headed up the largest Government auditing practice outside of the Auditor General’s Office. His work with the Management Audit Unit at the WA Police Service included the management of efficiency and effectiveness audits together with compliance audits of policies, procedures and operational orders applicable to police officers. During his work for the Unit he was responsible for developing and preparing the Police Service corporate responses to the Royal Commission on Police Corruption.

Since 2003 Murray has conducted investigations (Grievance and Disciplinary) for a wide range of state government agencies and a number of local government Councils (Cockburn, Wanneroo and Swan). Agencies that he has undertaken work for include the Department of Housing, Department of Parks and Wildlife, Royal Perth Hospital, Department of Finance, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, Department of the Attorney General, Department of Minerals and Petroleum and the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority. He has also worked in an advisory capacity to agencies in addressing grievance and disciplinary matters.

Consultant Details


Murray Orrell Bachelor of Arts (Economics & Politics), Certificate IV in Government Investigations, Certificate III in Investigations and Diploma in Public Administration

1

Peter Newman Bachelor of Economics, Diploma in Public Administration, Certificate IV in Government Investigation Certificate III in Investigative Services

1




CXC Corporate Services Pty Ltd ACN 150 247 007 ABN 58 150 274 007


Mines and Petroleum [email protected]

Provision of advice and investigation services (grievances and disciplinary investigations)

Department of Finance [email protected]

Investigation services (grievances and disciplinary investigations)

Royal Perth Hospital Provision of advice and investigation services (grievances and disciplinary investigations)




Emergency Support Network Pty Ltd ACN 088 411 910 ABN 58 088 411 910

Contractor Details Contact Name Carla Fotev Direct Telephone (08) 9203 7777

Postal Address PO Box 125 Greenwood WA 6924 Reception Telephone (08) 9203 7777


Website www.emergencysupport.com.au Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Contractor Profile The Emergency Support Network is dedicated to providing best practice, timely and practical investigation services focused on positively resolving workplace issues. With extensive experience in providing investigative services to government, local government, and private sector organisations, ESN can conduct investigations into a range of highly complex conflict, misconduct, grievance and bullying and harassment issues. Our experience extends to having our investigations favourably reviewed in other forums, such as the CCC, WAIRC, PSC, FWC and courts. We are well versed in contemporary public sector practices, policy and frameworks as well as general legislative requirements.

As an organisation, we specialise in consulting support, intervention, and training in the areas of interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, grievance management, bullying & harassment, psychosocial hazards, fitness for work, crisis response, mediation, peer support, effective supervisor / management skills, performance management, change management, risk management, OSH / EEO, management coaching, employee wellness, organisational behaviour and development, stress management / resiliency, and counselling. With over ten years’ experience in workplace investigation and interventions, ESN’s consultants hold a range of memberships with the following associations: Australian Psychological Society, Australian Human Resources Institute, Australian Institute of Management, Industrial Relations Society of WA, Professional Speakers Australia, and Crisis Intervention & Management Australasia.

Consultant Details


Carla Fotev Inquiry Agent / Investigator / Security Agent No: 39685 M.Ed.Psych., B.Psych., PG Dip.Ed., Cert.IV TAA, Cert III Inv. Serv., Cert IV Gov. Inv. (Reg. Compl.), MAPS, CAHRI, Registered Psychologist.

1

Kath Polglase B.Sc. (Psych.), PG Dip. Psych., PG Dip.Ed., M.Psych., Cert III Inv. Serv., Assoc. APS, Registered Psychologist.

1

John Theodorsen Inquiry Agent / Investigator No: 51042 Cert IV Gov Inv., Cert IV Gov Inv (Stat.Compl.), Cert III Inv. Serv., Cert IV TAA, Dip. Qual. Mgt., G.Cert. Mgt., Ass.F.AIM, Mem. IRSoc. WA.

1

Miles Browne-Cooper

M.App.Psych (Org), B.Psych. 1


http://www.emergencysupport.com.au/


Emergency Support Network Pty Ltd ACN 088 411 910 ABN 58 088 411 910


Ms Gina Barron, Manager Complaint Resolution Unit, UWA

Several investigations into grievance, bullying, harassment, misconduct and disciplinary issues.

Ms Denise Ford, A/Manager HR, South Metropolitan Health Service


Ms Christine Thompson, General Manager, People Services, Department of Fisheries



Gold Security Group (International) Pty Ltd ACN 086 548 745 ABN 90 086 548 745

Contractor Details Contact Name Aleksandar BORKOVIC Direct Telephone (08) 9443 9800

Postal Address PO Box 809, BALCATTA, WA, 6914

Reception Telephone (08) 9443 9800 or 1300GOLDSEC (24hr)

Street Address U118/ 396 Scarborough Beach Rd OSBORNE PARK, WA, 6017

Facsimile (08) 9443 9833


Website www.goldsec.com.au Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Contractor Profile GSG is licensed under the Security and Related Activities (Control) Act 1998; Malcolm Evans being the nominee. It is a Quality Endorsed company accredited to ISO9001:2008 certification. GSG is also a corporate member of the Australian Security Industry Association Limited (ASIAL).

