Released 27/06/2018
Minister for Veterans and Seniors, Gordon Ramsay today announced the newly appointed Veterans Employment Executive Champions, as part of the Government’s commitment to supporting the transition of veterans into employment in the ACT Public Service (ACTPS).
“The six appointed Veterans Employment Executive Champions represent the presence of veterans in the ACTPS, and demonstrate how a range of valuable skills and experience gained in our Defence Forces can be transferred to the public service,” Minister Ramsay said.
“Our Champions have a combined almost 30 years of experience in the ACTPS with their lengths of service varying between 8 months and 13 years. They also have a combined military service of nearly 140 years.
“Our Champions will help drive the ACT Government’s Veterans Employment Strategy, which actively supports veterans to transition into civilian life and employment in the ACTPS.
“I welcome the increased investment in the 2018-19 Budget to support our veterans, which further demonstrates our commitment to building a diverse, agile, responsive and innovative public service.”
The Executive Champions are:
- David Roulston, Chief Information Officer, Transport Canberra and City Services. Mr Roulston served in Communications Information Systems in the Royal Australian Navy for 22 years.
- Emma Thomas, Director-General, Transport Canberra and City Services. Ms Thomas served as an Aeronautical Engineer in the Royal Australian Air Force for 8 years.
- Georgeina Whelan, Chief Officer, ACT State Emergency Service. Ms Whelan served in the Australian Army for approximately 30 years.
- Brendan Stevens, Director, People and Culture, Emergency Services Agency. Mr Stevens served in the Australian Army for over 25 years.
- Damian Cantwell, ACT Electoral Commissioner. Mr Cantwell served in the Australian Army for 37 years.
- Virginia Hayward, Chief HR Officer, Justice and Community Safety. Ms Hayward served in the Royal Australian Navy for 17 years.
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