About
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About
Us

AUDITOR TRAINING CO

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As part of the Southpac International Group, Auditor Training Co is backed by more than 20 years of ISO auditor training in high-risk industries, including aviation, mining, resources and manufacturing across Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific.

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Meet our team

Get to know the facilitators and team behind Auditor Training Co.

Andy Shone Auditor Training Co

Andy Shone
CEO

Andy is the CEO of Southpac International Group. As an experienced facilitator, Andy has been recognised for his passionate delivery and focus on student engagement. He has overseen the development of many new courses and the implementation of comprehensive Safety and Leadership training programs. Andy is also an active lead auditor and consultant and has conducted hundreds of audits and led the implementation of management systems for over 30 diverse organisations.

Robert Russell Auditor Training Co

Robert Russell
Director Training & Development

Robert has a wealth of experience in Safety Management & Training primarily in the commercial aviation and security sectors. With more than 20 years in the industry as an active crew member, an airline Training Manager and a Human Factors specialist, he has a proven track record in leading and developing large teams throughout his career.

Tania Elgar Auditor Training Co

Tania Elgar
Training Manager

Tania is an experienced and qualified facilitator and assessor, and has worked in senior management roles across various sectors including transport, construction, quarry and asphalt. As well as writing, facilitating and assessing countless training programs, Tania has developed programs and systems within the organisations she has worked for to improve their operations and ensure compliance to legislative requirements.

Tessa Stewart
Learning & Development Manager

Tessa has worked across various industries over the past decade, including customer service, operational and training roles, developing a passion for learning and development along the way. Prior to Southpac, she was a Learning Designer for a major Australian airline where she was responsible for the design and development of training material for airport operations across a global network. Tessa oversees the strategic planning, design, and implementation of innovative training initiatives, ensuring engaging and effective learning experiences. 

Annemette Kilpatrick Auditor Training Co

Annemette Kilpatrick
Admin Manager & Course Coordinator

Annemette has worked with the Southpac International Group since 2007 and, aside from being the main contact for all clients, manages the marketing, coordination, after course administration and exam marking of all courses. Annemette has coordinated hundreds of courses and has developed close working relationships with many clients and participants.

David Munns Auditor Training Co

David Munns
Course Facilitator & Lead Auditor

David is a qualified Lead Auditor and a highly experienced trainer, with over 30 years experience in both training and auditing roles, from the Australian Defence Force (ADF) to commercial aviation and General Aviation. He also has worked as a trainer to the mining industry, teaching and operating some of the largest dump trucks in the world.

Anton de Padua
Learning & Development Specialist

Anton is a highly skilled Learning and Development specialist with a Master’s in Agricultural Engineering and a proven track record in corporate and educational settings. With experience across the global technology and university sectors, Anton designs impactful learning solutions, simplifying complex concepts and driving effective learning outcomes.

Our company history

Our company history

2004: Southpac Aerospace was founded, providing Lead Auditor and Systems training to the aviation industry across Australia, New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific.

2011: Southpac Aerospace becomes a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 32353) and delivers a number of nationally accredited training courses and Diplomas, with clients including Qantas, Jetstar, Boeing, Airbus, Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), and the Australian Defence Force.

2012: Southpac becomes a JASANZ accredited Conformity Assessment Body (CAB), with its first scheme, ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems, targeting the aerospace industry.

2013: A second company, Systems Management Specialists, is formed, supporting local small businesses to develop effective management systems.

2014: Southpac’s certification arm adds two more schemes to its scope – ISO 45001 OH&S Management Systems, and ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems – broadening to certify management systems across all industries.

2016: Systems Management Specialists registers as Southpac International Group, and commences additional services in Human & Organisational Performance (HOP), Management Systems and Leadership Development.

2019: Southpac Certifications Pty Ltd is registered as a standalone company, and the business continues to add certified clients from a range of industries across Australia and New Zealand.

2021: Southpac International Group expands its Management Systems training to include auditor training for other safety-critical industries outside of aviation – initially to support the high risk organisations that are aligned with HOP.

2023: Southpac Aerospace develops its course offering to over 30 courses, while the signature Safety & Lead Auditors Course is attended by hundreds of professionals starting or continuing their auditing career.

2024: Auditor Training Co is launched to deliver Southpac’s renowned auditor training to all safety-critical organisations and industries, backed by over 20 years of auditor training history.