Our People
Mr Glenn Ziernik (director / principal consultant)
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Urban & Regional Planning (Hons Class 1)
University of New England, Armidale, 2000 - Diploma in Engineering/Surveying – Civil (Distinction)
Hunter Institute of Technology, Newcastle, 1993 - Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management
International Institute of Business Management, Sydney, 2002 - Planning for Bushfire Prone Areas Short Course
University of Technology, Sydney, 2005
ASSOCIATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS
- Certified Practising Planner (PIA)
- Hunter Planners Network, Committee Member
- Hunter Area Network Developers, Member
- Property Development Network, Chair
- Planning Institute of Australia, Corporate Member
PERSONAL
Glenn is responsible for steering the good ship “SS Acro”. He is passionate about riding his motorcycle (it’s a leather fetish!), local and overseas travel, and keeping fit. His biggest personal triumphs include trekking the Himalayan Mountains through Nepal to Mt Everest Base Camp, and riding his mountain bike 500km from Mt Kosciusko in NSW to the mouth of the Snowy River in Victoria. He works out at the local gym, and loves to spend time at the beach. Glenn enjoys nothing more than experiencing different cultures. He has travelled to England, France, Scotland, China, Thailand, Nepal, and India. He relaxes by having a group of friends over for a bbq and swilling a good red!
Mrs Renae Lane (finance officer)
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Statement of Attainment
Work within a financial services context unit fnbfs01a
Newbas, Newcastle, 2002 - Statement of Attainment in word processing
Maitland TAFE, 2000 - Certificate 111 in Business (office administration)
Maitland TAFE, 1999 - Statement in Business Services - word processing
advanced operators & desktop publishing for operators
Singleton TAFE, 1998 - Certificate in bookkeeping
Singleton TAFE, 1997
PERSONAL
While every good ship needs a captain (Glenn), Renae is responsible for “First Mate” duties on the “SS Acro”. Whilst Renae has a steady hand on the “SS Acro” her other responsibilities include being a wife and mother of two beautiful girls. Renae attended a local high school and has worked and lived in the area ever since. Renae married a local lad (handy with a nine iron) and has settled into parenthood with “L- Plates” on. Why don’t kids come with a manual? Renae also trains for marathons!!! Domestic marathons that is… Daylight to night fall and then some! When Renae is not in training mode, she enjoys catching up with friends over a coffee, exploring EBay, cooking, gardening and throwing the ball around for the other 2, 4 legged kids in the backyard. Did you say 101?
Mr Josh Ford (planning consultant / certified bushfire risk consultant)
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Development Studies
University of Newcastle, Callaghan, 2005 - Graduate Diploma in Urban & Regional Planning
Hunter Institute of Technology, Newcastle, 1993 - Planning for Bushfire Prone Areas Short Course
University of Technology, Sydney, 2006
PERSONAL
Josh grew up on the Central Coast and has lived and worked in Sydney, Newcastle and Maitland where he has enjoyed befriending many people in all of these areas. Josh has a passion for restoring old Holden cars and enjoys bodyboarding and surfing, playing cricket and touch footy, travelling and spending time with family, friends and his dog. Watching cricket and rugby league whilst enjoying a few cold beers also passes as fitness for Josh, since he is a cricket tragic and a mad Souths supporter. Josh is a registered player with Charlestown District Cricket Club. In 1997 Josh received his Bo Dan (Provisional Black Belt) in Tae Kwon Do, which is his greatest achievement to date.
Mr Steven Swann (engineering manager)
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Engineering – Civil & Environmental (Hons)
University of Adelaide, 1997 - Graduate Diploma Financial Services (Financial Planning)
CCH Australia, 2004
ASSOCIATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS
- Member, Institution of Engineers Australia
PERSONAL
As our engineering manager, Steve is fascinated by all things civil engineering – one of our clients once commented “I’ve never seen someone get so excited about stormwater pits”! Steve moved to Newcastle in 2001, and has never looked back. His two young daughters keep him very busy, but Steve also finds time for his other passions, which include rugby union (although sport of just about any kind will do), and a range of outdoor pursuits such as hiking, climbing, running and cycling. In Steve’s opinion, these are best enjoyed with a cleansing ale or two in the company of good friends. Steve also likes to get out and see the world, and has travelled from Adelaide to Airlie Beach, and from Merewether to Monaco.
Ms Jemma Heuston
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Office Management Diploma with Distinction
Passmores’ Business & Management College, Newcastle, 2006 - Marketing/Media Diploma with High Credit
Passmores’ Business & Management College, Newcastle, 2006 - Certificate II in Business
TAFE-Singleton Campus , 2006
PERSONAL
Coming from Singleton, the heart of the valley, Jemma has spent her short working career in the Hunter, working in Newcastle and now Maitland. Jemma loves attending music festivals and enjoys spending time with friends over a few beverages and dinner. Jemma has a passion for fashion, and like any 20 year old girl, loves to shop. She likes relaxing on the beach in summer, watching rugby and ‘trying’ to ski. In the future, Jemma plans to go on a working holiday to Europe and believes there are a lot of amazing places in the world just waiting for her to see!
Mrs Debra O’Brien (civil design drafter)
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Certificate II Information Technology
TAFE, Metford, 2002 - Certificate III Drafting Trades
TAFE, Tighes Hill, 2006 - Advanced Diploma in Civil Design
TAFE, Tighes Hill, current
PERSONAL
Deb is a devoted mother, loves her 2 kids and 3 dogs. When she's not studying she plays hockey and enjoys concerts and going to the movies with the kids. Wants to travel in the future to far off places.