Team

Mark Burgess is the Chief Executive Officer of Energy Skills Australia. Mark brings a wealth of industry and VET knowledge and experience to the Energy Skills Australia team. Having worked as an Electrician, predominantly in the large commercial and industrial sectors and through his role a National Apprenticeship Officer with the ETU from 2015 to 2021.

Mark sits on various industry boards and committees in areas such as skills, training packages, licensing and trades recognition and is the Deputy Chair of the Electrotechnology IRC.

Mark has also worked closely with the International Labour Organisation (ILO) on Global skills policy, such as the Apprenticeship Development for Universal Lifelong Learning and Training (ADULT) project.

Mark has completed two apprenticeships through the VET system, the first being commercial cookery, where he worked as a chef for 13 years before retraining and joining the Electrotechnology sector.

Outside of work Mark enjoys mountain biking with his two sons, is an amateur apiarist and enjoys watching the Essendon Bombers.

Melinda has been employed by Energy Skills Australia since 2008, and previously for the ACT State ITAB from 2004.

She has been involved in many aspects of the Organisation, and undertaken various roles which have required involvement in national and international projects including the harmonisation of industry safety systems, evaluation of educational technologies and skilled migration processes.

Melinda currently performs the role of Corporate Manager where she uses her extensive experience, research and project management skills to support the board to meet the company’s corporate governance requirements. Melinda is responsible for administering and overseeing all aspects of Human Resource and Work Health and Safety across the organisation and draws on her contract management skills to oversee the day to day requirements of various Energy Skills Australia  projects including the skilled migration accredited courses owned by Energy Skills Australia.

Melinda holds a Bachelor of Applied Science, Advanced Diploma of Project Management and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.

Outside of work Melinda keeps herself busy volunteering for her kids hockey club, keeping fit and running her kids around from their many sporting and co-curricular pursuits.

Viviana Croker commenced with Energy Skills Australia in 2019 as a Project Officer. In this role Viv undertakes various roles and responsibilities contributing to the smooth running of many Energy Skills Australia projects and committees.

Viv’s draws on her background and experience in marketing and business administration and strong stakeholder engagement skills to meet our stakeholder needs and expectations.

Having previously worked for Skills Oz, formerly Construction and Property Services Industry Skills Council  (CPSISC) Viv has a long history and deep understanding of the Australian VET system.

Having completed an Australian School Based Apprenticeship (ASBA) in 2010, Viv also holds a Certificate IV in Marketing and Certificate IV in Business.

Always on point, Viv is a regular favourite at the various Fashions on the Field competitions during the racing season and when not chasing after her two young children can be seen around the local running tracks.

Sarah Young has performed the role of Project Officer with Energy Skills Australia since she commenced in 2012. During this time Sarah has worked across many aspects of the organisation including contract administration, invoice tracking, billing, data entry and analysis and events.

Sarah has Certificate III in Business Administration and Certificate IV in Enrolled Nursing.

Being a former elite athlete Sarah brings commitment, enthusiasm and teamwork into everything she does and when she is not at work she can be found on the sidelines of her kids sporting events and other co-curricular activities.

Wei Wu is the Finance Manager for Energy Skills Australia. He has been employed since 2007. In his role as Finance Manager, Wei is responsible for the overseeing day to day operation of the Financial Department, in order to meet the financial planning, reporting and compliance obligations.

Wei is a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA). He also holds a Master of Management and Bachelor of Financial Management.

In his spare time, Wei enjoys cooking delicious chinese delicacies and spending time with his family and friends.

Sally Pratley first commenced with Energy Skills Australia in 2008, having previously worked as a project officer with the ACT ITAB.

In her current role as Finance Officer, Sally uses her expertise to support the various functions and tasks of the Finance team including financial reporting, invoicing and client relations.

During her time at Energy Skills Australia Sally has undertaken a diverse range of roles and has managed and organised countless industry events, seminars and workshops.

Sally holds a Bachelor of Education, Advance Diploma in Accounting and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.

Sally is a current ACT representative OzTag player and in her spare time keeps busy volunteering at her local hockey club and children’s skipping club.