Dr Rachel Horne

Director Regulation and Advocacy, Royal Australian Navy

Dr Rachel Horne is an experienced leader, maritime lawyer and programme manager, with particular professional and academic expertise in the regulation of emerging technology. Dr Horne’s career has spanned the defence, commercial and government spheres. Dr Horne currently leads the Regulation and Advocacy Directorate within the Office of the Defence Seaworthiness Regulator. Dr Horne’s Directorate comprises a team of Australian Defence Force and Australian Public Service personnel with responsibility for stewardship of the Defence Seaworthiness Management System, identification of emerging hazards and risks, and flag administration.

Dr Horne holds a PhD from the Queensland University of Technology titled “Navigating to Smoother Regulatory Waters for Australian Commercial Vessels Capable of Remote or Autonomous Operation”. Dr Horne also holds a Graduate Certificate in Maritime Studies from the Australian Maritime College, and a Masters of Law, Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, and a Bachelor of Law with Honours from the Australian National University.

Mr Scott Grimley

Deputy Director Flag Administration, Royal Australian Navy

Mr Scott Grimley is Deputy Director Flag Administration, Flag Administration team, Regulation and Advocacy Directorate, ODSwR. Mr Grimley is completing a Bachelor of Arts with a double major, and has particular interest in social justice advocacy and understanding regulatory requirements and their impact in various areas.

Ms Courtney Hopkins

Policy and Project Manager, Royal Australian Navy

Ms Courtney Hopkins is Policy and Project Manager, Flag Administration team, Regulation and Advocacy Directorate, ODSwR. Ms Hopkins is in her final year of a Bachelor of Laws, and has a particular interest in understanding the impact of changing legislative and regulatory requirements on Defence activities.

Mr Robert Jackson

Deputy Director Safety Analysis, Royal Australian Navy

Mr Robert Jackson is Deputy Director Safety Analysis, Safety Analysis team, Regulation and Advocacy Directorate, ODSwR. Mr Jackson has significant experience within the Royal Australian Air Force and the Office of the Defence Seaworthiness Authority, and has a strong interest in driving positive safety outcomes in the Defence environment.

Mr Grant Langlands

Deputy Director Environment Analysis, Royal Australian Navy

Mr Grant Langlands is Deputy Director Environment Analysis, Environmental Analysis team, Regulation and Advocacy Directorate, ODSwR. Mr Langlands has over 20 years’ experience in Defence as an Environmental Officer and Electronic Technician in the Royal Australian Navy.

Ms Kylie Austin

Deputy Director Safety Analysis, Royal Australian Navy

Ms Kylie Austin is acting Deputy Director Safety Analysis, Safety Analysis team, Regulation and Advocacy Directorate, ODSwR. Ms Austin is in her final year of a BA Psychological Sciences, and has a strong interest in the proactive management of safety risks to personnel.

Dr Joseph Lee

Environment Analysis Officer, Royal Australian Navy

Dr Joseph Lee is an Environment Analysis Officer, Environment Analysis team, Regulation and Advocacy Directorate, ODSwR. Dr Lee holds a PhD from the Australian National University and is a non-practising member of the Australian Capital Territory Bar Association.