Michael Taremba
Chief Executive Officer
With an industry background ranging from operational roles in food logistics through to planning and coordination work, Michael joined the LDSC (formerly Logistics Training Council) in early 2010. Initially working in the area of warehousing and logistics identifying skills gaps and workforce challenges, he has over the years expanded his remit to include Aviation and Rail industries.
As part of providing strategic workforce development advice to the State Government, Michael investigates economic, social and industrial trends relating to the Logistics and Defence Industries. Whilst unpacking both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the VET sector, he also draws on his economics and project management experience as he regularly consults with with a broad mix of stakeholders on training and workforce development concerns. Stakeholder engagement includes but is not limited to Government agencies, employers, employee groups industry associations and training providers.
He has worked on and facilitated a number of project initiatives designed to increase levels of workforce participation. He is responsible for ensuring that any training developed nationally is appropriate for the State and meets industry’s needs. It is vital that Industry has a voice in determining the future workforce development needs of the State.
As part of providing strategic workforce development advice to the State Government, Michael investigates economic, social and industrial trends relating to the Logistics and Defence Industries. Whilst unpacking both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the VET sector, he also draws on his economics and project management experience as he regularly consults with with a broad mix of stakeholders on training and workforce development concerns. Stakeholder engagement includes but is not limited to Government agencies, employers, employee groups industry associations and training providers.
He has worked on and facilitated a number of project initiatives designed to increase levels of workforce participation. He is responsible for ensuring that any training developed nationally is appropriate for the State and meets industry’s needs. It is vital that Industry has a voice in determining the future workforce development needs of the State.
Amanda Green
Industry Consultant
Amanda joined the Logistics & Defence Skills Council (LDSC) in February 2018, having previously worked as a Policy Advisory with the Resources Industry Training Council (RITC). Amanda has over 18 years’ experience specialising in Organisational Psychology, Human Resource Consulting and providing in-house customised Training. Amanda’s employment history and voluntary pro-bono work has provided her with the opportunity to work with many organisations within Local and State Government, as well as the not for profit and private industry. As well as her practical experience, Amanda has an Undergraduate degree in Psychology (BPsych) and is progressing towards the completion of her Masters in Applied Psychology (Organisational). She looks forward to working with the team to improve the workforce capacity of the industries under the LDSC’s coverage.
Amanda’s main focus areas are road transport and logistics.
Amanda’s main focus areas are road transport and logistics.
Kayla Wood
Industry Consultant
Kayla has over 11 years’ experience working firsthand within the Retail Industry and has a background in Learning and Development, Human Resource Management and working within Leadership roles. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Business in Project Management and Human Resource Management. Working within the Retail and Wholesale Industry she hopes to bring insight and perspectives into workforce development issues affecting these industries.
John Fisher
Industry Consultant
John joined the Logistics & Defence Skills Council (LDSC) in May 2021, following a long history working across different industry environments, including previous experience as the Executive Officer of Edith Cowan University (trading as the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)). John is also a qualified trainer who has written and accredited courses to Advanced Diploma level. John has also served in both the British and Australian Armed Forces, which has given him a great background for his main focus areas at the LDSC of Defence / Defence Industries, Maritime, Ports and Stevedoring.
Toni Kerford
Bookkeeper