Investigators can be nominated for particular investigations and where appropriate, they can become ‘authorised persons’ within relevant legislation. GSG is immediately able to offer the services of a number of personnel who can perform the tasks and meet all of the standards that are sought. For quality assurance purposes Malcolm EVANS acts as case manager for public sector inquiries predominantly, but is available for investigations if needed.

Investigations into suspected breaches of discipline and disciplinary inquiries under the Public Sector Management Act 1994 have been completed for a wide range of public sector agencies. An efficient and effective approach is used to inquire into and resolve the allegations or issues in the best interests of all concerned. All such inquiries are subject to the application of the principles of natural justice. Procedural fairness is observed by persons conducting reviews of actions and related investigations.

Insofar as industry experience is relevant, GSG conducts investigations globally and nationally as well as within WA. The listed personnel exceed 200 years combined experience as investigators. All of the designated personnel have been involved in degrees of conflict resolution and mediation in various situations in their former roles. GSG has strong views on confidentiality. Policies and practices are aligned with the NPP and continually monitored to maintain the high standards required in dealing with information.

All of the experiences, principles and protocols, various practices and procedures such as statement taking and report compilation, have been developed into a set of investigation guidelines that are the benchmark for all investigations conducted by GSG.

Consultant Details


Malcolm EVANS MPPA, Grad Dip Bus (Mgmt), Dip Mgmt, Cert Crim Just Ed, Cert IV TAE, Cert III Inv Ser, FAIM, MAHRI, MAIPI, FBINAA

1

Peter LAVENDER (APM) Exec Cert Mgt, Dip Pol, Assoc Dip Bus, Cert III Inv Serv

1



http://www.goldsec.com.au/


Gold Security Group (International) Pty Ltd ACN 086 548 745 ABN 90 086 548 745

Consultant Details cont.


Jim ZAKNICH BComm, Post Grad Dip (Bus Law), Churchill Fellow, Cert III Inv Serv

1

Dominic BLACKSHAW Cert III Inv Serv, Dip Pol, Dip Crim Inv, Adv Dip Bus Mgmt, Grad Cert Finance Inv, Grad Cert Sec Mgmt

1

Ken HUBBARD Dip Govt (Fraud Control Inv), Cert III Inv Ser 1 John WIBBERLEY Adv Dip Bus Mgt, Dip Crim Inv, Dip Pol, Cert III Inv

Serv 1

Ron CAREY (APM) Cert III Inv Serv, Dip Pol, Adv Dip Public Safety (Police Inv)

1

Kim PORTER Dip Crim Inv, Adv Dip Mgmt, Dip Public safety (Pol), Grad Cert Applied Mgmt, Dip Pol, Cert IV Pol, Cert III Inv Ser

1

Previous Experience in Category

Name of Client Description of Service Provided

Department of Food & Agriculture WA [email protected]

Investigations into breaches of discipline vide the PSMA and breaches of the WA Public Sector Code of Ethics and the DAFWA Code of Conduct. The investigation was conducted partly in Regional WA.

Main Roads WA [email protected]

Investigation into conflict of interest matters and breaches of discipline vide the PSMA.

Central Institute of technology [email protected]

Investigation into acts of misconduct and breaches of the Institute’s Code of Conduct.





Heelan and Co Industrial Relations and Management ACN 067 556 398 ABN 26 067 556 398

Contractor Details Contact Name Mark Vallence Direct Telephone 0438 838 835

Postal Address

PO Box 4015, Wembley WA 6014 Reception Telephone (08) 9204 7777

Street Address

28 Walters Drive, Osborne Park WA 6017

Facsimile (08) 9204 7700


Website www.heelanandco.com.au Licensed Investigators Available

No

Contractor Profile Heelan & Co. has extensive experience in facilitating workplace investigations in both the public and private sectors. The consultants employed by Heelan & Co possess in excess of 60 years combined IR/ER experience (see below), a significant portion of which centres around workplace investigations.

Specifically, Heelan & Co have extensive experience in:

• Identifying the framework around which a particular investigation is to be conducted;

• Developing (and implementing) tailored approaches for the undertaking of workplace investigations;

• Assisting employers to (themselves) conduct workplace investigations;

• Preparing comprehensive workplace investigation reports (including conclusions) designed to stand up to scrutiny; and

• Providing advice in relation to the IR/HR consequences that can flow from a workplace investigation.

Heelan & Co Personnel: (1) Mr Tony Heelan - Managing Director of Heelan & Co with more than 30 years’ experience in IR/ER. (2) Mr Mark Vallence - Senior Consultant with approximately 20 years’ experience in IR/ER. (3) Mr Warren Milward - Consultant (legally qualified) with approximately 15 years’ experience in IR/ER (including lengthy stints in senior management positions with DOCEP).

All Heelan & Co. personnel have extensive experience in conducting investigations within the public and private sectors.

Consultant Details


Tony Heelan Bachelor of Arts (Industrial Relations) 1 Mark Vallence 1 Warren Milward Bachelor of Laws (Hons) and Bachelor of Commerce -

Management 1



http://www.heelanandco.com.au/


Heelan and Co Industrial Relations and Management ACN 067 556 398 ABN 26 067 556 398


Fremantle Ports [email protected]

Investigation into complaints regarding inappropriate conduct in the workplace.

