CLOCS‑A is proud to share that Karyn Welsh, CLOCS‑A Implementation Lead, has been recognised as a Pioneer Finalist in the Champions of Safety Awards Victoria 2026, announced at the Workplace Health and Safety Show.
This recognition reflects the outstanding individuals whose leadership, innovation, and commitment to safer workplaces are setting a new benchmark for health and safety across Australia.
Sponsored by Safety Champion Software, the Awards celebrated excellence across three categories:
Rising Star Finalists
- Aaron Nauta – First Aid Trainer, AB Group
- Andrew Richardson – HSEQ Manager, LBA Construction Group
- Anthony Karpanos – Founding Director, Soteria 360
- Bradley D. – Occupational Health & Safety Officer, Alpine Shire Council
- Mary Vetere – Principal Consultant, Konekt
- Sally Pardoe – HSW Coordinator & OHS Coordinator, South Gippsland Water
Pioneer Finalists
- Chanelle McEnallay – Group Chief Safety Officer, Ramsay Health Care
- Daniel Nicholls – Head of Work Health & Safety, Quayclean Australia Pty Ltd
- Jade Mitchell – Founder & GM Operations, Bernie (Pharma Apothecary Pty Ltd)
- Karyn Welsh, FCILT – National Chair, CLOCS‑A (Construction Logistics and Community Safety – Australia)
- Leigh Cole – General Manager, Crane Aid
- Dr Natalie Flatt, PhD – Co‑founder & CEO, Connect Psych Services
Industry Icon Finalists
- James “Woody” Wood – Director, CNB Safe
- Jeremy Clay FAIHS – EHS Manager, Cushman & Wakefield
- Keith Govias – Workplace Safety & Risk Principal, EML Group
- Pamela Atkinson – WHS Consultant, Aon
- Siusan MacKenzie – CEO, Emergency Services Foundation
- Wayne Colbourne – Managing Director, Angel Worksafe Consultants
2026 Champions of Safety Award Winners
- Rising Star – Aaron Nauta, Head First Aid Trainer, AB First Aid Training
- Pioneer – Daniel Nicholls, Head of Workplace Health & Safety, Quayclean Australia Pty Ltd
- Icon – Siusan MacKenzie, CEO, Emergency Services Foundation
We congratulate all winners for their commitment to creating safer, healthier workplaces across Victoria.
This is a proud moment for CLOCS‑A, as our team continues to support organisations in improving the practices that directly impact community safety.