Craig Stevens

Chief Executive Officer

Craig is responsible for the overall management of AustSafe Super, including development and implementation of strategy.

Craig joined in October 2006, having been the Queensland Manager for SuperPartners.

He has 23 years experience in the financial services industry, spending most of this time working in superannuation. He brings extensive experience to his role, having served in senior management positions at Jacques Martin Industry Funds Administration, Independent Fund Administrators and Advisers, CitiStreet, Tower Australia and SuperPartners.

Craig holds a Bachelor of Commerce with majors in Economics and Marketing as well as a Diploma of Financial Services and Diploma of Management.

Craig is also a member of the ASFA Executive Committee in Queensland.

Leanne Power

Risk and Compliance Manager / Fund Secretary

Leanne is responsible for the management of the Fund’s compliance and governance processes and structures and is the Fund Secretary.

Leanne joined AustSafe Super from Superannuation Compliance Services (SCS) where she managed the internal audit programs for various clients and assisted in designing and implementing RSE compliance monitoring systems.

She has 13 years experience in the superannuation industry in audit and finance roles and previously worked for KPMG where she audited reporting and non-reporting superannuation funds.

Leanne is a Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) and holds an Advanced Diploma of Financial Services (Superannuation) as well as a Bachelor of Business (Accounting), with honours and is currently studying to be a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). Leanne is also a member of Women in Super.

Wayne Hulin

National Business Development Manager

Wayne is responsible for all business development activities with members, employers and associations.

In his tenth year with AustSafe Super, Wayne is recognised in rural and regional communities as “Mr AustSafe Super”.

He has more than 20 years experience in the superannuation industry holding key management positions with MLC and was also a Manager for Metway Bank.

He maintains a strong business network in the regional and rural areas of Queensland and beyond, and continues to advance his reputation as an accomplished superannuation professional.

Wayne is a Senior Associate of the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance.

Kimberley Roberts

Marketing & Client Services Manager

Kimberley is AustSafe Super’s Marketing Manager and is responsible for the strategic marketing direction of the Fund, as well as the delivery of client services through a team of Regional Managers.

Kimberley joined AustSafe Super after several years of managing her own communications consultancy, working alongside several financial service providers including Queenslanders Credit Union and Suncorp Metway. With a total of 20 years marketing experience, Kimberley brings to AustSafe Super extensive experience in direct marketing. Her ability to plan campaigns which communicate the right message to the right members means that you are provided with information relevant to your life stage and financial goals, helping you to make the most of your super.

Kimberley holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Certificate in Direct Marketing and is a member of Women in Super. She is also the Queensland tutor for the Australian Direct Marketing Association’s Certificate in Direct Marketing.

Simone Davison

Marketing Executive

Simone is responsible for the communication of the Fund to members, business partners and stakeholders.

Having previously worked in a marketing communications capacity for not-for-profit, member-based organisations, Simone brings to AustSafe Super experience in membership marketing and implementing communications campaigns on a shoestring budget.

Prior to joining AustSafe Super, Simone also gained exposure to the financial services industry, working for a local credit union.

Simone holds a Bachelor of Communications, Bachelor of Arts and a Certificate in Direct Marketing. She is also a member of Women in Super.

Paul Meredith

Regional Manager - Southern Queensland 

Paul has worked in the superannuation industry for over 20 years. He has extensive experience in client relationship management, business development and industry liaison. He worked for the industry regulator, APRA, in New South Wales for many years, examining superannuation fund operations, and has also worked as a financial planner.

Since 2000, Paul has worked in management positions in industry superannuation funds. He is passionate about the value of industry super funds, and loves promoting those benefits to employers and members.

Simon Fielder

Regional Manager – Northern Queensland

Simon is AustSafe Super’s Regional Manager for Northern Queensland, based in Cairns. Simon is experienced in superannuation and also has an agricultural background. Formerly an employee of AgForce in Toowoomba Simon is familiar with life on the land. He grew up on a property in Roma and enjoys the rural life.

Stacey Watson

Regional Manager – Central Queensland

Stacey is AustSafe Super’s Regional Manager for Central Queensland, based in Bundaberg. She has extensive experience in superannuation and also has a rural background. The daughter of a Cane farmer, Stacey grew up in Bundaberg before gaining 20 years of super experience in Brisbane and Sydney. Her recent return home to Bundy ensures Stacey can combine her super experience with her love of the land, servicing local AustSafe Super members and employers.

Ann Hempenstall

Regional Coordinator

Ann spent 15 years working in corporate finance and marketing in the investment banking industry in England and Ireland, working with groups such as Dresdner Kleinwort Benson, the Corporation of London, Irish Farmers’ Association and Price Waterhouse. She moved to Australia in 2003, and took up the position of Regional Coordinator with AustSafe Super in 2004.

Her role here requires her to work closely with the Business Development Manager and Regional Managers, coordinating their activities and schedules, and generally keeping them organised. She also coordinates the numerous employer and member seminars conducted by the Regional Managers.

Having contact with members, employers, administrators and Regional Managers means Ann is one of the most knowledgeable team members here at AustSafe Super. Her day-to-day contact with members, employers and the administration centre is invaluable, and she is a key part of our team.

Rebecca Beiers

Marketing Assistant

Rebecca is AustSafe Super’s Marketing Assistant and is responsible for supporting the marketing team.

Her position at AustSafe Super is Rebecca’s first full time role and as a recent university graduate she brings with her a fresh new approach to marketing and communications. She has exposure to the financial services industry, having worked for a small firm while studying.

Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Business in Marketing and Human Resource Management.

Jennifer Jackson

Executive Assistant

Jennifer is AustSafe Super’s Executive Assistant and is responsible for supporting the Chief Executive Officer and Compliance Manager.

Jennifer has worked in the superannuation industry for 8 years. Her recent roles include Customer service consultant and Team administrator at SuperPartners, Client Services Adviser for Building Employee Redundancy Trust (BERT), and Assistant Account Manager for AUST(Q).

Jennifer holds a certificate 3 in Hospitality Services, a PS146 qualification and an ASFA100 qualification.