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The CVGT Employment team
CVGT Employment has a diverse workforce of people who believe in our purpose of connecting more people to meaningful work. We are proud that our team brings the skills, passion and compassion to support the work we do.
A career at CVGT Employment is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives and make an impact in the many communities in which we live. Our team is over 300 members and we are continuing to grow, offering many others the opportunity to join our team.
Through actions, we are committing to ensuring CVGT Employment maintains a social and collaborative culture.
Board of Directors
The Board of seven members is responsible for the governance and strategic oversight of the organisation. It is a professional and diverse team with a broad and complementary mix of skills and experience.
Lee Bombardieri, BBus(Acc), GAICD
Member of the Board since September 2017. Mr Bombardieri has held senior executive roles in large manufacturing, construction materials supply and major infrastructure development in regional Victoria and Southern New South Wales. He has also served as Shareholder, Director and Dealer Principal of a multi franchise regionally based automotive dealership for a number of years. Mr Bombardieri has 26 years of extensive commercial experience in leadership and manufacturing with a particular strength in business acquisition and integration. Mr Bombardieri has previously served as Chair of a number of education sector governance Boards and Committees.
Paul Macartney, GAICD
Member of the Board since September 2017. Mr Macartney is the CEO of Fixus Technologies, a software development business that specialises in creating software solutions for the health industry. He has held executive level roles with a digital flavour for more than 25 years. Mr Macartney has previously served as Regional Chair for the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and as a Non–Executive Director of the Central Victorian Business Network, the Bendigo Business Council and Community Foundation Central Victoria. Mr Macartney is currently a Director of Digital Streets, Bendigo bHive and Eaglehawk UFS and is a member of the Finance, Risk and Audit Committee for Bendigo Food Share.
Fleur Jackson, BA/LLB, AccS(PI) GAICD
Member of the Board since September 2017. Ms Jackson is an accredited specialist in personal injury law, employed as Senior Practice Leader, Work and Road Claims Victoria at Slater & Gordon Lawyers. Admitted to legal practice in 2003, Ms Jackson has established herself as an expert in WorkCover and common law injury claims, with additional experience in public liability and motor accident litigation and is a member of the Law Institute of Victoria, the Australian Lawyers Alliance, and the Bendigo Law Association. She previously served as the Honorary Secretary of Lifeline Central Victoria and Mallee. Ms Jackson currently serves as Chairperson of Girton Grammar School, and as a Deputy Chair of the Law Institute of Victoria Workers Compensation Committee.
Sharon Seyd, BA(Fine Arts)
Member of the Board since March 2025. Ms. Seyd is an experienced business consultant and educator with over 35 years of dedication in adapting business practices, to meet specific objectives; enhancing the effectiveness of systems, while supporting people and leadership. She has founded and led three arts organisations, producing numerous high-profile projects in theatre, film, and live events. As the founding director of Jumpleads NFP, she designs and facilitates community development programs. Since 1997, she has operated her consultancy, Mosaic, and contributed to arts business courses at VCA, Melbourne University, and Deakin University. Sharon is passionate about leadership, skill development, and supporting creative and entrepreneurial pursuits.
Jane Burns
Member of the Board since November 2025.
Shannon Tobolov
Member of the Board since November 2025.
Collin Brady
Member of the Board since November 2025.
Executive Management Team
Led by CEO Jason Russell, CVGT Employment’s Executive Management Team is responsible for the daily operations of our business. Our leadership team has extensive industry experience and strong skillset to enable the wider team to deliver results, and further cement CVGT Employment as a leader in delivering employment services to a wide range of people.
Jason Russell
Jason Russell joined CVGT Australia in 2019 to lead the business. He was attracted by the commitment of the board to the organisation’s purpose, employee welfare, and to providing quality service to jobseekers and employers. He comes from a background in local government, having worked for three years as chief executive of the Kerang-based Gannawarra Shire Council, followed by a four-year term at the Campaspe Shire in Echuca. Jason has also sat on the boards of several groups, including the Campaspe Cohuna Local Learning Employment Network, Murray Tourism Board, Kyabram Fauna Park, Rural Councils Victoria and numerous regional development committees. He enjoys having a positive impact on the people who use CVGT Employment’s services and helping people to change their lives. He believes the difficulties facing job seekers trying to navigate the employment system are underestimated but finds it rewarding to see how securing a job can improve a participant’s confidence and sense of self-worth.
Fleur Cousins
Fleur is a vastly experienced executive, having arrived here at CVGT Employment after 27 years in local government, as well as community and corporate services roles in Victoria. Her career focus has been on providing meaningful services, while providing opportunities for people to have better outcomes. These passions drew Fleur to CVGT Employment in 2022. She believes CVGT is a passionate, values led organisation focussed on making a difference to individuals and communities. Away from CVGT, Fleur is a Director on the Board for Moama Anglican Grammar School.
Amanda Finnis
Amanda Finnis loves the challenge of using digital technology to improve customer service and the efficiency of the business, which she describes as being on a transformational journey. Amanda joined CVGT Australia in 2020 after a varied career across book publishing, education, government departments and Coliban Water. Amanda chooses to work for CVGT Employment because it focuses on helping people find work. She believes employment is one of the most important parts of people's lives – not just so we can afford a decent standard of living, but because it adds to our sense of wellbeing and worth.
Samantha Fraser