Alcoa World Alumina Australia [email protected]

Investigation into claims of bullying and harassment.




Ian Flack Consultancy ABN 35 499 410 596

Contractor Details Contact Name Ian Flack Direct Telephone (08) 9384 2285

Postal Address 1 Frances Terrace Mosman Park WA 6012

Facsimile (08) 9384 8585

Street Address 1 Frances Terrace Mosman Park WA 6012

Accepts P-Card No


Yes

Contractor Profile Ian Flack is a former CEO of a large WA Government agency. Ian has 20 years’ experience in providing reports to government CEO’s and senior staff on governance, policies and procedures. Ian has conducted numerous reviews, inquiries and investigations into HR matters for WA and Commonwealth Departments, Agencies and Tertiary Institutions. Ian was a member of the Public Sector Standards Commission Conciliation and Review Panel from its inception in 1995 until replaced by the Public Sector Commission. He reviewed numerous claims of breach of the Public Sector Standards in HR Management, and also carried out Special Inquiries under Section 24 of the PSMA. Ian Is a former member of the Legal Practitioner’s Disciplinary Tribunal. Complex matters related to the Public Sector Management Act 1994 [PSMA], Codes of Conduct, the Code of Ethics, grievance resolution, sub - standard performance and disciplinary matters are Ian’s particular areas of expertise.

Consultant Details


Ian Flack Bachelor of Economics [UWA] 1


Disability Services Commission

Investigations – Suspected breaches of discipline and complex Grievance Resolution

Department of Health Investigation - Complex Grievance Resolution.

Department of Training & Workforce Development

Review of governance issues, policies and procedures, investigation suspected breach of discipline

Department of the Registrar WA Industrial Relations Commission

Investigation - Suspected breaches of discipline



INVISION Investigations & Consulting ACN 127 450 346 ABN 75 127 450 346

Contractor Details Contact Name Jane Wyllie Direct Telephone 0404 870 311

Postal Address PO Box 1819 Fremantle 6959

Reception Telephone 0404 870 311

Street Address 48 View Terrace East Fremantle WA 6158

Accepts P-Card No


Yes

Website www.inv.com.au

Contractor Profile As licensed Investigators, INVision’s Directors, Jane Wyllie and Tony Langmair offer combined experience and expertise spanning over 45 years in the public sector over three jurisdictions in a wide range of areas including Management, Consultation, Investigations and Workplace Reviews. We are highly regarded for our professionalism, integrity, objectivity, independence and skill in dealing with complex and sensitive matters. Since 2008 INVision has conducted numerous complex investigations for the WA public sector; Local & Federal Government; Private Sector and Universities, TAFE Colleges and Schools. We have a detailed and thorough working knowledge of the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and its application to administrative investigations. All of our investigations are accountable, transparent and conducted in accordance with the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness.

Our Services:

• Workplace Investigations: Sexual Harassment; Workplace Bullying; Discrimination & Victimisation; Fraud & Corruption; Breaches of Confidentiality & Misuse of Resources.

• Workplace Reviews: Assess and identify any operational or procedural challenges issues faced by your organisation; and identify avenues for improvement and implement positive change.

• Consulting: Create or develop of range of workplace Policies, Procedures & Practices.

Consultant Details


Jane Wyllie B.Biomedical Science (Hons); B.Laws; Grad Dip Legal; Practice. Admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW in 2008.

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Tony Langmair

Graduate Certificate in Public Sector Management; Diploma of Government (Investigations); Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.

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INVISION Investigations & Consulting ACN 127 450 346 ABN 75 127 450 346


Disability Services Commission Workplace Review & Preliminary Inquiry

Department of Health Investigation - Grievance

Department of Transport Disciplinary Investigation – Serious Misconduct

Curtin University Disciplinary Investigation – Serious Misconduct


John McKenna & Associates ACN 19 187 242 880 ABN 66 128 575 860

Contractor Details Contact Name John McKenna Direct Telephone 0434 184 776

Postal Address 3 Cooya Pass, Burns Beach WA 6028 Accepts P-Card Yes

Street Address 3 Cooya Pass, Burns Beach WA 6028 Licensed Investigators Available

Yes


Contractor Profile John McKenna & Associates have a wealth of experience with staff having worked at the WAPOL Major Crime, Organised Crime, Fraud Squad and Internal Affairs. Both the Director, John McKenna and Mr Mark Ingham worked at the Police Royal Commission before moving onto the Corruption and Crime Commission where they conducted numerous successful and sensitive investigations involving numerous Local Government and State Government Departments. These investigations included both criminal and administrative investigations.

Both Mr John McKenna and Mr Ingham have conducted numerous complex fraud investigations and disciplinary investigations for the WA Health Department. Mr John McKenna was also employed as a legal practitioner at the Australian Securities and Investment Commission where he undertook a number of complex fraud investigations as well as conducting compliance checks to ensure that companies were not breaching the Corporations Act.

