Debra Gilbert-Brough

Debra Gilbert-Brough is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in risk management and health and safety, currently serving as Senior Risk Manager (ANZ) and National Health and Safety Manager at Inghams Group Limited. Prior expertise includes a significant tenure at Fonterra from October 2015 to November 2023, where roles encompassed New Zealand Framework Manager and COO Health and Safety Standards Manager. Responsibilities involved team management, stakeholder engagement, project coordination, and health and safety documentation management. Earlier in the career, Debra worked with the Department of Labour Inspection as a Senior Policy Advisor and Team Leader, where significant contributions included the development of sector action plans and establishment of key stakeholder relationships. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Liberal Studies from The University of Waikato and a Small Business Diploma from Open Polytechnic of New Zealand.