Country Fire Authority Executive and Leadership Team

Jason Heffernan, the Chief Executive Officer, Cfa Registered Training Organisation at Country Fire Authority, directs all strategic training initiatives and emergency response standards. Overseeing the development of comprehensive educational frameworks, the Chief Executive Officer, Cfa Registered Training Organisation ensures that all volunteer and professional personnel maintain peak operational readiness. This leadership role involves aligning training curricula with evolving fire safety requirements across the state of Victoria. By managing the Registered Training Organisation, Jason Heffernan directly impacts the quality of fire preparedness services delivered to the public. The Chief Executive Officer, Cfa Registered Training Organisation coordinates with the Board to secure resources for critical safety programs. Through rigorous oversight of training outcomes, the Chief Executive Officer, Cfa Registered Training Organisation strengthens the overall resilience of the organization against complex fire risks while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety excellence.

Sam Costanzo, the Chief Financial Officer at Country Fire Authority, manages the fiscal health and budgetary allocations for all emergency response operations. Overseeing the financial planning and resource distribution, the Chief Financial Officer ensures that funding supports critical fire safety infrastructure and community education initiatives. This leadership role involves maintaining strict compliance with government financial standards while optimizing expenditure across various fire districts in Victoria. By implementing robust fiscal controls, Sam Costanzo directly impacts the long-term sustainability of the organization. The Chief Financial Officer collaborates with executive leadership to align capital investments with the core mission of fire risk management. Through precise financial reporting and strategic resource management, the Chief Financial Officer secures the necessary capital to maintain high-performance emergency services, ensuring that every dollar contributes to the safety and protection of the communities served by the organization.

Mohini Sashindranath, the Head Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Finance at Country Fire Authority, executes daily financial operations and manages internal accounting controls. Overseeing the financial reporting processes, the Head Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Finance ensures that all departmental budgets align with the broader fiscal strategy of the organization. This leadership role involves monitoring cash flow and auditing expenditures to maintain transparency in the delivery of fire safety services. By streamlining financial workflows, Mohini Sashindranath directly impacts the operational efficiency of the finance department. The Head Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Finance supports the Chief Financial Officer by providing granular data analysis for regional resource allocation across Victoria. Through meticulous oversight of financial records, the Head Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Finance ensures that all fiscal activities remain compliant with state regulations. This role provides the necessary financial stability to support the ongoing mission of fire risk mitigation and community protection.

Julie Chivers, the Chief Information Officer at Country Fire Authority, architects the digital infrastructure and data systems required for effective emergency response. Overseeing the integration of advanced communication technologies, the Chief Information Officer ensures that real-time data flows seamlessly to field teams across Victoria. This leadership role involves modernizing IT systems to support fire risk modeling and community safety outreach. By driving digital transformation, Julie Chivers directly impacts the speed and accuracy of emergency decision-making processes. The Chief Information Officer collaborates with other C-suite leaders to secure network integrity and protect sensitive operational data from cyber threats. Through the implementation of scalable technology solutions, the Chief Information Officer enhances the overall efficiency of the organization. Julie Chivers maintains a focus on technological innovation to ensure that all digital tools remain reliable during high-pressure fire events, ultimately supporting the safety of the public.

Jacquie Montgomery, the Head Deputy Chief Information Officer, Business Solutions at Country Fire Authority, directs the development of software applications and business process automation. Overseeing the implementation of internal business tools, the Head Deputy Chief Information Officer, Business Solutions ensures that administrative functions support the primary mission of emergency response. This leadership role involves bridging the gap between technical capabilities and the practical needs of staff members across Victoria. By optimizing business solutions, Jacquie Montgomery directly impacts the productivity of the organization. The Head Deputy Chief Information Officer, Business Solutions collaborates with the Chief Information Officer to align software development with long-term digital strategy. Through the deployment of user-friendly business systems, the Head Deputy Chief Information Officer, Business Solutions enhances the internal coordination of fire safety initiatives. This role ensures that all business processes remain agile and responsive to the evolving demands of the organization and the communities served.