Simon Ives, MBA
I have worked across both Private and Public sectors in various industries including Government, Mining/Resources, Aviation, Health, Community Services, Learning and Development, Disaster Management, and Hospitality. My work is focused on both strategic & operational human resources with a focus on people-driven business transformation, particularly with a technology focus.
I believe that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to work and the technology that enables it. I’ve spent my career using the tools of Philosophy and Social Science to question how we work, how we support those who work, and how to make the experience of work better.
I have an MBA, four other graduate qualifications, and a range of complimentary vocational qualifications. I'm currently responsible for HR Technology Strategy at Australia’s largest company, and the world's largest mining company, BHP, I serve on the MBA HR Specialisation Advisory Committee for the Australian Institute of Business, and volunteer as a mentor for both AHRI and graduate students at QUT, and as a digital mentor at the Digital Literacy Foundation.
What I Do
Testimonials
I've worked with Simon on a large global HR transformation project and I have valued his calm composure, his friendly disposition, his good leadership skills, his understanding of HR matters and his willingness to make the difficult decisions. Simon and I often chatted, resolving many project challenges. Simon demonstrated excellent people skills, thought leadership and professionalism in all our dealings. By creating a mutually respectful environment, Simon created an atmosphere of trust and respect. He's very knowledgeable in HR matters as well as IT. These skills made Simon an invaluable team player. I found it easy to work with Simon and also enjoyed chatting with him about music, guitars and other social topics. I'd say yes to working with Simon anyday.
Simon has extensive knowledge of learning and development in corporate and vocational education. During 2013 Simon volunteered his time to share his knowledge of e-learning design, SCORM, LMS customisation and VET compliance in a series of online presentations for the National VET E-Learning Strategy. The feedback from Simon's sessions was excellent. He has excellent online presentation skills and extensive knowledge in what many would consider a very advanced and difficult subject area.
Simon is knowledgeable, professional and personable. He is an expert in the field of professional learning and development and both a delight and an inspiration to work with.
Simon is professional in his approach to delivering the product to the business. His approach to design has been thorough and flexible when required, learning the intricate detail of systems and processes in the aviation industry and developing quality training materials. The learner feedback has been positive, and I beleive it is the combination of targeting the material at the right level and the structured delivery of the material. Simon is coaching in his approach to his collegues, allowing personal growth amongst the team and is motivating and inspiring
Simon is a passionate professional that delivers a very high standard of . design, development and implementation of training packages and programs that increase opportunities and skills for both individuals and organisations. He is diplomatic and sensitive to personalities, political issues and organisational agendas. Simon activley participates in creating successful outcomes for all partners! Although I have not worked directly under Simon he is held in a high regard by his team members, I have personally and professionally benefited from the training programs I have undertaken with Simon, he has a great personality and is very well respected by his colleagues.
Simon has an exceptional knowledge of a range of training and design services. He is an authority in the area of blended learning and has developed his own platforms and materials. He has also delivered training for me that was expertly and professionally delivered with minimal directions on my part.
Simon has a variety of valuable skills which have been utilised by my organisation. These have included Training delivery, Training course design, Quality systems, and Information Technology expertise. His knowledge and delivery have given us great outcomes.
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