Sentis

Sentinel Facilitator

Richard joined Sentis as a Facilitator in 2012. After graduating from the University of the West of England in Business Studies, he decided to become a health, safety and environmental professional and qualified as a Chartered Member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH) and became a Member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (AIEMA)

Richard has worked as a Senior Health, Safety and Environmental Consultant for many years and has gained vast experience delivering consultancy work and acting as a project manager for a number of high profile clients. This has included health, safety and environmental management system reviews, acting as a lead auditor for the ISO 14001 environmental management standard, conducting due diligence assessments, helping clients with culture change initiatives, writing policies, procedures and safe systems of work, producing legislation and helpline support for the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM), investigating accidents / incidents and conducting risk assessments.

As a trainer, Richard has designed and delivered health, safety and environmental open courses for industry and bespoke courses for key clients: Training has included: Board Room Briefings, Safely Training for Managers and Supervisors, Accident Investigation Training, Risk Assessment Training, Fire Risk Assessment and Fire Management Training, Contractor Management Training, Display Screen Equipment Assessors Training, Fire and Bomb Warden Training (including evacuation chair training), Environmental Sustainability Awareness Training and many other HS&E training courses.

Richard’s industry experience has included working on high risk sites which handle chemicals and radioactive substances, pharmaceutical manufacturing, hospitals, property / facilities management, telecommunications industry, aviation / defence industries, construction and civil engineering industries, furniture industry, government departments and housing associations.

Richard has a great passion for environmental sustainability and likes to study eastern philosophy and practice meditation and the martial arts. He also has a deep interest in all aspects of psychology and personal development.

Sentinel Facilitator

Rebecca is a Facilitator and joined the team in 2011. The great attraction of supporting clients to more effectively lead their teams and improve their safety and wellbeing instigated her move from Canada to Australia to join Sentis (aswell as a more forgiving climate). 

Rebecca is a chartered Occupational Psychologist who has built up varied experience in external consulting and internal roles within the private and public sectors.  She gained her undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Applied and Occupational Psychology in the UK where she was born and bred and where for a large part of her career she focused on helping organisations deepen their bench strength.  Her passion and specific areas of specialism have included coaching, team dynamics and conducting holistic in-depth assessments for selection and development purposes.  Immediately prior to coming on board with Sentis, she ran an independent practice based out of Toronto, Canada for 6 years. During this time she supported a wide-range of blue-chip companies throughout the globe to more fully understand their leadership capability, uncover their blindspots and find a challenging path forward. 

At Sentis she feels passionately about the opportunity to use her skillset and experience to challenge the thinking of leaders and teams and encourage sustainable improvement in the way people behave.

Outside of work she likes nothing better than to explore new places, hang out at the beach and ride bikes with her daughter and husband.

Project Manager

Peter joined Sentis in 2008 as a Facilitator for the Brisbane team, and made the transition to Project Manager in late 2010. Peter holds a Masters degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology, and is a Registered Psychologist in Australia. Prior to joining Sentis, Peter worked as an applied practitioner, consulting with a wide variety of clients ranging from athletes to individuals within the corporate health sector. Peter's goal is to use evidence-based practice to assist people to develop the psychological skills that can assist them in achieving peak performance, emotional resilience, and overall well-being. In particular, Peter is invested in learning about new therapeutic approaches and their application to ZIP. Overall, Peter's strong interest in health and well-being lends to his passion for facilitating people through their journey towards a more rich, meaningful life. With regards to his Project Manager role, Peter is responsible for ensuring that our clients are continually delivered exceptional services. This includes everything from maintaining quality client relationships to the development of strategic rollout plans which assist the client towards the goal of zero incidents in the workplace. By combining his knowledge of performance psychology with the core values of Sentis, Peter enjoys the challenge of delivering ZIP to achieve his goal of empowering clients to ensure that they consistently make gains towards optimal health and safety outcomes. In terms of personal growth, Peter enjoys challenging himself through the avenues of music, photography, and various sporting endeavours.

Sentinel Specialist

Prior to joining the Sentis, Jamie worked for more than 15 years with young people, families and adults within clinical settings. He has formerly held the position of Clinical Director for three Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment facilities, in addition to lecturing for the University of Queensland.

