Governance at AIBS

Effective governance ensures AIBS delivers with integrity, transparency, and accountability—upholding the trust of our members, partners, and the public.

Strong governance defines our standard.

Strong governance is central to how AIBS operates and delivers value for members.

Our Board and Committees oversee the strategic direction, financial stewardship, and ethical conduct—ensuring decisions are made in the best interests of our members and the public we serve.

AIBS’s governance framework reflects our values of Stewardship, Excellence, and Trust—supporting our mission to elevate professional standards, shape the future of building surveying, and safeguard the built environment

 

Our Board of Directors

The AIBS Board provides leadership and oversight for the organisation’s strategic direction. The Board comprises a mix of elected directors who bring extensive experience across building surveying, and independent directors who provide external expertise and strengthen governance oversight.

Together, the Board ensures AIBS continues to define and uphold the national standard for professional practice—strengthening trust in the profession and delivering value for members and the public.
Wayne Liddy
President & Director VIC
Wayne has over 30 years’ experience as a building surveying practitioner and is recognised as an industry leader and expert in building control. He is a Director of the Gardner Gro
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Richard Attiwell
Vice President & Director WA
Richard qualified as a building surveyor in the UK, earning an Honours degree in Building Surveying from Heriot-Watt University and a Diploma in Building Studies. He emigrated to A
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Fiona Jolly
Independent Lead Director
Fiona joined the AIBS Board in March 2023 as the inaugural Independent Lead Director. She is an experienced Chair, Non-Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer with a diverse
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Matthew Dewse
Director TAS
Matthew Dewse began his building surveying career straight from school, working across Western Australia, local government and the Northern Territory. This early experience gave hi
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Allan Harriman
Director NSW/ACT
Allan Harriman is a fire safety engineer and building regulation consultant with over 40 years of industry experience. He founded Fire Safety Engineering Pty Ltd and BCA Logic, lat
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Luke Neller
Director QLD/NT
With a background in structural engineering, Luke transitioned into building surveying in 2011 as a cadet under the mentorship of his father. He now has over 13 years experience in
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Tony Travaglione
Director SA
Tony Travaglione brings over 35 years of experience across architecture, statutory planning and building surveying. He began his career in 1985, working across local government and
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Our governance structure

AIBS’s governance framework ensures effective oversight, accountability, and representation across all levels of the organisation.

Our structure includes the Board of Directors, Chapter Committees, and other Specialist Advisory Groups that provide expert input on professional practice, education, and policy reform.

Together, these groups ensure strong leadership, transparency, and informed decision-making across the profession.

Governance documents and policies

Our governance documents outline how AIBS operates—defining the roles, responsibilities, and frameworks that guide our leadership, decision-making, and accountability. These policies and reports ensure AIBS remains transparent, member-led, and aligned with the highest professional standards.

Elections and Accountability

Conduct of Elections Policy
Whistleblower Policy

Organisational Strategy

Strategic Plan

A professional body built on trust

Our governance reflects our commitment to integrity, transparency and the highest professional standards.

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