Dave has been a member of Victoria Police for 36 years where he has had extensive experience in developing and leading high performing teams across various policing environments including front line policing, investigations, specialist support services, tactical teams and project work.
Dave is passionate about enhancing the health and wellbeing of Victoria Police employees. He recently led the Victoria Police response to COVID Hotel Quarantine, overseeing the development and implementation of an operating model that saw in excess of 100, 000 shifts being performed in hot hotels without transmission of the virus to or from Victoria Police members.
Earlier this year Dave transitioned to the Commander role at Health, Safety and Wellbeing Division. David is currently focussed on improving the mental health of Victoria Police employees through the implementation of a ‘Taskforce’ that will focus on prevention and early intervention.