The Victorian Asbestos Eradication Agency (VAEA) was established to prioritise and plan the removal of asbestos from government-owned buildings in Victoria.
We’re an independent state body reporting to the Minister for WorkSafe and the TAC. We’re also a subsidiary of WorkSafe Victoria, the state workplace health and safety regulator.
Our Board
Jane Brockington, Chair
A former senior executive in the Commonwealth and Victorian public sectors, Jane is sought as a non-executive director, independent reviewer and strategic adviser in the public and not-for-profit sectors. She works with organisations to strengthen regulatory design and practice and to improve governance and integrity. Having developed policy and delivered reform in complex environments, she focuses on how practical risk management supports better decisions and outcomes.
Doug Kearsley, Non-executive Director
With more than 30 years' experience as a senior executive and Board Director in the insurance and finance sector, Doug brings in-depth understanding of statutory schemes and the drivers of success, including strategic planning, risk management, financing and capital management. He also has extensive governance experience from safety, education and research organisations focused on injury prevention, compensation and recovery.
Our CEO
Ben Davis, Chief Executive Officer
At the VAEA, Ben builds on 30 years of leadership in political advocacy, policy development and stakeholder engagement. His extensive work across state and federal governments strengthens our mission to remove asbestos from public buildings. Ben has successfully driven complex negotiations, securing critical outcomes for industry and government. His expertise, strategic vision and commitment to health and safety are helping to deliver meaningful change and a safer future for Victorians.
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