Chief People Officer at Richard Crookes Constructions
Vanessa is a results-orientated senior Human Resources executive with a strong track record in driving organisational performance and transformation. Her expertise lies in connecting business strategy to people outcomes and, in turn, improving performance and productivity. Vanessa has deep expertise in culture and leadership. She knows that culture drives the achievement of strategy. She works with and through leaders as they directly influence the creation of positive cultures and performance. As such, she a passion for unlocking leadership potential and achieving improved business performance and productivity through strengthening leadership capability. Vanessa has successfully led large scale change through restructure, mergers & acquisitions, across diverse industries including FMCG, manufacturing, telecommunications and construction. She is a member of the executive leadership team at Richard Crookes Constructions providing strategic leadership. Vanessa also leads culture, strategic development, planning and performance of the workforce and delivery of a people & culture strategy ensuring Richard Crookes Constructions continues to be a beacon for talent in the industry.
In the midst of a housing crisis gripping the nation, efficient delivery of much needed accommodation is being hamstrung by a skills shortage. Hear from Brett Schimming, CEO of BuildSkills Australia, he shares insights and data on the reality of the situation of the skills shortage, and Buildskills’ outlook on when we are likely to see improvement for the industry. Brett will be joined by two industry leaders who will provide their perspective on the impact of the current challenges on the residential property market and the critical steps that must be taken now to safeguard the construction industry’s ability to deliver.