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Our Team

At Industry Skills Australia, we believe in a “people first” culture where a skilled workforce is about better jobs, increased productivity and creating opportunity.

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PAUL WALSH

Chief Executive Officer

Paul is an accomplished leader with a comprehensive knowledge of Australia’s VET system. He works closely with Government, industry and education leaders to ensure that training investment decisions support Australia’s global competitiveness through stronger more capable businesses.

Erin Knudsen

ERIN KNUDSEN

General Manager - Operations

Erin has developed expert knowledge and skills from her vast experience within the VET sector that includes roles in auditing, RTO management and development and application of Nationally Endorsed Training Packages.

JOSHUA RAYNER

General Manager - Policy and Strategy

Joshua is a masters-qualified business development leader, economist, and labour market specialist with over 15 years’ experience in skills policy and workforce development.

ROSS MACKAY

General Manager - Corporate Services

Ross has over 20 years’ accounting experience working in various finance and senior executive roles.

KLAUSCH SCHMIDT

Director - Project Operations

Klausch draws upon his wealth of industry experience and VET knowledge to provide professional stakeholder engagement and service delivery to the industries that ISA supports.

AMANDA PATERSON

Director - Communications and Marketing

Amanda specialises in product development, strategic communications, and brand strategy. She has extensive experience working across not-for-profit and government sectors, with a focus on training, education, youth, and health. 

PAMELA TOMLINSON

Director - Engagement

Pamela joins ISA with considerable experience from the public service, having worked within the aviation sector on large-scale engagement projects.

Join our team

ISA brings unparalleled expertise in workforce planning and skills development, right from strategy through to implementation of solutions across industries, within enterprises and communities. 

Join our team as we leverage our capabilities, heritage, and trusted relationships, working with the wide range of stakeholders who are central to building a world class, agile and resilient supply chain workforce.

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