Simon Stewart

Simon has led the Operational Performance Group since mid-2022, leading a team of 60 staff providing a range of expert services including data & reporting, service improvement, service culture, digital experience, operational excellence, change and communications management and business continuity planning.

Simon previously led the Easier Research Business program across the University which comprised seven workstreams, transforming the way research support is delivered to researchers, partners, and professional staff.

Prior to joining the University, Simon had an extensive career in executive leadership and consulting roles in transformation, change and program management. His industry experience is broad including roles in financial services, legal, petrochemical and oil and gas. His leadership includes stints at BP, NAB and ANZ, notably as Global Head of Project Delivery and Transformation.

Simon holds a Master of Business Administration from Melbourne Business School and a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (hons) from the University of Melbourne.