Chairperson
Marie Callinan
Retired - Valla Beach

Chairperson 10 years, Deputy Chairperson 5 years, Director 2 years, Company Secretary and business owner.

Deputy Chairperson
Peter Dougherty
Westlawn Investments Grafton

Chairperson 8 years, Deputy Chairperson 9 years, Company Director

Secretary
Stuart Halford
Retired - Valla Beach

Secretary 13 years, Director 4 years, Company Director, business owner

Treasurer
John Newell
Bunnings

Treasurer 7 years, Director 5 years, Regional Manager Retail

Director
Michael Dougherty
Quality Inn Coffs City Centre

Director 6 years, business operator

CEO
Chris Worboys
Chris set the business up in 1991. He has built and leads an excellent team of people who are passionate about helping others and getting results. He is proud of the growth in the service and it's record of helping so many people achieve anything. He spends his spare time adoring his grandchild.

CEO
Chris Worboys
Chris set the business up in 1991. He has built and leads an excellent team of people who are passionate about helping others and getting results. He is proud of the growth in the service and it's record of helping so many people achieve anything. He spends his spare time adoring his grandchild.

Manager JSA and Employer Services
Paul Israel
Paul Israel joined Key Employment in 1999 as Employment Consultant and later, management roles.  Currently Manager Employment Services dedicated to working on behalf of all jobseekers. Empty nester with wife who also loves travel and all sports.   

Manager Performance and Process
John Davis
John was appointed to the role of Process and Performance in July 2009. It is great being a part of the team at Key Employment dedicated to providing opportunities for people with disabilities. I am married to Jenny, with two beautiful children who both now live in Sydney. Although a ‘hacker’ golf is my game of choice.

Manager Finance
Michelle Worboys
Michelle was a pioneer in the field of computer operation in Australia and has been managing the payroll and finances of large companies for over 25 years. She is proud of her 2 beautiful children and dotes on her grandson. She loves work and travel.

Training Manager
Gerry Heaney
Gerry is a former Training and HR Manager, joined the Key Team in December 2008 as Key Employment Training Manager. Gerry’s role involves establishing Key Employment as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and developing training qualifications for internal and external clients. A family man with four children and four grandchildren, Gerry enjoys fishing and is a passionate Parramatta supporter.

Manager Sales and Marketing
Stewart Robertson
I commenced employment with Key Employment in September, 2006 having worked my own business for the 14 years prior. I am the Manager Sales & Marketing. My interests are football (soccer to the non purists) and my love is my family. I have a beautiful wife Julie; we married in 1973, two beautiful daughters and son in laws, one magnificent son. Our daughters have given us four wonderful grandchildren.

Manager Client Services
Jodi Wood (B Pych (hons) Assoc Maps)
Jodi Wood employed by Key Employment since February 2006. I am a Psychologist and work in the area of intake and assessment. I love my job as it allows me to work every day with my family - my parents Chris and Michelle, my Aunty Val and my husband Adam. The most important thing in my life is my son Charlie. When I’m not spending time with my family I love watching women’s soccer, playing touch football and travelling!

Team Leader
Glenn Pearson
Glenn Pearson employed by Key Employment in June 2002 as a consultant. I’m married with two adult children.  When not enjoying time with my family and friends I enjoy playing football and golf.

Team Leader
Linda Woodward
One of the original staff members having been with Key Employment since September 1991. I have been married to Kerry for 34 years and have three adult children. I am the proud Nanny to three beautiful granddaughters. My greatest pleasure in life is spending time with my family especially the grandchildren. Hobbies - I am a bit of a rev head we have two 1974 V8 GTS Monaro’s and being the only NSW members of the QLD old skool muscle car club travel to Brisbane regularly for outings.

Team Leader
Mike Swarbrick
Michael Swarbrick employed by Key Employment in February 2009 as an employment consultant. Originally from England I immigrated to Australia to be with my partner, Renae. In my spare time I enjoy socialising with friends and family, playing soccer and trying to play golf.

Administration Finance
Val Sheath
Val Sheath started at Key Employment in May 2006 as Administration Assistant and recently my role changed to Administration Finance. I moved to Coffs 10 ten years ago with my son Michael and in 2005 met my husband Mark who also has a son Arden. When not enjoying time with our boys Mark and I go for a ride on our motorcycles.

Accounts Administration
Carolyn Daley
Carolyn has joined Key Employment after working in Admin in the medical field.  Communicating and caring for people is a rewarding part of her life.  She is married, with three beautiful grownup children. She enjoys playing tennis and is currently trying to enjoy golf.

Administration
Gavin Turner
I started work at Key in 2003 as an Administration Assistant/Receptionist. I resigned in 2006 as the only Admin staff and moved onto a 15 acre farm at Wyrallah, 13kms South of Lismore. I was reemployed with Key in 2007 as an Administration Assistant processing DEEWR invoice fees for all Key Employment clients. My hobbies/interests include cricket, rugby league/union, motor racing, swimming in my pool, and watching movies.

