Tom Fairman

Tom Fairman is an experienced professional in forest ecology and risk analysis, currently serving as a Future Fire Risk Analyst at the University of Melbourne since June 2021. Previously, Tom held the position of Senior Policy Officer at the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, focusing on forest regulation and policy. Tom’s academic background includes a PhD in Forest & Fire Ecology and extensive teaching and research experience at the University of Melbourne, where involvement included project management, GIS analysis, and development of educational material across various subjects related to forestry and ecosystem services. Additional roles at organizations such as Treetec and the City of Melbourne reflect Tom's expertise in urban forestry and ecological assessment, further complemented by a solid foundation in data analysis and stakeholder engagement gained through various positions with the Department of Sustainability and Environment.