Meet The Team
Simon
Director: Registered Surveyor
Graduating with a Bachelor of Surveying from the University of NSW in 1983, Simon returned to Nowra to join Yates and Watkinson. Registration as a Surveyor in NSW and Membership with the Institution of Surveyors followed in 1985. In 1993, Simon became a partner with Watkinson Apperley Pty Limited (now SET Consultants). Simon continues to embrace and evolve with advancements within the surveying industry while enjoying building community in a regional context for society, the profession and the workplace.
Away from the workplace, Simon managed a parallel career of 21 years with the Australian Army Reserve, serving with the corps of Royal Australian Engineers. These days the quest for difference, adventure and responsibility are found in performing duties as a topman on the square rig sailing ship, James Craig.
Adrian
Director: Civil Engineer
Adrian completed a double degree in 1998 at Newcastle University receiving First Class Honours in both Civil Engineering and Surveying. Upon graduation Adrian worked for two years as the Site Engineer on a major civil works project providing valuable understanding of construction before joining SET in 2000 in the role of Civil Design and Project Management. With over 20 years in land development Adrian has built up a wide range of experience in all stages and types of development.
Adrian is a firm believer in attention to detail, for finding solutions tailored to individual sites and that good communication can ensure that the end result meets the goals of all stakeholders.
David
Director: Environment Engineer
David is a highly qualified and experienced Environment Engineer with a Master of Environmental Engineering Science, Graduate Diploma in Bushfire Protection and First Class Honours in a Bachelor of Environmental Science Advanced (Major in Land Resources). As a Practitioner in Bushfire Planning and Design David also holds the highest level of accreditation (Level 3) through FPA Australia and is Member of Planning Institute of Australia.
David’s expertise across the Environmental, Bushfire and Planning fields allow him to provide meaningful, holistic advice. He is focused on performance-based solutions and advocates strongly for our clients.
John
Registered Surveyor
Jacob
Environmental & Bushfire Consultant
Susan Edwards
Senior Town Planner
Susan has extensive experience in the local government sector both NSW and Victoria in Development Assessment, Strategic Planning and Recreational Planning and has a range of strategic, coastal, rural, and recreation planning experience. With extensive experience in developing strategic plans and policies, master planning, plans of management, community engagement and facilitation.
Susan has completed the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) Certificate in Engagement and Project Management Certificate. She has excellent understanding of project planning, management, development and delivery, particularly through a local government context to help achieve great planning outcomes and development results.
Tiana Phillips-Maynard
Town Planner
Tiana graduated from the University of NSW with a Bachelor of Planning in 2017 (Honours) and is a member of the Planning Institute of Australia. During her time at UNSW, Tiana worked for the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment gaining valuable practical experience to combine with her studies. Following graduation, Tiana added to this government experience by assessing Development Applications for local government prior to moving into the private sector.
Before returning to her Shoalhaven hometown, Tiana enjoyed working in England and the complexities of planning within the English Green Belt and conserving heritage. Tiana joined SET Consultants in 2021 immediately applying her tenacity and knowledge to a diverse range of projects. Tiana is committed to providing thorough and helpful planning advice to clients and is an integral part of the team.
Town Planner
Experience. Solutions. Results.
Our multidisciplinary team offers personalised land development solutions to meet the needs of your next project.
