At Pure Environmental, our leadership team is made up of dedicated individuals with extensive experience in the waste management and resource recovery industry. This section introduces our Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Team, who guide our day-to-day operations with expertise and diligence.
Our Board of Directors comprises individuals who have made significant contributions to the Australian waste management and resource recovery industry and bring with them a wealth of experience and insight.
With over 25 years of experience in the Australian waste management industry, Steve is an industry veteran. He served as Managing Director of Tox Free Solutions Ltd for 16 years, where he was responsible for strategic growth, employee management, and operations.
John is a Director at JJ Richards & Sons Pty Ltd, the largest privately-owned waste management business in Australia and New Zealand. His experience spans various waste management services across numerous sectors.
Mark founded WestRex Services, Queensland’s premier hazardous waste management company, with multiple facilities across the state and aspirations for diverse processing expansions, including composting.
Peter boasts 25 years in Australia’s waste management sector, holding top roles at Veolia, Toxfree Solutions, and BHP. He’s served on various industry boards and advised waste management firms.
Joshua serves as the Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer with Alvia Asset Partners. His diverse 16-year experience in business and finance spans multiple industries and geographies.
With over 20 years of global experience in managing and investing in companies, Declan brings a wealth of knowledge from his previous role as Managing Director and CEO of PeopleIN, and his experiences with Macquarie Bank and Everlight Capital.
Kaitlin’s 14-year experience in the waste industry spans areas such as environment, legal, people and industrial relations, compliance, systems insurance, and governance. Currently, she heads Corporate Governance for JJ Richards & Sons Pty Ltd and its associated entities.
Our ELT is instrumental in ensuring the seamless execution of our operations and services. They embody our dedication to pioneering change within the waste management and resource recovery industry.
With over 25 years of experience in environmental services sector, including several senior corporate executive roles, Karlis leads the company’s strategic direction, operational excellence, and culture. His leadership blends technical expertise with a people-first approach, driving growth across Australia.
David is a Chartered Accountant and a versatile leader with diverse financial and commercial skills. He has served in senior financial roles at EY, Toxfree Ltd (Daniels Health), and Viva Energy Ltd group.
Elliot is an accomplished commercial executive with over a decade of experience in the waste industry, having held senior finance positions across the sector. As Chief Financial Officer at Pure Environmental, Elliot leads the company’s financial strategy, governance, and performance management. He brings extensive expertise in financial planning, strategic development, corporate governance, and stakeholder engagement.
With over 25 years in the waste industry, including senior corporate and executive roles, Rachel brings strategic leadership in health & safety, environment, risk management, people and culture, and sustainability. Her people-driven leadership style is focused on fostering a culture of diversity, trust, collaboration, and learning, while maintaining accountability and transparency.
David is an esteemed leader in the Australian liquid and hazardous waste sector, and he holds a Bachelor of Business Management. With an impressive career spanning over 25 years, David has honed his expertise in this field through many senior roles.
In addition to his professional achievements, David has also been an active board member of the Waste Recycling Industry Association of Queensland (WRIQ) for the past two years, serving as the Treasurer on the Board.
With over 20 years of experience in the waste management sector having held several senior executive roles. A professional in all facets of waste and environmental management, logistics, and heavy industrial services, Brad combines operational expertise with strategic leadership and strong people skills to drive operational performance, safety, and sustainability outcomes across his portfolio at Pure.
Neil is an Environmental Chemist with 27 years in specialized waste management. Held leadership roles in Toxfree, Veolia, and founded a notable Australian enterprise.
Ged is a Petroleum Geologist with 27 years in waste and industrial services. Served at Transpacific, Toxfree, Veolia, and established businesses in Australia and the UK.
Our Board of Directors comprises individuals who have made significant contributions to the waste management industry and bring with them a wealth of experience and insight.
With over 25 years of experience in the Australian waste management industry, Steve is an industry veteran. He served as Managing Director of Tox Free Solutions Ltd for 16 years, where he was responsible for strategic growth, employee management, and operations.
John is a Director at JJ Richards & Sons Pty Ltd, the largest privately-owned waste management business in Australia and New Zealand. His experience spans various waste management services across numerous sectors.
Mark founded WestRex Services, Queensland’s premier hazardous waste management company, with multiple facilities across the state and aspirations for diverse processing expansions, including composting.
Joshua serves as the Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer with Alvia Asset Partners. His diverse 16-year experience in business and finance spans multiple industries and geographies.
With over 20 years of global experience in managing and investing in companies, Declan brings a wealth of knowledge from his previous role as Managing Director and CEO of PeopleIN, and his experiences with Macquarie Bank and Everlight Capital.
Kaitlin’s 14-year experience in the waste industry spans areas such as environment, legal, people and industrial relations, compliance, systems insurance, and governance. Currently, she heads Corporate Governance for JJ Richards & Sons Pty Ltd and its associated entities.
Our Management Team ensures the smooth execution of our operations and services, and they embody our commitment to leading change in the waste management industry.
An Environmental Chemist with 25 years of experience, Karl has held executive roles in Toxfree and Cleanaway and has founded several successful businesses in Australia and the Asia Pacific region.
David is a Chartered Accountant and a versatile leader with diverse financial and commercial skills. He has served in senior financial roles at EY, Toxfree Ltd (Daniels Health), and Viva Energy Ltd group.
With 23 years of industry experience, Rachel has worked in operational, health & safety, environment, and quality roles, having held leadership positions at Toxfree and Cleanaway.
Elliot brings over eight years of experience in the waste industry. His previous roles include Group Head of Financial Performance at Cleanaway and Commercial Finance Manager.
David is an established leader in the Australian Liquid Treatment space with over 25 years of experience. He has served in senior roles at Transpacific, Cleanaway, Toxfree, and JJ Richards.
Neil is an Environmental Chemist with 27 years in specialized waste management. Held leadership roles in Toxfree, Veolia, and founded a notable Australian enterprise.
Ged is a Petroleum Geologist with 27 years in waste and industrial services. Served at Transpacific, Toxfree, Veolia, and established businesses in Australia and the UK.
Pure’s ELT don’t just set the strategic direction, they model the values that define our culture. Whether it’s championing diversity, driving innovation, or prioritising safety and wellbeing, the ELT leads by example in every decision and interaction. Their commitment to collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement inspires teams across the business to live our values daily.
From recognising outstanding contributions through the Values Recognition Program to embedding sustainability and governance into our operations, the ELT’s actions create a thriving workplace where purpose and performance go hand in hand.
We are ambitious, progressive and agile. We aspire to develop transformative solutions.
Our achievements matter, we celebrate our wins and take pause to enjoy the journey.
We are welcoming and inclusive. We know that encouraging different perspectives makes us stronger.
We invest in developing and training our people. We trust them to do their job.
Our standards are high. Our presentation reflects our workplace, who we are and how we want to be perceived.
Safety always comes first. We care about each other, our customers and communities.
Pure is dedicated to advancing regulated waste management and resource recovery through innovative, sustainable, and efficient practices.
