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About Sage Workplace Advisory
At Sage Workplace Advisory, we understand that for CEOs, senior leaders and instructing law firms, complex workplace issues require absolute clarity, discretion and strategic precision.
Built on a foundation of independent advice and confident decisions, we partner with executive leadership and legal advisers to navigate highly sensitive, high-risk people operations.
We deliver objective, legally robust guidance that protects your organisation, safeguards your reputation and ensures integrity.
Meet the Team
Faiyaz Devjee
Managing Director
Faiyaz Devjee is a certified workplace investigator, mediator and senior human resources and employee relations leader with more than 20 years of experience across Australia and New Zealand. His career spans mining, construction, education, manufacturing, aged care, engineering and resources sectors.
As Principal Consultant and Lead Workplace Investigator at IRiQ Law from 2018 to 2022, Faiyaz conducted and led trauma-informed investigations for employers and law firms. His work covered personal work-related grievances, conduct and behaviour concerns, interpersonal conflict, sexual harassment, bullying and workplace practice issues. He applies structured interview frameworks, clear evidence summaries and procedurally fair processes, with reports that distinguish factual findings from management options.
Faiyaz has also served as Head of Human Resources – Australia & New Zealand at EQUANS ANZ in Brisbane. Throughout his career, he has worked closely with Health, Safety & Environment leaders and acted as a trusted adviser to chief executives and board members.
He holds a Certificate III in Investigative Services from the Australian Training Institute, a Master’s Degree in Management and a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources Management from the University of Otago. Faiyaz served as President of the Industrial Relations Society of Queensland from 2023 to 2025, following his tenure as Vice President Employer from 2018 to 2023.
Clive Ross
Principal Consultant
Clive Ross is an experienced chief executive and engineering leader with more than 20 years’ senior leadership experience across complex, diversified businesses in Australia and New Zealand. He has held executive roles with EQUANS ANZ, Ventia, Fredon, Aurecon and UGL, delivering growth, strategic business improvement and stronger operational performance across the manufacturing, resources, engineering, infrastructure and technical services sectors. His experience includes developing corporate governance and compliance plans, as well as strategic plans that align organisational priorities, strengthen accountability and support sustainable performance.
As Chief Executive Officer of EQUANS ANZ from 2021 to 2022, Clive led a multidisciplinary technical services business providing solutions across HVAC, fire, electrical, communications and audio-visual systems. Before joining EQUANS, he served as a General Manager at Ventia, supporting infrastructure services across the asset lifecycle. His earlier leadership positions included Managing Director, Asset Services at Fredon; Global Managing Director, and Head of Asset Management and Advisory at Aurecon; and Executive General Manager, UGL Resources Asset Services.
He holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of the Witwatersrand and a Diploma in Project Management. His professional accreditations with Engineers Australia include Fellow of Engineers Australia and Engineering Executive, and he previously held Chartered Professional Engineer status.
Dr Sharon Saunders
Consultant
Dr Sharon Saunders is an accomplished leader, consultant, and academic with extensive experience in leading organisational change and people strategy across the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Her international career has included senior leadership and consultancy roles with the University of Cambridge and Griffith University, and prescient projects in government and research institutions. Her strengths lie in aligning high-level strategy with grounded, practical human outcomes.
She is a recognised authority on professional development, corporate governance, and workplace culture. With a PhD in Organisational Behaviour and a Master in Human Resource Management, Dr Saunders brings a rigorous, evidence-based approach to complex human resource and leadership challenges.
Her expertise is frequently sought in high-stakes negotiations and strategic planning sessions, where her ability to balance commercial imperatives with human-centric solutions delivers significant value to clients across various industries.
Brendan Daly
Consultant
Brendan Daly is an experienced human resources and employee relations leader with a career spanning major construction, engineering, mining, energy and infrastructure projects across Australia. He brings practical expertise in workforce strategy, mobilisation, recruitment and selection, employee and industrial relations, organisational change, risk management, learning and development, and workplace investigations.
As Human Resources Manager at McConnell Dowell, Brendan supports complex project environments and geographically dispersed workforces. His experience includes work across Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory on significant resources and infrastructure developments, including the Kidston Pumped Storage Hydro Project, Northern Gas Pipeline, QCLNG and APLNG projects, Curtis Island and the Caval Ridge mining project.
Brendan’s earlier career includes senior people and culture, human resources, employee relations and industrial relations roles with Downer, Civmec, Barminco, SNC-Lavalin and other engineering and contracting organisations. This breadth of experience enables him to balance commercial and operational priorities with sound people practices, effective stakeholder engagement and fit-for-purpose workforce solutions.
He holds a Master of Human Resource Management from Griffith University, with studies encompassing human resources strategy, recruitment and selection, innovation and change management, management consulting, international human resources, adult learning and development, and managing people. Brendan is an AHRI Certified Member and holds industry credentials in workplace health and safety investigations, risk management, coal mine induction and construction safety.
Brendan believes strong relationships are fundamental to organisational and project success. His approach is collaborative, pragmatic and grounded in a clear understanding of operational realities, helping leaders and teams build capable, engaged and productive workplaces.
Allanna Kelsall
Consultant
Allanna Kelsall is a strategic and pragmatic people and business executive with extensive experience leading transformation, culture, customer experience, communications, risk and operational excellence across Australia and internationally.
Her executive career has included senior leadership roles with Brighter Super, St Vincent’s Health Australia, RSL Queensland, PresCare, Bolton Clarke, Arise Virtual Solutions and Comcast. Most recently, she served as Chief People Officer at Brighter Super from 2022 to 2025. She founded Corporate Judo, advising organisations on human resources, transformation and engagement.
Allanna has led large, small, geographically dispersed and remote workforces across government, telecommunications, technology, defence, healthcare, aged care, retail, wholesale, hospitality and contact centre environments. Her global experience spans Australia, New Zealand, Asia, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Korea.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management from Southern Cross University and the Senior Professional in Human Resources credential from SHRM. Known for her decisive, innovative and energetic leadership style, Allanna combines strategic vision with practical execution to help organisations, leaders and teams achieve meaningful, sustainable outcomes.
Our Values: The SAGE Way
S: Sagacious.
Deep executive wisdom for confident decisions.
A: Accountable.
Delivering on commitments, owning outcomes and building strategic trust.
G: Genuine.
Guided by integrity, fairness, and respect for every person.
E: Excellence.
Masterful execution that drives organisational success.
