Our Team

Chris Hussey

Managing Director

Chris Hussey

Chris Hussey has over forty years of experience in the commercial and industrial painting and coatings industry as well as many years involved with restoring and renovating buildings. His experience has spanned three continents, managing projects in South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and in Australia since 2002, when he joined the OPAT group in Brisbane. In his role as Managing Director.

Chris has a hand-on approach and oversees all aspects of project management on contracts undertaken by OPAT. He is highly specialised in the technical aspects of the industry. Chris's certifications are as follows.

  • Technologist Member of the Institution of Engineers Australia (Member No. 2537936)
  • Member of ACA/ACRA (The Australian Corrosion Association - Member No. 11307)
  • NACE - (National Association of Corrosion Engineers - Inspector No. 8664)
  • Member of MBA (Master Builders Australia) - Member No. 22329
  • QBCC (Queensland Building & Construction Commission) - Licence NO. 1031873
  • General Safety Induction (Construction Industry) 04545
  • Strata Community Association - Strata Services Nominee Member

Brian Mqobi Sibanda

Opat Ropes Manager

Brian Mqobi Sibanda

Brian is highly skilled. Trade Qualified Painter, Waterproofer, and Rope Access Manager, with an extensive knowledge and experience in industrial and commercial buildings, spanning two countries and continents. Brian's certifications are as follows.

  • TRAC 3 Qualified (Rope Access). Proficient in ROPER Safety System - Australian Standard & CE Compliant
  • Working safely at heights - R11WH15S204D
  • Licensed to perform inspections - MEM 15004B
  • Elevated Work Platform = RIIHAN301E & TLID3035
  • Diploma Painting & Decorating - CPC30611
  • Diploma in Roofing & Waterproofing (OSBP AN872489)
  • First Aid Certified - HLTAID001/2/3
  • CPCCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (White card)

Colleen Wessling

Business Development and Operations Manager

Colleen Wessling

Colleen has had a passion for business management from a young age, having been brought up within her family’s business. After gaining extensive knowledge as a business owner in the challenging automotive industry in 2010.

Colleen joined the Opat team in 2019 and continues to pursue further education in the business field. As the Business Development and Operations Manager, Colleen works across many functions within Opat, including marketing, sales, and finance. She is committed to ensuring each client has a rewarding experience from start to finish, and is often the first point of contact for Opat’s clients.

Colleen's certifications:

  • Diploma in Business
  • Certificate IV in Small Business Management
  • Certificate IV in New Small Business
  • Certificate III in Business Administration
  • Advanced First Aid
  • Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry

Memberships:

  • Strata Community Association Qld – Strata Services Nominee Member
  • WomenIn – Women within the Resorts, Management rights and property industry