During his time in private practice, Jamie consulted with many organisations, providing clinical supervision, skill based training programs and clinical program design, including the development of an award winning program for the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre.

Jamie has now been a Sentis Facilitator for over 5 years and combines his extensive clinical experience with his knowledge of safety psychology to assists participants towards the goal of enhancing their capacity to improve their personal safety and general well-being.

Facilitator

Garrick worked in non-government disability and mental health fields working with a variety of clients in South East Queensland with dual disabilities and challenging behaviours for approximately 5 years. Garrick has been involved in major pilot projects in supported accommodation reforms and supported living initiatives on the Gold Coast. Garrick gained additional experience in the Disability Employment Network before working in Occupational Rehabilitation industry for 2 years prior to joining Sentis.

Garrick successfully handled a number of roles including looking after the redeployment sector of the business for SE QLD whilst leading and managing staff as a Professional Services Manager in the Brisbane and Gold Coast offices. Garrick has worked across all workers compensation legislative frameworks nationally and with both private and public sector clients as well as most major insurers including QBE, Allianz, Australian Defence Force and the National Australia Bank.

Garrick conducted assessments and rehabilitation case management and conducted several pain management groups where his passion for the group process and facilitation was fostered.

Garrick is a fully registered psychologist, holds a Masters in Human Resource Management, is a qualified Workplace Health and Safety Officer (QLD) and Fire Safety Advisor. Garrick brings an eagerness for the group process, a willingness to learn and grow and share experiences through facilitation of ZIP and assist all participants to remain safe and achieve in all areas of their life. With a passion for industrial and organisational psychology an application for a professional doctorate in Organisational Psychology is currently being pursued. And yes Garrick was hired for his smoking good looks.

Chief Scientist

Autumn Krauss is a Chief Scientist at Sentis. She graduated with a Ph.D. in Industrial and Organisational Psychology with a Specialisation in Occupational Health Psychology from Colorado State University.

In her role at Sentis, Autumn partners with clients to conduct research demonstrating the impact of Sentis' services and programs. She also collaborates with academicians to present and publish scientific research related to occupational safety and health. Prior to being at Sentis, Autumn was a Senior Scientist in Kronos' Hiring Solutions Group. Autumn has authored several journal articles, book chapters, and encyclopedia entries as well as conducting numerous conference presentations regarding occupational safety and health, personnel selection, and employee onboarding. In addition, Autumn has been the recipient of research grants from funding institutions such as the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, the Colorado Injury Control Research Center, the Society for Industrial and Organisational Psychology (SIOP), and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Foundation.

Autumn is passionate about local sustainable eating. She enjoys cooking good food and eating it with good friends and family.

Facilitator

Eric brings to Sentis three decades of front line experience in a safety, operations and logistics role in a diverse range of industries predominately servicing remote and challenging environments.

These roles demanded meticulous risk management practices with an unrelenting safety focus. Eric's safety career commenced working as a Professional Ski Patroller in Australia, USA and New Zealand. In the role of Ski Patrol Director he implemented innovative public safety programs, was a national examiner and leader of an industry recognised rescue team.

He then worked as an Operations Manager and Guide with two of New Zealand's most preeminent mountain and helicopter ski guiding organisations which were reliant on an enduring and proactive team safety culture extending to the education and communication of best practice safety processes to an international clientele. Prior to joining Sentis, Eric worked in the field of safety and logistics as Location Manager in the production of a number of large budget international feature film projects with up to 500 onsite personnel. During this time he also worked in a relief safety role on offshore oil and gas rigs.

Proactive safety initiatives and decisive leadership attributes have been a common thread throughout Eric's career, and he is now enjoying the rewards of Facilitating a cognitive behavioural based safety approach in helping Sentis clients meet their safety challenges through embracing a new perspective on safety and well-being.

Facilitator Manager

Chris joined the Sentis team in 2011 in the position of facilitator manager. His focus is to ensure Sentis provides cliental with the successful delivery of services & programs through overall management of a diverse group of facilitators. This will include maintaining dynamic relationships with facilitators & clients as well as many other teams within Sentis.

Prior to joining Sentis, Chris managed to develop a capacious range of skill sets throughout various private & corporate sectors. His most recent career developments were in the corporate sector as an operations manager of 100+ staff within the Hospitality and Distribution industry. Chris has voluminous experience in areas including, sales management, financial based statistical reporting, contract management, logistics, business operations, man management, as well as OH&S compliance management.

