Our Team
As purpose-led owners and developers of high-integrity carbon abatement and biodiversity projects, we establish genuine partnerships to deliver long-term social and cultural benefits now, and for generations to come. Our team of professionals are highly experienced in carbon markets, land tenure and Indigenous engagement.
Management
Peter Balsarini
CEO & Executive Director
Peter has an extensive background spanning carbon markets, carbon sequestration, agriculture, renewable energy, commercial property, the industrial sector and the technology sector. Peter brings over 30 years’ experience in Corporate Advisory and ASX listed entities and was previously the CEO of an ASX listed entity in the carbon forestry industry.
Brendon Grylls
Executive Director
Charlene Doyle
General Manager – Commercial
Charlene has over five years of legal and operational expertise, with a strong focus on contract negotiation and regulatory compliance. At Salubris, Charlene will play a key role in shaping and executing business strategies as well as acting as the Indigenous Advisory Committee Secretary. Charlene is passionate about driving continuous improvement and fostering innovation across operational processes to drive sustainable growth and excellence.
Chris Wyhoon
General Manager – Pastoral
Chris has specialised in natural resource management, sustainable beef production, and regenerative agriculture for over 35 years. He has extensive governance experience across agri-focused boards and industry councils, as well as a proven track record in rural education, holistic land management and OH&S.
Nick Rappa
General Manager – Carbon, Modelling and Remote Operations
Nick’s career has spanned mining, renewables, and green hydrogen, specializing in developing geospatial models for site selection and project feasibility. At Salubris Australia, Nick leads the technical evaluation, monitoring and modelling of carbon abatement projects, remote field operations, LiDAR and machine learning programmes.
Ludmila Segato
Geospatial Analyst
Combining office-based GIS analysis with field experience, Ludmila has a wealth of experience supporting environmental consulting projects. At Salubris, Ludmila will provide expertise in GIS mapping, spatial data analysis and geospatial data management to support environmental monitoring and exploration.
Leechelle Hammat
Project Officer
Leechelle is a proud Kaprun woman from the Goldfields region of Western Australia, with over 12 years’ experience in education. Throughout her time as a teacher, Leechelle has advocated for the development of On-Country Programs to foster a true understanding of connecting to the land. At Salubris, Leechelle will help promote the importance of preserving and protecting local regions.
Abi McKenzie
Office Manager
Abi combines her diverse background in facilities management and administrative support with experience in law firms servicing the energy and infrastructure sectors. Her professional expertise is complemented by her academic qualifications in Criminology and Social & Developmental Psychology, reinforcing her commitment to social justice and positive community outcomes. Abi provides workplace and operational support across Salubris Australia’s diverse portfolio of projects.
Guy Singleton
Strategic Advisor
Guy brings over 20 years of professional experience spanning Indigenous people’s development, environmental management, sustainability, and political engagement. With a PhD in Indigenous people’s development, he specialises in developing and maintaining meaningful and ethical partnerships with Traditional Owners. Guy currently serves as the Chief External Affairs Officer at DEVELOP and Chairman of Central Desert Native Title Services.
Lindsey Langford
Advisor Indigenous Projects & Partnerships
Lindsey brings over 20 years of experience across Indigenous land management, strategic growth, governance and community development. As the Founder and former CEO of the Indigenous Desert Alliance, he specialises in navigating biodiversity and carbon market policies and opportunities to empower Indigenous communities to achieve sustainable, self-directed outcomes.
Board
Edward Rigg
Chairman
Haydn Smith
Non-Executive Director
Peter Balsarini
CEO & Executive Director
Michael Blakiston
Non-Executive Director
Brendon Grylls
Executive Director
Colleen Hayward
Independent Non-Executive Director
Professor Colleen Hayward is a respected senior Noongar woman with extensive experience in developing programs to support and empower Aboriginal people in Western Australia. Over the last 35 years, Colleen has provided significant input to policies and programs on a wide range of issues at a community, state and national level, spanning education, employment, law and justice.
Fostering closer collaboration
Salubris’ Indigenous Advisory Committee provides a platform for Indigenous representatives to help enhance the company strategy and inform the Traditional Owner Engagement Plan. Together, we can remain committed to delivering social and environmental outcomes that will benefit local communities.
Indigenous Advisory Committee
Guy Singleton
Chairperson
Guy brings over 20 years of professional experience spanning Indigenous people’s development, environmental management, sustainability, and political engagement. With a PhD in Indigenous people’s development, he specialises in developing and maintaining meaningful and ethical partnerships with Traditional Owners. Guy currently serves as the Chief External Affairs Officer at DEVELOP and Chairman of Central Desert Native Title Services.
Colleen Hayward
Committee Member
Professor Colleen Hayward is a respected senior Noongar woman with extensive experience in developing programs to support and empower Aboriginal people in Western Australia. Over the last 35 years, Colleen has provided significant input to policies and programs on a wide range of issues at a community, state and national level, spanning education, employment, law and justice.
Peter Jeffries
Committee Member
Peter is a highly regarded senior Aboriginal leader from the Pilbara region with extensive experience across government, industry, and Aboriginal tourism consulting. Peter served as CEO of the Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation and is an experienced Board Director for Indigenous Corporations. He brings deep cultural knowledge and strategic insight, supporting strong outcomes for communities and Country.
Delivering impact with science and integrity
Salubris’ Scientific Advisory Committee provides strategic oversight and scientific rigour across our growing portfolio of carbon, biodiversity and environmental projects. Together, we can remain committed to delivering high-integrity biodiversity and carbon projects that generate measurable environmental outcomes and create opportunities for Western Australia’s mining industry.
Scientific Advisory Committee
Peter Klinken
Chairperson
Professor Peter Klinken is one of Western Australia’s most distinguished medical scientists, with more than 50 years of experience in biomedical science, research leadership, and innovation. As Western Australia’s former Chief Scientist, he provided independent advice to Government and helped strengthen the State’s research ecosystem. Peter has a passion for creativity and innovation, with particular focus on energy transition, decarbonisation and Indigenous knowledge systems.