MINE SAFETY INSTITUTE OF AUSTRALIA - Key Persons


Anita Besson

Job Titles:
  • Office Administrator
Anita is systems focused and skilled in event management, creative design and creating innovative solutions. With a Bachelor of Business Management and over 22 years administrative and marketing experience across a range of industries, Anita is an integral part of the MSIA Team.

Mark Parcell

Job Titles:
  • Director
Mark has worked in the Queensland mining industry for the past 30 years as a miner, supervisor, manager and consultant. Mark specialises in legislative compliance and has developed several initiatives and programs to assist organisations and individuals fulfil their obligations and improve mine safety and mine ventilation management. Mark is a consultant to numerous multinational or small mining organisations. Mark is a regular speaker at mining industry seminars and has developed courses to assist persons enhance their knowledge and application of mining legislation. Mark is a licenced auditor to the NSW Department of Industry & Investment.

Mines Fire

Job Titles:
  • Rescue Instructor
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Sean Cross

Job Titles:
  • Senior Consultant
Sean Cross has accrued extensive experience and knowledge of development and implementation of safety health and management systems including emergency preparedness and response throughout his 35 years within the coal mining industry - underground and open-cut. With his background in auditing of systems and sub processes within systems, Sean is particularly interested in the application of legislation in the workplace and in the development and mentoring of supervisors and coal mine workers, including the training and competencies of mining personnel.

Sue Sinclair

Job Titles:
  • Administrator
With over 25 years' experience in administrative and PA roles, a positive, helpful, pro-active disposition, Sue's contribution to MSIA includes excellent organisational and communication skills, complete attention to detail in financial management and comprehensive computer skills.