YOUR COMPLIANCE TEAM
SIMON WALKER
Managing Director
Simon is responsible for managing the overall compliance team and ensuring the office environment is productive, engaging and an enjoyable place to work.
Simon has wide-ranging experience gained through working in the commercial and industrial construction sector since 1996.
Growing up on a sheep, cropping and cattle farm in the Wheatbelt town of Wagin, Simon is driven toward finding a practical solution to problems, understanding always that construction has to be commercially viable, as well as operationally functional and safe for occupants.
When not at work, Simon enjoys relaxing with the family, riding his bike or heading to the beach.
PHILIP BARTON MRICS & MAIBS
Principal Level 1 / Unrestricted Building Surveyor (BSP 2406)
Bachelor of Science Building Surveying
Alongside his role as our principal building surveyor, Philip manages construction compliance at MODUS Compliance, whereby he inspects work during construction and handover. He also assists in matters of general design compliance, energy assessments and Bushfire Attack Level assessments.
Originally hailing from Kent in the UK, Philip previously worked as a building surveyor and insurance loss adjuster. Following his move to Western Australia, Philip took on a role at the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder where he was introduced to the wide-ranging industries prevalent in that local council. His MRICS exposure to a broad range of UK projects, from historical & heritage buildings to high-end retail, means our clients can rely on our second-to-none dilapidation reports and NCC advice.
In his spare time, Philip enjoys time with his family and currently serves as a member of the Australian Air Force Cadets.
KOBUS VAN TONDER MBOINZ, Accredited RBA NZ
Building Surveyor (BSP 2741)
NZ Diploma in Building Surveying
Kobus works across both design and construction compliance at MODUS, and is a highly experienced Building Surveyor having spent the last 6 years working at the very highest level of commercial and residential building surveying at Auckland Council in NZ. With private surveying still to be implemented in NZ, Kobus has demonstrated experience in matters of compliance across all industry sectors from high-rise commercial towers through to industrial and residential developments.
Prior to building surveying, Kobus worked in construction and project management which has given him first-hand experience in the client-builder side of the fence. He understands the time and cost factors that impact a project and approaches his role with a calm, problem-solving attitude with the ultimate project outcome for all project stakeholders in mind.
Outside of work, Kobus loves to get away, loving nothing more than spending time with his family in the great outdoors.
MITCH BROWN
Level 2 Building Surveyor (BSP 2441) & Access Consultant
Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying, Certificate IV Access Consulting
Mitch contributes to our busy commercial building surveying team at MODUS, where he brings a wealth of experience to projects across all industry sectors. He delivers complex compliance advice in a pragmatic and helpful way so clients can make informed design and construction decisions on their projects.
Mitch appreciates the importance of project programme and ensures that providing sound advice is achieved within key milestones in consideration of other design stakeholders. In addition, his well-developed sense of customer service helps keep the project team productive and collaborative.
Originally from Hamilton in NZ, Mitch has lived in Perth for 12 years and with his partner Karly, enjoys spending time outdoors and catching up with friends.
FIONA MONCK
Project Coordinator
Fiona is MODUS's Project Coordinator responsible for ensuring seamless delivery of MODUS Compliance's work including project scheduling and submissions to authorities. Fiona has excellent communication skills and provides clients with updates on the progression of their projects.
Prior to commencing with MODUS, Fiona worked in the WA legal sector as a Senior Legal Secretary & Office Manager responsible for training and managing secretarial and administrative staff as well as assisting with billing, staff travel, and logistics.
Fiona and her partner Dave love spending time on the beach with their two fur kids.
LEON MENICUCCI-MEAH
Assistant Building Surveyor
Leon joins us as an Assistant Building Surveyor from Rider Levett Bucknall in London, where he leveraged his expertise across commercial and residential sectors.
Leon’s experience includes conducting comprehensive condition surveys, managing contract administration, and delivering precise compliance advice to clients. His practical approach ensures that projects progress smoothly and adhere to key milestones.
Leon's well-honed organizational and client-facing skills support his effectiveness in coordinating complex tasks and maintaining strong client relationships and his commitment to timely delivery and clear communication contributes significantly to project success.
Outside of work, he enjoys exploring Perth and time with his young family.
DAVID BARHAM HIA, Green Star, NatHERS, JV3 Assessor
ESD Consultant
BA Sustainable Development
David works across both residential and commerical thermal performance for MODUS and is a highly experienced Energy Assessor. He is well adjusted to the high tempo of the West Australian construction industry and the need clients have for the right answer first-time, every time. Many years working across various sectors of commercial and volume residential clients gives David a thorough understanding on the various formats that developments can be assessed under to best ensure a thermally efficient outcome that won't break the budget.
Energy performance is an increasingly important part of the landscape and in order to keep across ever-changing energy requirements, our clients can rely on David to deliver an outcome tailored to their specific project operational parameters.
Outside of work, David enjoys a snifter of whisky after catching up with family and friends or getting out on the surfboard.
CHRIS WALKER
Bookkeeper / Accounts Payable
Chris Walker is the MODUS company bookkeeper and is responsible for managing Accounts Payable and administering the Company's finances including liaising with the ATO and our external accountants PKF.
Aside from working with MODUS since 2006, Chris's previous experience includes working in London for Euro Elite Recruitment, and in Australia, BSD Consultants, E-Shares, Brookhampton Estate, and Cousin's Electrics.
When not working on the company's accounts Chris looks after two children and squeezing in the odd walk and pilates session.
SALLY OGG
Office Manager & Executive Assistant
Last but certainly not least, Sally is the Executive Assistant to the Managing Director and Office Manager, responsible for providing support to the Managing Director & general support to the team, across various projects.
She is a highly-motivated, senior administrative professional with exceptional communication and organisational skills, bringing lateral thinking and initiative to all tasks, recognised in her winning the Realmark National Support Person of the Year 2019.
With GM experience managing secretarial and administrative tasks for directors and senior staff across real estate, community relations and hospitality roles (including running her own restaurant for 2 years), Sally is adept at working productively with both internal and external stakeholders.
Outside of work, Sally enjoys time with her family and a love of food culture, balanced with an interest in health and fitness.