About Us

What do we do at WNWW?

There are many different paths leading to employment, education and training and we know there may be many roadblocks. Our Local Engagement Officer’s are committed to supporting people seeking work as they deal with these obstacles.

We will establish strong foundations with business, industry, community, and education and training providers to connect people seeking work, upskilling, or retraining with employers on the West Coast, North West Coast, and King Island.

By engaging our community in respectful and purposeful conversations we can empower people to participate in the labour market by supporting growth and development.

West North West Working is part of the Tasmanian Government’s Regional Jobs Hub Network, supported by Jobs Tasmania, Department of State Growth.

Meet the team

Danielle Kidd

Program Director

Danielle brings an extensive career in system development through strategic design and stakeholder relationship management. Danielle listens to community, business and industry about the issues that concern them, and works together for the best outcomes for all participants in the employment system.

Peter Barnes

Insights & Operations Manager

Bio coming soon.

Susie Lohrey

Regional Business Capability Manager

Susie brings over 35 years of expertise in agriculture, business strategy, and workforce development, with a passion for empowering people through practical coaching and inclusive leadership. In her role with WNWW, she leads regional efforts to strengthen workforce participation by aligning education, employment, and industry needs across NW Tasmania.

Jess

Communications Officer

Jess has a range of experience in media, communications, and marketing with a strong passion for connecting people, sharing stories, and supporting regional communities.

Alanna

Operational Support Officer

Alanna brings a strong background in finance and a natural talent for organisation to her role as Operational Support Officer. She enjoys tackling challenges and finding practical solutions that keep operations running smoothly. With a collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to clear communication, Alanna thrives in team environments where people support one another to achieve shared goals. Her focus on working together ensures the whole organisation can grow, succeed, and deliver its best for the community.

Alyssia

Local Engagement Officer - Burnie / Central Coast

Alyssia is passionate about aligning employees and employers towards their desired professions though her extensive state wide recruitment skillset specializing in the Construction, Mining and Manufacturing sectors. Alyssia is eager to assist job seekers, business and industry by seeking sustainable long-term solutions to the challenges unique to the Burnie and Central Coast regions.

Jacki

Local Engagement Officer - Circular Head / Waratah-Wynyard

Jacki is passionate about seeing people grow and prosper. She comes from a private enterprise background and bring perspective from both a previous employer/ business owner and an employee in the context of local government, private and corporate organisations. Having grown up in the region, she understands the industries within the region and the intertwined relationships and meaningful community connections.

Vicki

Local Engagement Officer - Kentish / Latrobe

Vicki brings extensive experience in the Tasmanian Higher Education sector, specialising in Human Resources, stakeholder engagement, organisational development and project management. Vicki takes a collaborative approach to the development and output of systemic changes with positive open conversations and a compassionate understanding of the lived experiences within the community.

Sarah

Local Engagement Officer - Devonport

Sarah has a wealth of experience in customer service, Aged Care support and employment services. Sarah is motivated about providing network support to ensure the success of the Devonport area. She loves to support local initiatives so she can best support and manage business, industry and employment connections in the region.

Donna

Local Engagement Officer - West Coast