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Our Team

At Industry Skills Australia, we believe in a “people first” culture where a skilled workforce is about better jobs, increased productivity and creating opportunity.

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PAUL WALSH

Chief Executive Officer

Paul is an accomplished leader with a comprehensive knowledge of Australia’s VET system. He works closely with Government, industry and education leaders to ensure that training investment decisions support Australia’s global competitiveness through stronger more capable businesses.

Erin Knudsen

ERIN KNUDSEN

General Manager - Operations

Erin has developed expert knowledge and skills from her vast experience within the VET sector that includes roles in auditing, RTO management and development and application of Nationally Endorsed Training Packages.

KLAUSCH SCHMIDT

Director - Project Operations

Klausch draws upon his wealth of industry experience and VET knowledge to provide professional stakeholder engagement and service delivery to the industries that ISA supports.

ROSS MACKAY

Director - Corporate Services

Ross has over 20 years’ accounting experience working in various finance and senior executive roles.

Join our team

ISA brings unparalleled expertise in workforce planning and skills development, right from strategy through to implementation of solutions across industries, within enterprises and communities. 

Join our team as we leverage our capabilities, heritage, and trusted relationships, working with the wide range of stakeholders who are central to building a world class, agile and resilient supply chain workforce.

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