In the five years prior to starting with Sentis Chris scrutinized the amalgamation of two large scale distribution warehouses into one facility whilst also maintaining new and existing business with key clients that had specific, large scale operational and logistical

requirements. Chris has appreciated the opportunity afforded to him within Sentis & looks forward to delivering a dynamic team of world class facilitators whilst maintaining a strong client focus.

Chris enjoys taking time out to enjoy the finer things of life such as family time, surfing, cycling, & walking his two mini foxies – Kirra & Zeppelin. 

Facilitator

Jessica joined the Sentis team as a registered Psychologist with a Masters degree in Industrial/Organisational Psychology. Jessica brings with her to Sentis experience as part of the safety team at Western Power; a utilities company in Western Australia. Jessica was responsible for coordinating the appropriate and timely response to all hazards and incidents experienced by the organisation and from here truly discovered her passion for safety and well-being. Jessica has conducted both applied and quasi-experimental research in these areas including the design and analysis of a work/life balance survey for Halifax Bank of Scotland Australia (HBOSA) and an investigation into facilitating the prospective memory of air traffic controllers in an effort to reduce fatal errors whilst maintaining timely performance of other routine tasks. Here at Sentis, Jessica is very passionate about coaching leaders and team members to make helpful safety choices. She brings lots of energy and fun into the programs she facilitates.

Facilitator

Kanwar has a ten year history of working in Training and Development. His professional qualifications include undergraduate and post graduate degrees in the areas of Business, Information Management Systems and Training. Kanwar's training and development and consulting experiences has seen him work across the globe throughout Australia, Asia and Europe. Prior to becoming part of the Sentis Team, Kanwar worked in England for over five years in a range of industries including the Legal (Lexis Nexis Butterworths) and Local and Central government (British Meat Hygiene Services). Kanwar's management extensive and complex learning and development project which included implementing brand new initiatives and always developed very strong relationships with his clients and achieved successful outcomes. Prior to this work, Kanwar worked as a Training and Placement professional in a Registered Training and Apprenticeship Centre in WA. In this role, Kanwar provided training and support to families, youth at risk, migrants and professionals seeking to get back to their chosen careers after long term sickness. In the beginning of Kanwar's career, he has also worked in the petroleum industry as an onshore and offshore surveyor in WA. Kanwar has a gift for languages where he speaks four different languages including English, Italian, Punjabi and Hindi. Kanwar also has a keen interest in travelling and understanding different cultures and traditions. Kanwar is also a hobby photographer and loves capturing people and scenic moments. At Sentis, Kanwar brings along his friendly and respectful attitude when facilitating and really enjoys helping individuals work towards their life goals through understanding and controlling their brains using ZIP principles and tools.

Sentinel Facilitator

Lucas joined Sentis in October 2011. Originally from Brazil, Lucas speaks four languages: Portuguese, English, Italian and French. Being a bilingual facilitator allows him to travel to different countries and to know different cultures and people.

Before joining Sentis, Lucas worked four years as a Clinical Psychologist. Lucas also started his own company working with I/O Psychology and Human Resources related to Information Technology. In his company, Lucas provided trainings on ERP software, and created and managed a website which informs about activities and events related to Psychology.

Besides his Degree in Psychology, Lucas holds a Master Degree on Work, Organizational and Personnel Psychology from two universities in Europe. As part of his academic experience, Lucas participated in many psychological researches about personal strategies to deal with stress or conflict and about job satisfaction and job performance.

Lucas is a creative independent professional who loves to work in a team environment. He is always searching for new challenges and goals to be achieved, and he believes that professional growth is stimulated through constant feedback from work colleagues, and also from learning and production. Lucas loves to work with people from various job positions in different companies because it demands flexibility, which must be associated with clear and defined objectives.

Regional Manager

Since joining Sentis in 2008, Anthony’s passion for safety and assisting both individuals and organisations through positive change processes has driven him to work in numerous industries across Australia and throughout the world. Prior to working at Sentis, Anthony worked as a Psychologist treating addiction and chronic mental health conditions. It was this initial cognitive- behavioural insight that fuelled his desire to undertake work and employ practices that can improve the life and safety of people in a proactive fashion. These experiences combined with a down-to-earth attitude, have enabled Anthony to take on an approach to psychological safety that is both practical and tangible.

