Jess is a dedicated emergency management professional with over 15 years of experience across prevention, preparedness, and response roles. Jess has led and facilitated a wide range of training programs and exercises, helping build capability across teams and organisations. Her work includes developing training frameworks, delivering scenario-based learning, and mentoring staff in operational readiness.
Jess previously worked with the Country Fire Authority (CFA) and volunteered for 10 years, where she led the local brigade’s juniors program—fostering leadership and emergency awareness in young people.
Notable achievements include training staff in the activation of Community Fire Refuges following the 2009 Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission, streamlining critical information flows in the State Control Centre, and receiving the National Emergency Medal for contributions during the 2019–2020 bushfires.
Jess brings a collaborative, people-focused approach to training and facilitation, with a passion for supporting communities and strengthening emergency preparedness.
