HR Engage Podcast

In this edition of the podcast, Jonathan sits down with the Rod Francisco, a HR leader with a diverse background that spans from his early career in the military to strategic roles in the resources sector and local government. Rod shares his journey of transitioning from the army to human resources, where he developed his passion for leadership, culture, and values. He offers insights into the sim...

Welcome to the HR Engage Podcast with Jonathan Mamaril, in this episode of Jonathan sits down with renowned HR leader Mark Linley, whose career spans over two decades across diverse industries including aviation, retail, corrections, and immigration. Mark brings rich insights from his 12 years in Dubai, where he managed regional HR operations for organisations with workforces exceeding 220,000 emp...

In this episode of the HR Engage, host Jonathan Mamaril is joined by Oloff Visser, a seasoned executive with an impressive career across South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia. From industrial relations and legal negotiations to large-scale change management and business transformation, Oloff’s journey is packed with wisdom for HR professionals at every stage of their career. Jonathan and Oloff...

Welcome to this edition of the HR Engage Podcast, with Jonathan Mamaril.  In this edition of the podcast, Jonathan talks with Paula Holden, a seasoned leader in HR and people & culture, with nearly 30 years of experience across executive leadership, board directorships, and workforce strategy. This episode explores Paula’s diverse career journey—from her early days in HR to her current role as...

In this episode of the HR Engage Podcast, Jonathan Mamaril is joined by Samantha Pickering , Chief Operating Officer at Queensland Computers and a 40 Under 40 award recipient. With a career spanning diverse industries—from early childhood education to automotive sales and HR leadership—Samantha brings a wealth of experience in people management, leadership development, and workplace culture . Toge...

🚀 Welcome to the HR Engage Podcast! Today, we sit down with Roseta Jacobs —a powerhouse in HR, learning & development, and workplace transformation. From growing up in apartheid South Africa to breaking barriers in corporate leadership, Roseta shares her inspiring journey, insights on workplace diversity, and why learning & development is the key to change. 🔹 What you'll learn in th...

In this episode of the HR Engage podcast, Jonathan Mamaril talks with Natasha Hydon. For those who work in government, whether local or state, Natasha probably needs no introduction. Her career spans decades and industries, with a central focus on connection—whether it’s people, systems, or ideas. From Melbourne to Mount Isa, Natasha’s journey is rich with lessons on adaptability, leadership, and...

In this edition of the podcast. Jonathan sits down with Dave Madeley, an accomplished HR Manager and People & Culture Leader, for an insightful discussion that challenges traditional HR perspectives. Drawing from his unique background in law enforcement and extensive international experience, Dave brings a refreshing philosophy to HR management. He advocates for HR as a vital business support...

In this episode of the HR Engage Podcast, Jonathan Mamaril talks with Nicole Hall.  Nicole has had an incredible career journey, pivoting from economics and investments into senior HR roles across industries like mining, construction, and government. Most recently, she’s been driving people and culture initiatives in a retirement living company. In this episode, she shares her unconventional path...

Welcome to the first episode of the HR Engage Podcast with Jonathan Mamaril! In this debut episode, Jonathan is joined by Kerine Nightingale, a highly experienced HR professional with a remarkable consulting background. Kerine dives into her career journey, sharing how being "thrown into the fire" early on helped her develop a fearless approach to tackling challenges, which became a corn...