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Environmental, Social & Governance

in the resource sector.

The resources sector operates within a dynamic and high-risk environment which demands an ESG strategy with a broader focus than simply environmental management. Contemporary ESG strategies need to go beyond legal compliance and provide a holistic approach that is “right size” for each organisation and considers the social, governance, health, safety and risk management aspects of the business across the full value chain and stakeholder continuum. Through audit and assurance elements, business’ have the ability to continuously test their strategy, ensuring the system continues to evolve to address the dynamic nature of the operating environment.

ESG: CAPABILITIES & SERVICES

The Talisman ESG Team will support your organisation in the identification, development and deployment of your ESG strategy. Whether it’s working with you to develop your full ESG strategy or assisting you with strategy implementation and execution, Talisman will collaborate with you to deliver superior outcomes. Our integrated service offerings incorporate environment, health and safety, compliance, systems, frameworks, risk and governance processes that underpin organisational performance.

ESG Frameworks And Strategies

Development And Implementation Of ESG Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Reporting Metrics And Related Management Systems In Response To Global Trends And Socio-environmental Impacts.

Specialist Environment & Safety Services

Provision Of Specialist Environmental, Safety And Compliance Services To Support Existing Operations, New Project Development, Changes In Operations, Legal And Regulatory Compliance As Well As Site-based Coverage For Environmental, Safety, Health And Compliance Roles

Risk Management Frameworks

The Development Of Risk Management Frameworks, Facilitation Of Integrated Operational Risk Management And The Implementation Of Critical Control Systems.

Finance, Insurance And Market Advisory

Finance And Insurance Market Advisory Pertaining To ESG Requirements And The Demonstration Of ESG Credentials.

Safety And Health Management Systems

The Development, Implementation And Review Of Safety And Health Management Systems For Corporate And Operational Sites Across All Stages Of The Mining Life Cycle.

Decarbonisaton

We Work With Clients To Transform Their Business For A New Decarbonised Era. We Help Our Clients Leverage The Data And Systems They Currently Have, Develop Solutions To Streamline Workflows, Optimise Asset Performance, And Automate Reporting Requirements.

Governance And Assurance

The Development, Implementation And Facilitation Of Corporate And Site-based Governance, Auditing And Integrated Assurance Programs To Support Effective Implementation Of ESG Strategies And To Assist In Delivering On ESG Membership Requirements, Commitments And Obligations.

Environmental Approvals

Environmental Approvals To Support New Mining Tenure, Greenfield Operations, Brownfield Expansions Or Operational Changes.

Environmental, Social & Governance

How Can Talisman Assist?

At Talisman, we are passionate about generating positive outcomes for your organisation. We are more than advisors, we’re partners working shoulder-to-shoulder with you in the identification, development and deployment of practical, real world ESG solutions that will ensure your organisation becomes a leader in your sector. Together, we will change the face of ESG engagement and stewardship in the mining industry.

Our vision is to partner with asset owners and investors to deliver incredible results. Results that are meaningful, sustainable and cognisant of the ever-evolving operating environment. We deliver value to the full stakeholder chain – not out of obligation; rather, out of an understanding that this is great business.

We have a unique industry understanding of what the client needs, the challenges in the contemporary operating environment and the rigors and ultimate fiduciary responsibility of being entrusted with management of investor funds. We have not only walked a mile in our client’s shoes, we have run a marathon – and won.

Meet our experts behind

Environmental, Social & Governance

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Ivan Budd

Head of ESG Advisory

Ivan brings deep functional expertise across safety and ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) in large, complex organisations. He has 20 years’ experience in the resources and aerospace sector where he has held senior, business wide roles in some of the world’s leading organisations. Ivan has experience across the management systems cycle to drive development, implementation, governance, and continual improvement of business processes across the ESG portfolio. Ivan has a proven track record in delivering excellence in safety and sustainability performance and assurance through his collaborative and risk focused approach. Ivan holds Bachelor qualifications in health and safety and Masters in sustainability studies.

David Edwards

Environmental Field Advisor

A highly skilled Ecologist and Environmental Coordinator, this mining professional brings an impressive array of expertise to the table. With a strong focus on adaptability and communication, he has proven his ability to navigate diverse and large-scale projects across multiple sites. This includes, but is not limited to, the Blackwater Coal Mine, Saraji Coal Mine, Peak Downs Coal Mine, Bauxite Hills Mine, Energy Connect, and various wind farms and gas lines.

Isobel Standfast

Environmental Specialist

Isobel is a highly qualified professional with a diverse set of skills and experience in environmental management, business management, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategies. Her experience in the mining sector, particularly in underground coal mines, spans across all stages of the mining life cycle, including operations, care and maintenance, rehabilitation, and closure. In addition to her mining sector experience, Isobel has also gained a professional certificate in ESG and Social Responsibility and has worked with several companies to develop ESG strategies and roadmaps across a range of industries.

Elmien Ballot

Lead Environmental Auditor

Elmien is an environmental and auditing professional with more than 25 years’ experience as a manager, superintendent, and lead auditor. She has worked across Australia and South Africa in the resources sector for companies such as Wesfarmers, De Beers, Foskor, and Coronado in commodities ranging from coal to diamonds. Throughout her career, she has been involved in third-party, internal and supplier audits of ISO management systems, operations, and regulatory compliance. Elmien’s Master of Environmental Management specialised in sustainability, while the research for her Master of Anthropology identified critical factors in the development of children’s environmental awareness.

Jamie McCorkell

General Manager Sustainability

Jamie is an Environment and Sustainability leader with over 20 years of experience across various sectors. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Env) Hons from Griffith University, a Master of Engineering (Groundwater Management) from the University of Technology Sydney, a Graduate Diploma of Business Management from the Australian Institute of Management, and various other certifications. Jamie has gained extensive leadership and change management experience in defence, water utilities, and the resource value chain from pit to port. Jamie has deep knowledge of business processes design, auditing, improvement and management. Management system experience includes the design, implementation and governance of HSE policy, frameworks, management and monitoring systems against external and internal standards with health, safety environment and security dimensions.

Steph Byrom

General Manager Decarbonisation

Steph is an experienced decarbonisation and policy specialist with proven abilities in providing strategic and technical expertise. She is currently the General Manager of Decarbonisation at Talisman, focusing on strategic and technical solutions for mining industry. Steph is pursuing a PhD in climate and energy policy, wherein she is developing a comprehensive roadmap for achieving a reliable net-zero future in the Australian National Electricity Market. Throughout her professional journey, she has consistently focused on developing decarbonisation projects, providing advice on climate and energy policy, and setting corporate decarbonisation strategy. She has worked for KPMG, Rio Tinto, Gamma Energy Technology and Palaris.

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