Workers' Compensation

Ayden has been an Accredited Exercise Physiologist since 2014, holding a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology (Professional Honours) and an MBA. He began his career in private practice and not-for-profit chronic condition management before transitioning to occupational rehabilitation in 2016 as a Rehabilitation Consultant in Tasmania. Ayden now oversees operations in ACT, TAS, NT, and WA. During his MBA, Ayden conducted research on factors impacting return-to-work outcomes in occupational rehabilitation. In 2023, he was awarded “Excellence in an Individual’s Contribution to Injury Management” by WorkSafe Tasmania. Ayden has served as a guest lecturer at UTAS, developed course content, and is a member of the Course Advisory Committee for UTAS’s Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science degrees. He is the current Tasmanian President and national council member of the Australian Rehabilitation Provider Association (ARPA) and a member of the ESSA TAS Committee and ESSA National Exercise Physiology Working Group.

Brennan has a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology with two years of clinical experience and over 6 years lecturing the Occupational Rehabilitation subject for Masters of Exercise Physiology at the Australian Catholic University. Brennan is a representative on the QLD ARPA committee and holds a committee member on the Health Benefits of Good Work (HBGW) steering committee. As Head of Managed Fund States (NSW, VIC, QLD and SA) his team has achieved consistently exceptional outcomes for clients and customers through a customer centric and people focused approach.

Dean brings over 10 years of dedicated experience in occupational rehabilitation. As an experienced Rehabilitation Counsellor, with a proven track record of working effectively within the New and Same employer space. Specialising in Victoria Workers Compensation and committed to delivering outstanding results for both customers and clients.
Dean has an excellent understanding of all aspects of Victorian Workers Compensation, with the ability to identify strategies and supporting stakeholders in making sustainable return to work

Denis has over 30 years’ experience working in injury prevention and management from both the provider and large employer perspectives. Since January 2021 Denis has supported relationships with Rehab Management’s Queensland based clients. With formal qualifications in Physiotherapy, Workplace Health and Safety, and Ergonomics, Denis brings a combination of technical expertise and broad industry experience to bear to identify “fit for purpose” solutions for our clients.

Hailey Buchhorn is the Clients Relations Manager for the Underwritten States workers compensation schemes with a strong background in clinical practice, people leadership, and account management. Hailey has over 10 years’ experience in personal injury schemes, having worked on both the treatment and rehabilitation consultancy sides of workers compensation schemes across Australia. Hailey supports our local teams to exceed customer expectations, delivering consistently high quality services regardless of where the referral sits across Australia. Hailey works to ensure that services are delivered in line with service expectations and performance metrics, empowering consultants to achieve the best outcomes for all clients.

Jamieson Lewis is the Western Australia Area Manager. Jamieson has more than 10 years’ experience in workplace rehabilitation and is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist having graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Exercise Physiology) from Murdoch University in 2015. Jamieson is an experienced people leader passionate about empowering the lives of others through leading teams to excellence in the field of vocational rehabilitation and injury management, particularly within the WA Workers Compensation framework. In his role as Area Manager, Jamieson is responsible for overseeing all aspects of operational management in WA, inclusive of service delivery, quality assurance, and customer management.

Kara is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with over a decade of clinical experience and five years in workplace rehabilitation. She holds a Bachelor of Human Movement Science with a focus on Occupational Health & Safety from Central Queensland University and a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology with a specialisation in rehabilitation from Charles Sturt University. As the Area Manager for the Northern Territory, Kara oversees a broad portfolio across extensive rural and remote regions. She leads a dedicated team of consultants known for their exceptional, client-centred approach, ensuring outstanding outcomes for their clients.

Kate Fraser is the Area Manager for South Australia and an Occupational Therapist with over eight years of expertise in the workplace rehabilitation sector. Holding a Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy), Kate brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to client care. She has led her team to achieve outstanding results by championing a customer-focused approach. Kate’s leadership is marked by her dedication to both her clients well-being and her team’s success, consistently delivering outcomes.

Tim McKeown is a dynamic workers compensation and injury management specialist with over 12 years of expertise in workplace rehabilitation. As the NSW Client Relationship Manager, he leads quality assurance initiatives, strategic interventions, and consultant development to drive performance and customer satisfaction. With extensive knowledge in occupational rehabilitation, claim strategy, and workplace injury prevention, Tim provides customised, customer-centric solutions that improve workers’ compensation outcomes and foster safer work environments for his customers

Tracey is the Client Relationship Manager for Insurance for NSW. With over 25 years’ experience working in workers compensation and personal injury schemes, she leverages her extensive expertise in workplace rehabilitation and recovery through work, to lead the implementation of evidence-based best practices in service delivery and return-to-work. Tracey’s commitment to quality assurance and continuous improvement, ensures a strategic focus when delivering exceptional customer service and achieving optimal recovery outcomes.