Mr John McKenna has a wealth of experience in the WA Court systems both as a witness, a prosecutor and a defence barrister. He has successfully appeared before the Western Australia Industrial Relations Commission (“WAIRC”) on behalf of police officers when he was the Principal Solicitor for the WA Police Union. During his time as the Principal Solicitor for the WA Police Union Mr McKenna successfully advocated numerous Loss of Confidence submissions to the Commissioner of Police in regards to officers charged with criminal offences and disciplinary offences. He also gave advice and represented officers in grievance complaints, bullying complaints and EEO issues.

Jim Monteleone has undertaken countless workplace investigations over the past 14 years including Public Interest Disclosure and disciplinary investigations, workplace reviews, substandard performance, bullying, harassment and grievance complaints on behalf of both State Government and Local Government agencies. Several of the investigations undertaken have resulted from adverse findings made by the Corruption & Crime Commission against senior agency personnel. Jim has a comprehensive knowledge of the Disciplinary Process as prescribed in the Public Sector Management Act 1994 (WA).

We can also offer follow up services by way of providing Ethics and Integrity lectures in regards to all of the above areas, ensuring that staff are aware of the elements which constitute these breaches and thus safeguarding both themselves and the organisation from possible litigation. Mr W McKenna has extensive experience in fraud related investigations as well as Organised Crime and surveillance techniques should the need arise for these attributes to be adopted.




John McKenna & Associates ACN 19 187 242 880 ABN 66 128 575 860

Consultant Details


John McKenna Bachelor of Laws, Admittance to Practice Supreme Court of Western Australia. Assoc. Dip. Justice Studies, WAPOL Advanced Det. Training, Exec. Cert. Management

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William McKenna WAPOL Det. Training. Organised Crime Investigation & Surveillance Course. Major Crime task Force Methodology. Cert III Investigative Services

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Raymond (Mark) Ingham

Diploma in Policing, Diploma Criminal Investigation, Advanced Diploma Business Management

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Jim Monteleone Superintendent WAPOL 34 years Investigative experience HR/ER Investigations 14 years investigative experience

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Department of Environment Review of internal investigation concerning a serious fraud matter.

Department of Finance Disciplinary investigation concerning possible attempted fraud and breach of policy issues.

Department of Commerce Breach of policy and procedures.


Meridian Services ACN 127 525 722 ABN 84 127 525 722

Currently Suspended – Contact the Department of Finance before engaging Meridian Services.

Contractor Details Contact Name Joe Goy Direct Telephone (08) 9225 9933

Postal Address PO Box 20, VICTORIA PARK WA 6979

Reception Telephone (08) 9225 9999

Street Address 33 Teddington Road, Burswood WA 6100

Facsimile (08) 9225 9950


Website meridianservices.com.au Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Contractor Profile Meridian Services has established, through its 34 years within the investigation industry, a comprehensive proven background in successfully conducting a variety of investigations in the public and private sector that have led to criminal and civil prosecutions and administrative action being taken against an individual or individuals.

Our investigators and management structure has a broad breadth of experience in conducting complex investigations that has resulted in our clients having pursued criminal action against employees or taken disciplinary action resulting in termination of employment.

Meridian Services is a Quality Endorsed Company and has been since 2002. We operate a Quality Management System which complies with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 for the Provision of Discreet Surveillance, Investigation and Security Services approved by SAI Global.

Consultant Details


Ian Edwards Cert III Investigative Services, Cert IV Govt. Investigations, Graduate Cert Public Sector Management

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Joe Goy Cert III Investigative Services, Cert in Management, BSc 1


Mr Bruce Tresider [email protected]

Theft, fraud and corruption from internal and external sources

Mr Mike McGreevy [email protected]

HR investigation re employee bullying





Monark Business Consultants Pty Ltd ACN 126 416 813 ABN 81 126 416 813

Contractor Details Contact Name Mark Granston Direct Telephone 0419 944710

Postal Address 9 Sandringham Promenade, CANNING VALE WA 6155

Reception Telephone (08) 9455 5995

Street Address 9 Sandringham Promenade, CANNING VALE WA 6155

Accepts P-Card No


No

Contractor Profile Monark is a highly accomplished provider of investigation services to W.A. Public Sector agencies. These services have also been provided to private sector clients. Investigation services have been provided by both Investigators listed below initially when employed in Human Resource Manager and Human Resources Practitioner roles in a number of WA Public Sector agencies, and over the past 20 years as an external provider through Monark (Mark Granston).

Our investigations methodology has full regard for the legislation and policies. Examples of the type of allegations investigated include:

• Disciplinary with regard to many types of allegations e.g. misconduct, assault, theft

• Grievance with regard to many types of allegations

• Bullying, intimidation, victimisation

• Sub-standard performance

• Sexual harassment

• Disobeying lawful directives

• Review of breach claims in relation to a number of Public Sector Standards

• Compliance Inquiry General in accordance with the principles of human resource management outlined under section 8(1)(c) of the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and in accordance with section 79(5) of the Public Sector Management Act 1994.

Investigations have related to staff employed under various awards in numerous industries, at various classification levels located in a large number of agencies and industries throughout WA.

