Rory has more than 19 years experience advising on contaminated land across Australia, the UK and Ireland. He is a trusted advisor on complex contaminated land matters, particularly where projects are high-value, time-sensitive, or subject to regulatory or planning scrutiny.
Rory’s expertise spans the full lifecycle of contaminated land projects, with extensive involvement in statutory Environmental Audits. Rory has advised on a diverse portfolio of sites, including petroleum-impacted land, industrial and manufacturing facilities, sensitive-use developments, landfills, and large-scale residential and mixed-use projects.
He is known for his pragmatic, solutions-focused approach, underpinned by strong technical judgement and a detailed understanding of environmental legislation and audit frameworks..
In addition to his project work, Rory provides independent peer review and expert witness services, including the preparation of expert reports and evidence for planning panels and legal proceedings. Rory has a particular interest and expertise in matters involving planning controls, including the application or removal of Environmental Audit Overlays.
Rory is a Certified Environmental Practitioner – Site Contamination Specialist (CEnvP-SC). He is a member of the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand and the Australasian Land & Groundwater Association, and serves as a Chair within the Australian Contaminated Land Consultants Association.
