Our People

The team behind LifeTec Australia

LifeTec was established in 1981 in Brisbane in affiliation with the Independent Living Centre (ILC) to provide specialist, objective advice and evidence-based, practical information to help make people's lives easier, safer, more functional and independent with the support of Assistive Technology. Ever since then our success has been based on pur passionate team of staff who get a great deal of satisfaction from improving people's lives.

Our team of professionals work closely together to ensure the best choice can be offered to those wishing to maximise their independence in their lives using Assistive Technology for Augmentative and Alternative Communication, mobility and home modifications, specialised support for older Australians, plus many more.

Our team of Health Professionals include Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists. Supporting our front-line services is a dedicated team of management and service staff that ensure a high level of service and accessibility is always maintained.

LifeTec offers a positive working environment, encouraging a culture of continual professional development and the take-up of fresh new ideas and innovative technologies.

Craig Blackman
Chief Executive Officer
Charlie Manchadi
Chief Financial Officer
Jenny Velkovic
Finance & Administration Manager
Jacob Shaw
Quality & Compliance Manager
Zena O'Shannessy
CHSP Coordinator
Ewan Siller
CHSP Assistive Technology Officer
Braiden Bones
Assistive Technology Officer
Georgia Medley
Assistive Technology Officer
Lindsay Nott
Assistive Technology Officer
Banafsheh Koklary
Finance Officer
Katherine Shield
Assistive Technology Officer
Townsville
Barb McCulloch
Assistive Technology Officer
Townsville
Chris Beckett
Home Maintenance Officer
Townsville
Jennifer Poppe
Clinical Lead & Occupational Therapist
Brooke Jorgensen
Occupational Therapist
Christian Berndt
Occupational Therapist
Duane Mattar
Occupational Therapist
Felicity Nguyen
Occupational Therapist
Gabriel Wong
Occupational Therapist
Hannah Smit
Occupational Therapist
Jasmin Murphy
Occupational Therapist
Matthew Goyne
Occupational Therapist
Nicole Brown
Occupational Therapist
Nicola Chan
Occupational Therapist
Breannon Oldfield
Occupational Therapist
Townsville
Sakimah Stook
Occupational Therapist
Townsville
Bryan Mak
Speech Pathologist
Kylee Flett
Speech Pathologist
Shine Ng
Speech Pathologist

We're looking for great people.

Are you a skilled Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologists? Interested in a rewarding career in Assistive Technology? Jobs are available for passionate Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists to support consumers to live their potential. Our dedicated team members are the cornerstone of our organisation, making us a preferred choice for many. Inquire about our flexible work arrangements and join a team that values your expertise and commitment.

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