We provide comprehensive reports that systematically and methodically detail all aspects of the investigation where we present each allegation, the critical facts, our analysis of the facts, a discussion on the available information, and our findings. We operate with propriety, confidence and speed.

Consultant Details


Mark Granston B. App Sc (Psych), Grad Dip Org Psych 1

Alan Davies Fellow of the Australian Human Resource Institute 1

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Monark Business Consultants Pty Ltd ACN 126 416 813 ABN 81 126 416 813


WA Country Health Service: [email protected] [email protected]

Please refer to paragraphs 2, 3 and 4 in the Contractor Profile Section above.

Durack Institute of Technology, Forest Products Commission, Departments of: • Agriculture and Food, • Fire and Emergency Services, • Racing and Gaming, • Child Protection




Nella Global Solutions Pty Ltd ACN 151 829 319 ABN 65 151 829 319

Contractor Details Contact Name Amanda Nella Direct Telephone 0433 466 916

Postal Address Unit 6 / 5 Sleeman Close, O’Connor WA 6163

Accepts P-Card Yes

Street Address Unit 6 / 5 Sleeman Close, O’Connor WA 6163

Licensed Investigators Available

Yes


Website www.nellaglobal.com.au

Contractor Profile Nella Global Solutions (NGS) is an established and highly reputable licensed and insured investigations firm based in O’Connor, Western Australia. Amanda Nella, Managing Director and Principal Investigator at NGS holds formal qualifications in Government Investigative practice and has over fourteen years (14) industry experience in providing investigative services to both the public and private sectors.

NGS clients include a substantial number of State and Local Government agencies and NGS services both the metropolitan and regional areas. NGS appeared on the previous Department of Finance Common Usage Agreement for the provision of Administrative Investigative Services and in that two year period provided ongoing investigative services including highly complex and diverse investigations to a number of large public sector agencies.

NGS applies high level investigative standards by ensuring adherence to the principles of procedural fairness and natural justice and ensuring the stringent and consistent application of the hearing rule and rules of evidence.

NGS reports are highly professional and comprehensive, evidence based, clear, concise and will withstand any level of scrutiny by relevant stakeholders such as public sector oversight bodies including the Industrial Commission. NGS are highly regarded for its integrity, accountability and transparency and NGS has a reputation in delivering a highly efficient, cost effective and customer focused service. NGS is an Organisational Member of the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) and Corporate Member of the Australian Security Industry PTY LTD (ASIAL).

Consultant Details


Amanda Nella Diploma of Government , Diploma of Business, Certificate III Investigative Services, Professional Member of AHRI Inquiry Agent 40258 Security Agent 40258 Private Investigator 40258

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Nella Global Solutions Pty Ltd ACN 151 829 319 ABN 65 151 829 319


Mike Costarella Director of Corporate Services Town of Bassendean

Administrative Investigation into allegations of public records being destroyed outside of retention and disposal registered.

Department of Health Allegations of Bullying in the workplace, Investigations into Workplace Grievances, Preliminary Enquiries into allegations of inappropriate behaviour, Desktop Review - Preliminary Enquiry - Allegations of Abuse, Investigation into allegations of removal of documents of an agency and storage of such contrary to policy, Investigation into allegations of Sexual Harassment, Investigation into allegations of falsification of documentation and breach of medication processes, Investigation into Allegations of Misuse of DOH Equipment contrary to policy and Complex Organisational Reviews.

Department of Corrective Services

Investigation into Allegations of breach of process, Workplace Grievance.


Nyaania Consulting ACN 099 654 592 ABN 98 099 654 592

Contractor Details Contact Name Dianne Gilbert Direct Telephone 0417 925 522

Postal Address PO Box 3455 Mandurah East WA 6210

Accepts P-Card Yes

Street Address 74 Waterside Drive Dudley Park WA 6210

Email Address [email protected]

Website www.nyaania.com.au

Contractor Profile Nyaania Pty Ltd is a WA-based consulting firm, formed in February 2002 to provide services in public administration and procurement to government agencies within Australia and overseas. Directors Diane Gilbert and Colin Gilbert have extensive experience working at executive level within public sector frameworks, as has Senior Consultant Susan Kurtjak

The company is an approved supplier of services to government, including under the previous HR-CUA 10410 and Investigations CUA 14610 and under previous arrangements for the Public Sector Commission such as reviews of recruitment process in relation to possible breaches of standard.

We understand the frameworks applicable in that sector and pride ourselves on our integrity, and on being able to deliver services in an impartial, fair and objective manner. These qualities are applied in both our recruitment and investigations services. We are familiar with the processes that support sound investigations, including professionalism, accuracy, procedural fairness and timeliness.

Consultant Details


Diane Gilbert - Director

BSc CAHRI MIGPA. Diane had 20 years’ experience as an executive in the Australian Public Service including as Director Corporate Support with the Australian Customs Service. Since forming Nyaania Consulting in 2002, she has provided recruitment and investigations services to the WA public sector.

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Susan Kurtjak – Senior Consultant

EMPA CAHRI GCertPubSecMgmt. Susan has an extensive background in Government across a range of portfolios and responsibilities, including as Head of the WA Office of the Australian Public Service Commission. She is also experienced in providing recruitment and investigation services to the WA public sector.

