JLT Natural Resources & Construction – People
Following are brief profiles of our people – insurance brokers who are dedicated to act for you, in partnership with you, in your best interests.
Victoria
- Richard Van Velzen – Managing Director, Natural Resources & Construction
BB (Finance & IT), Dip Fin Ser, QPIB, MAICD
Richard’s career in the insurance industry spans 30 years working in the Melbourne, Brisbane and London markets. A recognised industry leader in his field, Richard has led large infrastructure, government, energy and mining projects and operational programme placements. His experience includes broking and consulting for large Australian and international entities, across a broad range of disciplines, including feasibility studies for and management of offshore captives and sophisticated risk financing programmes. Richard is a sought after speaker at national conferences and seminars.
Email: vanvr@jlta.com.au
Phone: (03) 9613 1415
- Peter Varrese – Account Manager, Natural Resources and Construction
ANZIIF (Senior Associate), QPIB
Peter has worked in the insurance industry for over 18 years and he has spent his career with major national and international brokers in Melbourne.
During this period, he has been responsible for the management, placement and servicing insurance programmes of clients engaged in a diverse range of occupations, including Construction Contractors, Engineering Contractors/Consultants, Manufacturers, Retailers, Local Government, Oil & Gas and Mining.
Email: varrp@jlta.com.au
Phone: (03) 9613 1425
New South Wales
- Ian Cuthbert – National Manager, Power and Construction
ANZIIF (Snr Associate), Dip Fin Serv (Broking), QPIB
Ian has 23 years experience in insurance industry, 21 of which have been with JLT. He was recognised as NSW Qualified Practising Insurance Broker of the Year 2000.
Ian specialises in the design of major engineering and construction insurance programmes, and has worked in JLT’s offices in Sydney, London and South East Asia. He leads JLT’s Construction and Power team.
Ian has arranged many project specific construction programmes for both contractors and principals, both in respect of privately owned and State Government assets delivered through Public Private Partnerships. He has also provided advisory services to financiers in respect of major construction insurance placements.
Email: cuthi@jlta.com.au
Phone: (02) 9290 8020
South Australia
- Deb Robson – Business Development Manager, JLT Retail Adelaide
Deb Robson has over 20 years insurance experience, 15 of those were gained working in the UK insurance market. Deb joined JLT in 2002 as Business Development Manager.
Email: robsd@jlta.com.au
Phone: (08) 8418 0229
Queensland
- Michael Longton – Divisional Manager
Mike has more than 30 years in the insurance industry and during that time, he has worked as both an underwriter and broker, specialising in infrastructure, construction, mining and energy sectors.
He is responsible for managing the Natural Resources & Construction segment in Queensland and services a select portfolio of JLT’s major construction and mining clients.
Email: longm@jlta.com.au
Phone: (07) 3246 7569
Western Australia
- Murray Jones – National Manager, Mining and Energy
QPIB, ANZIIF (Snr. Assoc.) Dip Ins Admin, Dip Fin Serv (Broking)
Murray joined JLT in 1985 and has been in the Insurance Industry for 37 years as a Broker and Underwriter. He has worked in various segments of JLT involving major Corporate and Global Insurance Programs.
Murray is responsible for JLT's Natural Resources & Construction segment in Western Australia in addition to specialising in Major Mining risks nationally and internationally.
Email: jonem@jlta.com.au
Phone: (08) 9426 0406