As the Regional Manager of Sentis, Anthony is passionate about safe production and is proud to be leading a multi-disciplinary group of people who assist organisations in creating real and lasting change.

Facilitator

Nicole comes to Sentis having spent the last five years working in the not for profit sector. During this time she worked in a variety of therapeutic roles with traumatized and abused children and youth as well as their carers, including managing a group home for teenage boys and supporting residential foster placements. Nicole completed her psychology degree with honours through Curtin University in 2006. She is currently working towards achieving full registration as a psychologist.

At Sentis, Nicole brings her skills, experience and enthusiasm to her role as a facilitator in helping clients to better understand their brains and improve their overall safety and well-being.

Sentinel Facilitator

Julie is happiest when she is co-creating, facilitating meaningful organizational change processes and coaching others towards a safe culture. With a Master’s Degree in Organizational Systems from Saybrook University in California, Julie contributes her expertise in whole system intervention and action planning, resulting in organizational alignment.  She blends this experience with her passion for facilitating ZIP training and encouraging mindfulness in safety.   

Julie began her career as an Environmental Scientist and Biologist working for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and U.S. Forest Service. Her wildlife and fisheries projects varied across ecosystems, from Florida to Alaska. After over ten years in the field of biology, Julie decided to apply this systems perspective, originating in the field of biology, to human systems. In 2006, she served as a Managing Partner in an Organizational Development consulting firm where she brought about a new level of strategic thinking. She also team‐taught Bowling Green State University's MOD and Executive MOD courses.

Julie brings her playful attitude to her facilitation and interest in how we may live our best selves. She also loves life outdoors - hiking, camping, biking, snowboarding, and SCUBA diving. Her connection to nature is as essential to her as her relationships with friends and family.

Project Manager

David joined the Sentis team in 2011 in the role of Project Manager. His focus is to ensure Sentis provides the highest quality service and project management with clients which will include continuous development and improvement of Sentis client relationships, project planning, & effective communication systems.

David has extensive experience within areas including sales, logistics, business operations and systems, strategic planning, time management, project management, as well as tender & contract management. In the years prior to starting with Sentis, David concentrated on developing new and existing corporate business with clients that had specific requirements including the identification of service level improvements & custom client adaptations, large scale operational and logistical challenges, statistic based operational reporting & foreknowledge.

This required intensive analysis of a customer's requirements and integration of these into the business structure so that the client's needs were met. David has found this experience invaluable and it has allowed him to develop his skills and ability to understand and relate to a client's needs to facilitate successful outcomes for both parties. David has appreciated the opportunity to discover his potential in many diverse circumstances & further develop a variety of essential core skills that will enhance his career path with Sentis.

David enjoys relaxation time over drinks with family & friends whilst also taking time out to enjoy regular activities such as fishing, squash, golfing & attending regular motorsport events.

Facilitator

Franc brings a diverse history of experience to the Sentis team. His former employment included facilitating a support group for male Sexual Abuse survivors, counselling clients connected to a Residential Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation facility, lecturing at Bond University in Ethics & Professional Issues in Counselling, and also looking after the well-being of people living with HIV/AIDS at the Queensland AIDS Council. Franc also ran a Private Counselling practice that catered for clients with issues of Parenting, Conflict Resolution, Behaviour Modification, Abuse, Addictions, Youth, all with a focus on empowerment and self-determination. All these roles considered and encouraged the health, safety, and well-being of the people involved so a switch to Sentis is an obvious progression.

Sentinel Specialist - Reporting

Business Development & Reporting Manager

Bryce is Business Development & Reporting Manager at Sentis and is one of our most senior and experienced Client Team members. A registered psychologist, Bryce has worked in the field of psychology for over seven years, predominantly in forensic and organisational settings. Bryce’s professional history has focused creating attitudinal and behavioural change through group and individual interventions. Since joining Sentis in 2007, Bryce has facilitated the Zero Incident Process (ZIP) training programs across Australia, and in Africa and Europe, with a particular focus on safety leadership development. As a Project Manager he has worked closely with a range of resource industry and construction clients to assist them to achieve individual and organisational change, and establish safer cultures within their businesses.