Workmate of the Year - Wall of Fame
In our annual Workmate of the Year award, we ask you to tell us what makes your colleague stand out - the special qualities that make her or him a contender for the coveted title.
And reading the entries is our best task all year because of the warmth and generosity with which you describe your co-workers.
Truly some great people work in this sector!
Here are some of the lovely things that you have said about the nominees:
- Adell Harrison - The happiness and smiles I see from the people she supports says it all.
- Andrew Fairbairn - He lights up a room. Kind, trustworthy and compassionate.
- Anita Morgan - Fair, compassionate, fun
- Ben Brown - The energy he gives off just encourages you to deliver.
- Beryl Smith - Good listener who ensures that everyone has a voice.
- Catherine Helmer - Compassionate, cheerful, hardworking.
- Charissa Lamb - A fun, dedicated worker and a pleasure to know.
- Christa Eastland - Always makes work enjoyable and fun.
- Deacea Broadhurst - Never says no to lending me a hand or to answering my silly questions.
- Dolly Allan - Never judges others,is patient and takes the time to get to know people and understand their needs
- Erika Carter - Lovely,kind ,listening.
- Gail Sibthorpe Melluish - Organised, happy, positive and diligent. Always looking to make life easier.
- Graham Ross - Approachable. Great decision maker. Well Balanced & Kind.
- Jacinta Grima - Her compassion and kind heart rubs off on to all who work alongside her.
- Jason Finch - Supportive, considerate, compassionate.
- Jean Cool - Enthusiastic, Caring, Motivated
- Jo Lemarseny - Completely invested in getting the best from people.
- Jonathan Wheatley - Makes the time to share his knowledge and skills.
- Josy Gomes - Her smile is infectious and uplifting. Always eager to give a helping hand.
- Julia Sargent - Wonderful person to work with.
- Julie Gray - A manager's dream employee. Reliable, loyal, flexible, and uses her positive initiative to mitigate day to day spot fires.
- Julie Pell - An inspiration to others in our workplace
- Leon Kemble - Easy going but tough when needed.
- Lillian Turner - Reminds people of the strengths they possess.
- Madeleine Gates - A fantastic, humble leader who leads by example
- Marcus Pearce - A calming face to our clients, all who have a disability. Everyone here loves Marcus.
- Mary Mueller - Caring, empathetic and a wonderful person.
- Melanie McLeod - Gentle with her words but determined in her approach.
- Nicki Ashenden - If she could, would give 101%
- Pearl Quintana - Looks at people as individuals and does not make assumptions.
- Raylene Gregson - Will always step up to support a client in need.
- Rhonda Partridge - A great role model of genuine kindness and caring.
- Rohan Foy - A great manager, he is very helpful and understanding to his team.
- Roslyn Solomon - Just her personality,always smiling & does a good job
- Sarah Colley - Always looking for ways to improve the lives of employees.
- Sagarika Malawanna - Never has a down day! Always in happy spirits and brings a lot of joy and laughter to work!
- Scott Dobbin - Makes work fun, and appreciates our hard working efforts
- Shannon Sutton - Passionate and professional but also brings the element of fun into our workplace every day.
- Stephanie Alderton - Willing to tackle any jobs that are asked of her
- Sue Hayden - Always goes above and beyond what is expected of her.
- Tarnia Mastrullo - She is a joy to be around, always happy.
- Terrie Stackman - Awesome sense of humour. Residents love her and so do staff.
- Tom Wolf - Easy going and creates a calm environment for all
- Urszula Kingswell - Demonstrates true compassion with everyone that she comes in contact with.
- Victor Leong - Also shows over whelming support to his colleagues.
- Warden Curtis- Very supportive, always there when needed.
- Warren McGaw - Always the last to leave.... often the first to arrive.
Does someone you know deserve similar praise? Nominate them for Workmate of the Year Here