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Nyaania Consulting ACN 099 654 592 ABN 98 099 654 592


Name of Client Description of Service Provided Department of Lands Series of investigations into grievances.

Department of Education Investigations including possible misconduct / breach of discipline.

South West Institute of Technology Review arising from PID report.

Corruption and Crime Commission Investigation.

Office of the Public Sector Standards Commission / Public Sector Commission

Range of reviews – possible breach of standards

Department of Veterans’ Affairs Investigations including possible misconduct.

National Offshore Petroleum Safety Authority

Investigation including possible misconduct.

Australian Public Service Commission Range of reviews including recruitment, grievances.


SWY Consulting ABN 22 910 621 300

Contractor Details Contact Name Steve Young Direct Telephone 0417 900 830

Postal Address PO Box 1087, Canning Bridge WA 6153

Accepts P-Card No


No

Contractor Profile SWY Consulting has been providing a consultancy service to the WA Public Sector since 1999.These services have included investigations for clients in the areas of staff performance, conduct, disciplinary matters as well as a range of grievance/complaint issues. In addition, members of the team, being Steve Young and Neil Hunter, have, over an extended period, undertaken investigations and review assignments on behalf of the OPSSC. The projects undertaken within the scope of those identified above demonstrate a comprehensive approach to investigations that are in line with those demanded for the WA Public Sector.

The investigations undertaken have invariably involved dealing with matters associated with the Industrial Relations Act 1979, the Equal Employment Opportunity Act 1984, the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984, as well as extensive exposure to the requirements of the Public Sector Management Act and its Regulations 1994, and finally in relation to the provisions of the Public Sector Standards/Regulations in Human Resource Management 2005, as revised.

Consultant Details


Steve Young Diploma in Personnel Management CPAHRI 1

Neil Hunter Diploma and Grad Diploma in Personnel Management, Diploma in Public Administration

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Doreen Mahoney Bachelor of Commerce, Graduate Diploma in Project Management, Diploma in Frontline Management

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Jon Frame Bachelor of Economics, 35 years Public Sector experience, including 15 years in senior executive HR positions in large, complex agencies

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Frank Furey 30 years HR, industrial relations and change management experience within the WA Public Sector and with several employee associations.

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Name of Client Description of Service Provided

Department of Health, [email protected]

Conduct of grievance/complaint and disciplinary investigations.

Department of Health, Conduct of grievance/complaint and disciplinary investigations




[email protected]



The Futures Group ACN 076 275 020 ABN 95 076 275 020

Contractor Details Contact Name Kerry Neill Direct Telephone 08 9322 6633

Postal Address GPO Box 2817 West Perth BC 6872


Street Address 28 Outram Street West Perth


Website www.thefuturesgroup.com.au Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Contractor Profile The Futures Group has a strong team of consultants with specialist investigation skills and experience built on post graduate qualifications, practical workplace experience and a demonstrated track record of success in delivering independent, unbiased and professional investigations to assist decision making. We adopt a rigorous investigation methodology which reflects the investigation framework and methods appropriate for the WA public sector, with best practice and a project management approach to ensure all investigations are well planned, timely and clear outcomes are achieved.

Our extensive experience working at both an executive and operational level within the WA government on a broad range of performance based consulting issues has required us to address some incredibly difficult matters in the workplace, this includes sexual harassment and bullying complaints, as well as discrimination claims investigations. In all of these situations we have treated all stakeholders with respect, and focused on building relationships to engender trust and engagement in a fair, consistent and transparent manner. Our HR investigation services will help you gather evidence surrounding difficult circumstances and give you confidence in a through, fair and efficient process.

We offer discounts so please contact us direct.

Consultant Details


Kerry Neill Master of Business, Post Graduate Diploma Human Resource Management, Graduate Diploma. in Education, BA Economics

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Dr Verena Marshall

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Juris Doctor of Law, Doctor of Philosophy (MGT), Master of Business Degree; Grad. Diploma of Business Administration, BA Degree (Licensed Investigator No 50065)

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Dr Helen Sitlington

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD); Business/HRM MBA Grad. Diploma in Management, Bachelor of Science (BSc); Certificate III in Investigations; Certificate in Investigations (Government), Licensed Investigator (No. 51883)

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http://www.thefuturesgroup.com.au/


The Futures Group ACN 166 807 567 ABN 95 076 275 020



Keith Chilvers Master of Business (HRM), Postgraduate Diploma in Business (HRM/HRD), Diploma in Personnel Management, Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment, Certificate 111 in Investigative Services

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WA Country Health Service & Health Dept. WA

Elder abuse allegation & Bullying allegation and mediation

School Curriculum and Standards Authority

Breach of discipline. Referee: Allan Blagaich CEO, [email protected]

Department of Child Protection Bullying allegation. Referee: [email protected]

Murdoch University & Perth Mint Misconduct allegation & Alleged inappropriate behaviour

Private Sector and Local Government

Conducted a range of workplace investigations in the private sector and local government


