Our leadership team

Peter was appointed Director General in November 2021 and his experience spans more than 40 years. During this time he has had a significant role in several iconic Western Australian transport projects. As head of the Transport Portfolio, Peter is responsible for setting the strategic direction of transport for Western Australia, shaping the development of all major integrated transport plans and leading  implementation of some of the state’s most transformational capital projects.

Iain was appointed Managing Director in 2018. He has over 35 years of public service experience, achieving results for the community in education, public health, drug strategy, transport, roads and safety. As Managing Director, Iain is responsible for the wide range of projects, infrastructure, regulatory functions and services that the Department provides to enable a thriving community. Iain works to achieve better outcomes for our community through engagement, collaboration, partnerships and values.

Kate has been leading the Department’s communications, Ministerial and government business, governance and audit and executive services activities since late 2014, ensuring strong coordination and collaboration across the Department and the Transport Portfolio. Kate has more than 30 years of State Government experience, having worked in policy and project roles for a range of agencies and Ministerial offices across the portfolios of transport, commerce and education.

Peter is a Fellow of CPA Australia with more than 35 years’ financial experience. He has worked in diverse government agencies including Justice, Environment, Water and Transport where he started in the Ports executive role for the transformation program before starting in his role as Chief Financial Officer. Peter oversees the Department’s financial accounting, budgeting and strategy, procurement, fleet and leasing, and additional strategic investment planning activities.

Phil leads the Business Information Systems team with more than 20 years of expertise in digital transformation, IT governance and delivery of strategic ICT initiatives. He enjoys building high-performing teams, fostering collaboration and driving technology solutions that deliver lasting value for the community. He is focused on enabling teams to deliver community focused, sustainable solutions in cyber security, platform services, IT governance, strategy, architecture and applications delivery.

Poonam has around 30 years’ experience in financial, budget management, commercial and leadership roles across the public and private sectors. She is responsible for the continuous improvement and delivery of the State’s driver, vehicle and occupational licensing functions to more than two million customers. She is focused on leading her directorate to deliver efficient and accessible services and improved driver and vehicle safety outcomes for the community. 

Justin has more than 30 years’ experience in road and transport engineering and planning. His experience includes a multitude of transport related roles across local and State Government in areas including design, project management, construction, asset management and planning. As Executive Director, Justin provides leadership in transport planning to achieve a transport system that is coordinated, safe and efficient that works for the people of Western Australia.

Chris has over 25 years’ experience working in State Government agencies across key areas such as conservation, education, compliance, planning and emergency response. He joined the Department in 2014 in the role of Director, Waterways Safety and commenced as Acting Executive Director, Maritime in April. He leads the Maritime team to deliver integrated and intelligent marine safety services and coastal and maritime development to the Western Australian community.

Anne-Marie leads the Freight, Ports, Aviation and Reform (FPAR) directorate that undertakes integrated transport strategy, policy, planning and programs to support sustainable freight systems, supply chains, ports and intrastate aviation. FPAR also develops, influences and delivers policy and legislative reform at the state and national level. Anne-Marie worked in socio-economic research, commercial banking and for the Federal Government before joining the Department.

Todd re-joined DoT in February 2023 as Director Commercial Management, having worked with DoT earlier in his career. Now the Executive Director of Regional Services, Todd brings with him over 20 years’ experience across several different public sector agencies and not-for-profit organisations. Todd’s appointments include senior positions with the Departments of Education, Finance, Justice, Housing Authority and the Disability Services Commission.

Brian has more than 30 years’ legal experience and originally practised as a human rights lawyer in South Africa before emigrating to Australia in 2002. While initially serving as a Ministerial advisor, he requalified as a solicitor. Brian has been Director of the Legal and Legislative Services division for 12 years, during which time the Department has played an important role in significant legislative reform initiatives.

Isabeau has over 20 years’ experience in executive positions within private and public sectors in various multi-national companies. She has helped organisations through leading and managing teams within the human resources environment, taking responsibility for culture, organisational transformation and enabling a future-ready workforce. As Executive Director, her focus is on ensuring that every employee belongs, can perform at their best and feel their actions make a difference to the community.

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