Reception
Meri Grant
I was employed by Key Employment in September 2007 as an Administration Assistant in the Coffs Harbour office, starting out part time. I am now a full time staff member and also travel from Woolgoolga, where I live with my 15 year old son, to the Grafton office twice a week supporting both DES and JSA staff. My favourite pastimes are power walking on Woopi Beach, shopping, playing club keno and relaxing with a good book or in front of the telly. 

Administration Trainee
Amanda Pithers
Amanda graduated from Coffs Harbour High School in 2009 and started work at Key Employment in January this year as a trainee. Amanda will undertake her certificate 3 in administration. “I am really enjoying working with such a great team of people and am looking forward to this year”. When not spending time with family and friends she enjoys swimming and playing football.

Administration Trainee
Sharon McGrady
Sharon has completed year 10 at Endeavour Sports High in Sydney 2009, this year 2010 she has started her traineeship at key employment full time for administration for 12 months & Sharon will be receiving her certificate 2 in administration & business.

 “I am very excited to work for key employment as a young aboriginal”. Sharon has become a good role model in her aboriginal community. Her family is originated from Toomelah but has lived most of her life in Coffs Harbour. “I am looking forward to a great year at Key Employment with such great people.

"I have an awesome family, a beautiful mother & father- Leah & Jason, 3 brothers Jason, Liam & Joshua, 3 sisters Hannah-Lee, Elise & Kirra, also a niece Laporcha & a wonderful boyfriend Chad”. Sharon enjoys playing touch football, basketball, visiting new places, shopping & chilling with boyfriend/friends/family at the beach.

Marketing Assistant
Ayman Barbaresco
Ayman joined Key Employment in May 2010 as a Marketing assistant and also working in administration. Ayman has come from an administration background working at Coffs Harbour PCYC for the past 6 years doing a variety of rolls such as event organisation, fundraising, customer service and general administration. In his spare time, Ayman like to
relax at home and spend time with friends.

Consultant
Adam Wood
Adam commenced employment with Key Employment July 2007. I am a consultant and work in the area of job placement. My life revolves around my family, my wife Jodi and son Charlie with golf being my preferred sport where I play off a handicap of 0. 

Consultant
Daniel Hoskins
Daniel was employed by Key Employment in May 2007.  I am a consultant and work in the area of job readiness/placement. My life revolves around my family - my lady Rachel and 5 daughters, Brydi, Karly, Danielle, and Eliza & Hayley. I enjoy a variety of sports as a participant, a coach & official. I love to keep healthy – Mind, Body & Soul.

Consultant
Nick Collet
Nick Collett- Employed as an employment placement officer in April 2008. I love my family and I love my job. I work with an amazing group of professionals and I love finding work for people with barriers to employment. My family are my world and love spending time with my wife and daughter. My passions are sport including cricket and football (with the round ball) to name a few.

Intern Consultant
Rachel McVicar
Rachel is an Honours student studying within the disability employment field, following graduation in 2009 in a Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management. I am enjoying being casually employed a Key Employment after completing a six month internship in 2008. Hobbies include playing soccer and enjoying time with family and friends.

Consultant
Rhonda Mair
One of the original Key Employment staff members when it commenced in 1991. I have been an Employment Consultant and worked in the Nambucca office for several years. Since the re-structuring I am now in Maintenance for the Coffs Harbour and surrounding areas. I have worked in the Disability field for 30 years. I have two children – a son who works in Karratha and a daughter who lives in Coffs. I have two beautiful grandchildren. My interests when I have time are kayaking, photography, gardening and visiting new places overseas.

Consultant
Rob Silvy
I have been employed by Key Employment as an Employment Consultant since Oct 2000. Last year I had a short stint at retirement and have returned on a part-time basis, 3 days per week. I am an avid West’s Tigers fan and enjoy watching most sports.  I am married with two sons and thoroughly enjoy my time with my grandchildren.

Consultant
Steve Keenes
Steve Keenes was employed by Key Employment in June 2009 in Sales and Marketing, converted to a consultants role in 2010 assisting jobseekers find and maintain employment throughout the Coffs Harbour District.  I am an avid Roosters supporter and devote much of my home time to my family. I am also involved with several sporting groups including martial arts, cricket and the occasional round of golf.

Consultant
Tim Hedditch
Tim Hedditch employed by Key Employment in May 2000 as an employment consultant. I work as part of the Training Team and enjoy the challenges the job throws up. I have lived in Coffs for the past 28 years, have raised my family here and now look forward to what my three daughters are able to achieve over the next few years.

Todd Kadwell (DES)
Intern Consultant
Todd commenced work with Key Employment in January 2010. His background is primarily in Club and Hotel Management. He’s the proud father of three beautiful children Tom 13, Meg 12, Jack 10 and best mate to Alyson 13, and Sarah 12, the lovely daughters of his partner in life, Michelle. Todd enjoys most sports; his hobbies are centered around the kids and the beach.

“I look forward to a long, successful and happy association with team at Key Employment.”

Consultant
Chris Evans
I joined the Key Team in November 2007 after moving here from Queensland with my wife. When I was given the opportunity to move to Nambucca Heads and man the office here. I accepted the gift willingly as I think this is as close to Paradise I can get. Music is my hobby, and I perform regularly at local clubs. I also enjoy playing lawn bowls.