Verifact Pty Ltd ACN 120 091 590 ABN 59 708 957 461

Contractor Details Contact Name Ross Clark Direct Telephone 0418 119 003

Postal Address PO Box 1088 Osborne Park Hub WA 6916


Street Address Unit 4 / 1 Sangiorgio Court, Osborne Park WA 6017

Facsimile 08 9443 3340


Website www.verifact.com.au Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Contractor Profile Verifact has over 25 years’ experience in Commercial Investigations and acts for over 187 different clients and client divisions. Our trained operatives have knowledge of the Public Sector Management Act and are well versed in the following areas: Human Resources and Industrial Relations; Staff Grievances and Misconduct; Fraud, Workplace Corruption and matters of Ethical Standards; Surveillance; Workplace Health and Safety; Dispute Mediation. Verifact has conducted official misconduct related investigation services to a number of Federal, State and local Government departments, statutory bodies and private sector clients. Verifact has also conducted corporate investigations into corporate fraud, harassment, bullying in the workplace, grievances, drugs in the workplace, matters of ethical standards, system failures, conducting Surveillance, matters related to security as well as having conducted investigations for crime and misconduct. Verifact delivers detailed investigations which expertly combine regulatory control and customer satisfaction. Our highly skilled Investigators are experienced in policing, management, human resource, workplace health and safety, fraud, psychological related work issues, workplace corruption, risk, mediation of a dispute, system analysis and system failures and are available throughout Australia. Early intervention is a key for a successful outcome. Our team are dedicated and ensure value of money and a satisfactory outcome.

Consultant Details


Paul Ferguson Adv. Detective Training (CIB), Dip Criminal Investigations, Cert III Investigative Services, Cert Orgs. Behavioural, Cert Risk Management , Cert Inter-service Incident Management

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Steven Watson Cert III Investigative Services, Dip Government Investigations, Cert IV Government Fraud Control Investigations, Cert IV Business, National Security Clearance at protected level 2003-2013

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Ian Edwards Cert. III Investigation Services & Cert. IV Government Investigations.

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Belinda Goosen Cert III Investigative Services, Higher Cert Business Administration & Management, Senior Personnel Administrator’s Certificate

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http://www.verifact.com.au/


Verifact Pty Ltd ACN 120 091 590 ABN 59 708 957 461


Department of Transport [email protected]

Issues of misconduct, workplace review.

Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) [email protected]

Issues of misconduct, workplace review, allegations of sexual assault/harassment.

Racing and Wagering Western Australia [email protected]

Contravention of contractor agreement.





WISE Workplace ACN 107 291 430 ABN 27 663 439 934

Contractor Details Contact Name Vince Scopelliti Direct Telephone 0412 389 913

Postal Address 72 Faraday Street, Carlton VIC 3053 Reception Telephone 1300 580 685

Street Address 72 Faraday Street, Carlton VIC 3053 Facsimile 1300 329 552


Website www.wiseworkplace.com.au Licensed Investigators Available

Yes

Contractor Profile WISE Workplace has been providing investigations and advice on workplace misconduct since 2002 and have offices in Sydney, ACT, Melbourne, Brisbane, Hobart and Perth. Our combined network of specialist workplace investigators across the country enables our business to ensure you have access to a more diverse highly experienced and qualified practitioner in your specialist industry anywhere in the state whilst still being guaranteed of the quality stamp of WISE Workplace.

WISE Workplace has demonstrated skills and experience in conducting a range of investigations, both civil and criminal, inclusive of corruption, misconduct, grievance and disciplinary matters. WISE Workplace capability in WA is underpinned by members of the senior leadership team being current practicing lawyers with significant experience conducting misconduct and corruption investigations as well as the WISE CEO, who is internationally recognised for expertise in conducting workplace investigations. Collectively, this experience provides WA Government and businesses with local expertise underpinned by exceptional experience and knowledge.

Our approach is robust and complies with all the requirements of procedural fairness and natural justice, which provides you with a level of comfort that the findings and the process can be relied upon to support decision-making within any organisation as well as satisfying any subsequent review process.

Consultant Details


Vince Scopelliti Bachelor of Science (BSc) (major in Psychology); Bachelor of Laws (LLB); Cert IV in Security (Risk Management); Cert IV in Government (Fraud Control); Cert III on Investigative Services; Cert IV in Training and Assessment

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Harriet Stacey Masters Legal and Forensics Psychology; BA (Hons) Social Science (Social Policy); Advanced Diploma Government Management; Graduate Diploma in Psychology; Graduate Certificate University Teaching and Learning; Certificate IV Training and Assessment

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Clare Ryall Certificate III Investigation Services, Diploma of Leadership and Management, and extensive experience in workplace investigations.

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http://www.wiseworkplace.com.au/


WISE Workplace ACN 107 291 430 ABN 27 663 439 934



Steve duKamp Certificate III Investigation Services, advanced ABE and PEACE interviewing techniques, and extensive misconduct and fraud investigation experience.

