Specialist Project Resources for the Energy Industry

Built for project success. Backed by experience.

The people behind your project success.

Chris Ward

Founder and Director

Chris founded Valentis following more than a decade of hands-on experience recruiting and resourcing major projects across the oil and gas, marine and renewable energy sectors. His extensive industry knowledge and established professional networks allow him to understand the technical, operational and cultural requirements of complex project environments.

Throughout his career, Chris has successfully supported clients with specialist personnel for construction, asset management and project delivery across Australia and the broader Asia- Pacific region. As Director, he leads Valentis’ strategic direction, business development and client partnerships, with a practical focus on clear communication, reliable execution and delivering the right people at the right time.

Caitlin Goerke

General Manager, Operations

Caitlin brings eight years of recruitment and operational leadership experience across multiple industries. She has successfully overseen high-volume recruitment and workforce delivery across projects of varying scale, scope and complexity, with a proven ability to adapt recruitment strategies to different client and project requirements.

As General Manager of Operations, Caitlin oversees the systems and processes underpinning Valentis’ workforce delivery, including compliance, contracts, mobilisation and contractor management. Her strength lies in bringing structure to complex requirements and developing practical processes and solutions that support consistent, compliant and successful project outcomes.

Nadine Abweh

Senior Operations Coordinator

Nadine brings a strong human resources background and experience supporting high- volume, project-based recruitment. She oversees key operational, onboarding and mobilisation activities, helping ensure personnel are appropriately prepared, compliant and ready for site.

Her experience within ISO-accredited businesses has developed her understanding of quality systems, structured processes and continuous improvement. Nadine’s organised and thorough approach supports a smooth and professional experience for clients and personnel throughout every stage of a placement.

Ashley Craig

Operations Coordinator

Ashley brings a strong human resources background, including experience across people and culture, workforce compliance and HSEQ. She has also supported high-volume, project- based recruitment, giving her a well-rounded understanding of both the employee lifecycle and the operational requirements involved in building and mobilising project workforces.

Her experience within ISO-accredited business environments has developed her strong appreciation for quality systems, consistent processes and continuous improvement. Ashley supports recruitment, onboarding and mobilisation activities, working closely with candidates, contractors and clients to ensure documentation, communication and project requirements progress efficiently.

10

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Years of industry experience

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Compliance Focused

Project resourcing solutions built for execution.

Global Mobility

Permanent Technical Recruitment

Workforce Strategy and Consulting

Workforce Planning and Talent Mapping

Candidate Vetting and Onboarding

Contractor Payroll and Admin Support

ATS and AI-Driven Sourcing Tools

Embedded Talent Acquisition

We provide project partnerships across renewable energy, oil and gas and resources.

Renewable energy:

Project scale teams across Solar, BESS and Wind Construction.

Oil and Gas

Offshore construction decommissioning personnel placed Australia wide.

Power Generation

Operations and Maintenance personnel covering both planned and unplanned outages.

Mining and Resources

Greenfield NPI and process infrastructure construction teams.

Why project teams choose Valentis Project Partners

Industry Focus

The Valentis team has been embedded in the Australian energy and resources sector for over decade.

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Reliable Process

Our recruitment methods are thorough and proven. We handle compliance, reduce admin, and make hiring easier.

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Established Talent Networks

We work with experienced professionals across Australia and offshore, with the skills to deliver results.

03

Speed and Precision

We move quickly without sacrificing quality. Every placement is intentional and aligned to the role.

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Long-Term Partnerships

We build real relationships. Our focus is on creating value for clients and candidates over time, not just filling seats.

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Looking for work in the energy sector?

  • Access to roles with reputable companies in the energy sector
  • Clear communication from start to finish
  • Mobilisation support and onboarding assistance
  • Fully managed payroll and insurance cover during your contract
  • Valentis acts as your employer of record for contract placements. That means we handle pay, compliance, superannuation, and insurance so you can focus on the work.

What our clients and candidates say

We needed 20 site-ready contractors in under two weeks. Valentis delivered, every single one. No drop-offs, no delays, just reliable people who knew what they were doing.

Operations ManagerMidstream Energy Company

Chris connected with me for a position and he successfully placed me as a Project Safety Advisor.
At all times through the process and during my engagement on the contract Chris and his Team maintained contact and kept me in the loop.I highly recommend Chris

Rod Stewart

It was a pleasure to work with Chris and he is the most impressive senior consultant I have dealt with.
He supported me in obtaining my new and exciting engineering position with GE Power & Water and has been very thorough and professional throughout the process. He has been extremely helpful and supportive, offering me advice and communicating with me at each stage. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone and would definitely urge anyone looking for their suitable positions to contact him. Thank you Chris!

Naveed Bhatti

I’ve worked with a lot of recruiters, but Valentis actually followed through. They kept me updated, handled mobilisation, and made sure everything was sorted before I stepped on site.

Drilling SupervisorFIFO Contractor

Chris and the Valentis team just get it. They understand our business, our site requirements, and the importance of compliance. We don’t have to explain things twice. That makes a big difference.

Project DirectorWA Oil & Gas Operator

I recommend Chris as a professional recruiter who helped place me for a short term contract with a large government organisation. Chris was highly organised and committed to ensuring my contract went well and look forward to being placed in another role with Chris in the future. I encourage other industry professionals to engage Chris and utilise his professional services. Thank you again Chris

Andrew Roberts

Chris is a professional well across the scope of his works. In a busy national market place & with clients on critical time management, sourcing personnel to fill such roles is important to all involved. Covid has placed additional pressure on available resources to fill roles. There are limited options for clients to import personnel with all boarders basically shut.
Chris managing in all 5 directions of management, came through for all involved. It’s a pleasure to deal with such people.

Ross Uren

It wasn’t just about placing me in a job. The team at Valentis asked the right questions, looked at the longer term, and helped me find a role that made sense for my skills and goals.

HSE AdvisorOnshore Project

What sets Valentis apart is how fast they respond and how well they know the sector. Every candidate we’ve hired through them has been a strong cultural and technical fit.

HR LeadEngineering & Construction Firm

After moving to Australia, chris Ward helped me find the correct type of work for me. He was able to understand exactly the area of expertise I had and what I was looking for in my first contractor placement. He has a great manner and ease of communication with a fantastic network within the industry.

Lisa Frame

Chris is a Senior Consultant who introduces me to GE for Itchthys project. I believe if not for him, I may not be able to be involved in this great project and prestigious company. He had extraordinary skills and expertise in dealing with issues related to consultancy which Chris manages it in a professional way.
Chris deserves for a much higher level in the company and I strongly recommend.

Jose Secillano

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