Consultant
Geoff Robinson
I have been working with Key Employment since January 1995.  I am a consultant and work in the area of maintenance & marketing. My life is taken up with family & friends & I play guitar, sing & I keep myself fit. 

Schools Consultant
Simon Booth

Simon recently joined the Key Employment team and is very excited about his new role.

He will be working very closely with the school community to assist the smooth transition of students into valued employment.

He’s married with two boys and enjoys surfing, camping, coaching rugby league, and supporting his children in their sporting endeavours.

He welcomes any enquiries about helping you find secure employment.

Administration
Sue-ann Sanders
Sue-ann Sanders employed by Key Employment in September 2007 as Grafton’s Administration Assistant.  After an extensive background in Welfare in the Illawarra, I am now living with my family on our 10 acre farm ‘Touchwood’ just out of Coutts Crossing. I’m an optimistic individual who values honesty, sincerity, trust and respect. When not at my 9 to 5 job, I can be found pottering around the farm.

Consultant
Jennie Dunstan
Jennie was employed by Key Employment June 2009 as Grafton JSA consultant.  With a background working with Clarence Valley unemployed I look forward to this new challenge. I live on 100acres of bushland, am the mother to 4 amazing young adults and 1st time ‘nanna’. As an owner builder there is no spare time but I try to squeeze in gardening, bushwalking with my kelpies, sketching wildlife and enjoying the company of great friends.

Mark Grace
Consultant (JSA)
Mark joined Key Employment in Dec 2009 as a JSA Consultant, based in Yamba. He has  8 years experience in employment services, having worked in Green Corps, PSP and Job Network. Married with 3 children and recently became a grandfather for the first time. Interests are boating, fishing and working on his recently acquired 2 acre property at Gulmarrad.

Sales and Marketing
Matthew Whyte
Matt Whyte, employed by Key Employment since June 2009 in sales and marketing. Previous to Key Employment I’ve worked in labour hire and retail, and my hobbies include beach sports and bike riding.

DES – Consultant
George Watson
George joined Key Employment in July 2000 as a DES Employment Consultant and recently moved into the role as Team Leader for the new JSA operation. Married with two children who have moved away to become a historian and a chef. Interests are paddling kayaks and travel, currently trying to learn some French to prepare for my next trip.

Consultant
Ian Shaw
Ian Shaw employed by Key Employment in July 1997 as a consultant in Grafton. My background in the electrical trades and in business has helped me to find positive outcomes for jobseekers in the Grafton area. Outside of work I enjoy fishing and scuba diving with my wife. 

Consultant
Lorraine White
Lorraine White started at Key Employment August 2009. I like to spend time with my husband and my grown family of four and two grandchildren. Hobbies are my animals, reading and crafts when time allows.

Sales and Marketing
Matthew Whyte
Matt Whyte, employed by Key Employment since June 2009 in sales and marketing. Previous to Key Employment I’ve worked in labour hire and retail, and my hobbies include beach sports and bike riding.

Consultant - (DES)
Michael Roberts
Michael Roberts employed by Key Employment since May 2006. I work as an employment consultant from our new Yamba office. I have worked with people with disabilities for over 6 years, and have extensive experience in Retail and Administration. I have also owned and operated a small business.

Consultant - (DES)
John Bloom
John has been a Key Employee since June 2009 and works from the Yamba office. I am married with two daughters and one granddaughter. My wife and I live at Ashby. In my spare time, fishing, golf, painting, drawing, and mowing lawns seems to keep me occupied.

Mark Grace
Consultant (JSA)
Mark joined Key Employment in Dec 2009 as a JSA Consultant, based in Yamba. He has  8 years experience in employment services, having worked in Green Corps, PSP and Job Network. Married with 3 children and recently became a grandfather for the first time. Interests are boating, fishing and working on his recently acquired 2 acre property at Gulmarrad.

Consultant
Gwen Chatenay
Gwen was employed by Key Employment in April 2009 as an employment consultant.  I play off a significant handicap of one partner, two children, a grandchild, five dogs and a cat. No other sport features in my life.

Consultant
Paul Roder
Paul commenced employment with Key Employment is August 2009.  I worked for a large corporation for 27 years, starting in a technical area and moving on to Supervisory and Human Resource positions. I have been in the Disability Employment since 2008. I heard a wise person say the secret to happiness is having someone to love, having something to do and having something to look forward to; I am blessed with all three. I enjoy spending time with my partner and my Family, anything in the outdoors and cooking for friends.

Administration
Joseph Blair
I started work with Key Employment on the 7th June this year. I am doing a traineeship which go’s for 12 months. This will give me a Cert 11 in Business Administration. I’m looking forward to working with this lovely bunch of people here at Key Employment. In my spare time I play football on the weekends. I also play my X Box and hang out with my girlfriend and son as much as I can. I also like playing golf, cricket, soccer and hanging out with my friends and family.

Consultant
Mark Stevens
Mark Stevens employed by Key Employment in April 09 as a consultant. I have a background in Health Services, Marketing and Small Business. I am involved in community service as a board member of Macleay Options Inc. My interests are cricket, soccer and fishing.