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Ian Wooley Certificate III Workplace Investigations; Western Australia Police /Transitional Training; Aerospace Engineering Apprenticeship

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DP World, Fremantle, [email protected]

Disciplinary investigation related to employee behaviour

Curtin University, [email protected]

Major Fraud and serious misconduct investigation leading to multiple charges and convictions

Panorama Health, Perth Marc Lahad

Complex misconduct investigation




Workplace Management Network ABN 27 663 439 934

Contractor Details Contact Name Helen Sitlington Direct Telephone 0419005548

Postal Address 6 Limpet Court Mullaloo WA 6027

Reception Telephone 0419005548 0417946674

Street Address 6 Limpet Court Mullaloo WA 6027

Accepts P-Card Yes


Yes

Website www.workplacemn.com.au

Contractor Profile Workplace Management Network is a boutique consulting practice offering personalised assistance to clients across a wide range of Employment Relations and Strategic Human Resource Management areas, with particular expertise in workplace investigations. The primary Investigators are Dr Helen Sitlington and Dr Verena Marshall. Both Helen and Verena have many years’ experience working in HR in the state public sector and have been undertaking investigations for over 20 years. As well as conducting thorough investigations and providing comprehensive reports, we also peer review our reports to ensure they can withstand examination by external agencies such as the WAIRC and the Fair Work Commission if required. Both Helen and Verena are Licensed Investigators.

We are supported by the inclusion of a Specialist Public Sector Advisor (Dr Kim Schofield), who has recently held executive roles in the WA Public Sector and continues to advise on public sector initiatives, through involvement in the national professional representative body. The team is rounded out with our Assistant Investigator (Ms Inna Geoghegan) who brings both legal and post graduate business qualifications and experience to the team.

Team members are experienced Human Resource practitioners so we understand the work environment and sensitivities around workplace grievances. All team members are proven researchers with the essential analytical and evaluation skills necessary for undertaking sound investigations, ensuring reports present findings that can withstand rigorous external review, and providing recommendations that are practical for agencies to implement and comply with Public Sector human resource guidelines.

Consultant Details


Helen Sitlington PhD; MBA; Cert III Investigation Services; Cert IV Govt Investigations; Licensed Investigator (No. 51883).

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Verena Marshall PhD; MBus; Juris Dr of Law; Grad Dip Legal Practice; Cert III Investigation Services; Cert IV Govt Investigations; Licensed Investigator (No. 50065).

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Inna Geoghegan Juris Doctor of Law; MBA. 2

Kim Schofield DBA in HRM; MBA (International); Dip. Personnel Management.

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http://www.workplacemn.com.au/


Workplace Management Network ABN 27 663 439 934


Landgate [email protected]

Multiple allegations of bullying – one complainant; one respondent

Department of Planning [email protected]

Multiple allegations of improper conduct – five complainants; two respondents




Zambotti Consulting ACN 009 183 046 ABN 54 005 248 737

Contractor Details Contact Name Darianne Zambotti Direct Telephone 08 9471 7030

0418 948 548

Postal Address PO Box 765 Inglewood 6932 Accepts P-Card No


Yes

Website: www.zambotticonsulting.com.au

Contractor Profile Darianne has 30 years’ experience in Human Resource Management, Health Service Management and Health, Safety and Risk Management in public and private sector organisations in the Health (Hospital, Community Care and Vocational Rehabilitation), Postal, Utilities, Building and Construction and Detention Services sectors.

Zambotti Consulting has provided a range of HR consultancy services since 2003 including investigations and inquiries for the Department of Education, Department of Health and Whole of Government via their respective CUA’s and has conducted over 100 investigations and inquiries for grievances, substandard performance and disciplinary matters including serious misconduct for government and private sector clients.

Since 2005, Darianne has been a Senior Sessional Member of the State Administrative Tribunal (SAT), an independent body that makes and reviews a range of administrative decisions.

Darianne provides high quality reports with findings and reasons and keeps in mind the various audiences who may access the reports. In addition, Darianne is trained in root cause analysis (Apollo) and is an experienced risk manager and provides the referring agency information about context and contributing factors to assist with the management of risk.

Zambotti Consulting also assists organisations to manage grievances and complaints. Darianne works with the parties involved identifying options for resolution. Darianne is a trained mediator and uses the Leading Edge Alternative Dispute Resolution (LEADR) model in undertaking mediation and developing the mediation agreement. Often it is found that employee performance is a contributing factor in grievances and disciplinary matters and Darianne is able to provide advice and support, including coaching for managers/supervisors and/or employees.

Clients have included: City of Perth, Dept. Transport, PTA, Dept. Housing, Dept. Justice, DPP, Mercy Care, Rottnest Island Authority, Dept. Education, Dept. Health, Amana Living, Main Roads, Dept. Culture and Arts, Dept. Planning, ENI, Dept. Aboriginal Affairs, Disability Services Commission.

Consultant Details


Darianne Zambotti Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) Post Graduate Certificate Ergonomics Public Sector Management Course AIM/GSM Leadership Consortium Action Learning Program Apollo Root Cause Analysis LEADR Mediation Licensed Investigator No. 38225

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http://www.zambotticonsulting.com.au/


Zambotti Consulting ACN 009 183 046 ABN 54 005 248 737


[email protected] Grievance management and mediation.

[email protected] Grievance investigation, recommendations and referral

[email protected] Disciplinary Investigation (outcome termination)




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