Paul Matma

Dr. Paul Johnston has accumulated over 25 years of operational and management consulting experience across public and private sectors, with a focus on providing advisory services in various industry sectors in Australia and internationally.

His diverse array of accreditations includes being a Fellow of the Australian Risk Policy Institute (FARPI), Fellow of the Institute of Strategic Risk Management (FISRM), Certified Master Anti-Terrorism Specialist (CMAS), Chartered Generalist OHS Professional (ChOHSP), Registered Presilience Practitioner (RPP), and a Member of the Australian Tactical Medical Association (MATMA).

Paul's expertise lies in public safety and security risk management, organizational capacity development, and behavioral science approaches, emphasizing sustainable cultural change and leadership development within management frameworks.

With a background in organizational psychology and risk management, he offers services in need assessment, management system auditing, issue research/analysis, and organizational change and capacity development, tailored to align with operational needs and strategic goals.

Paul's professional strengths include project risk governance, workshop facilitation, and specialized training in occupational health and safety, risk management, operational safety, defensive tactics, and emergency management.

His education includes the completion of various degrees and certifications, including a PhD in Public Safety Risk Management from Griffith University, a Bachelor of Behavioral Science in OHS & organizational change facilitation from Griffith University, and a Diploma in Security & Risk Management from the National Security Training Academy.

Throughout his career, Paul has been associated with several organizations where he held roles such as Lead Risk Consultant at Risk 2 Solution, Former Adjunct Faculty Member at Griffith University Centre for Environment and Population Health, and Regional Director – Australasia at International Institute for Radicalisation and Security Studies.

Specializing in HSES risk management, public health security, anti-terrorism, threat analysis, and organizational capacity development, Paul's professional journey showcases a vast array of skills and knowledge in the field of risk management and public safety.

His extensive background includes providing services to governmental bodies, private enterprises, and academic institutions, enriching his experience in the realms of security and risk management.

Overall, Dr. Paul Johnston stands as a seasoned professional with a rich tapestry of experiences and a dedication to enhancing safety and risk management practices across various sectors.