Leadership for change
The COO portfolio provides key professional services under the guidance of innovative and experienced leaders.
In overseeing their respective operational areas, each of our leaders play an important role in developing, managing, building and undertaking key strategies, projects and initiatives that underpin the University's goals while supporting clients, staff, students and the wider UQ community.
Mr Andrew Flannery
The Chief Operating Officer is primarily responsible for planning, management and delivery of professional services at the University.
Marni Jacoby
Marni Jacoby's responsibilities include directing strategic cross-divisional projects, corporate development activity, commercial reviews and working closely with senior committees and groups to drive strategic planning and performance.
Gail Jukes
Gail Jukes is charged with providing guidance and leadership across UQ’s Finance Division, which utilises expert advice, systems and support to secure UQ's financial future.
Joanna Spanjaard
Joanna Spanjaard leads the Governance and Risk division adding operational value through effective and efficient governance, risk management, and compliance across the University.
Jim Carmichael
As the Director of Health, Safety and Wellness, Jim Carmichael is responsible for promoting the highest practicable standard of occupational health, safety and wellness across UQ.
Phil Vaughan
Phil Vaughan oversees the Human Resources function, which enables the achievement of the University’s strategic ambitions through attracting, developing, and retaining diverse and high-performing staff, to better support our current and future students.
Rowan Salt
As the CIO, Rowan Salt is charged with managing the provision, security, architecture and governance of information technology for staff, students and the wider UQ community.
David Lavell
David Lavell oversees the Integrity and Investigations function, creating and managing strategies that promote ethical behaviour and decision-making in the workplace.
Tamra Saayman
Tamra Saayman leads the Internal Audit Function, providing independent advice and assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management processes and internal controls.
Connie Seeto
As General Counsel, Connie Seeto is responsible for managing the delivery of legal services to the Vice-Chancellor, executive management and other key decision makers at UQ.
Kelly Robinson
As CMCO, Kelly Robinson leads UQ's marketing and communication function responsible for increasing domestic and global awareness of the University and supporting engagement that enriches communities.
Andrew Brodie
Leading the Properties and Facilities Division, Andrew Brodie manages the delivery of comprehensive facilities management as well as the planning and delivery of the capital works program to support UQ’s teaching and research goals.