leading through care & collaboration
lEADERSHIP
KLM Spatial is led by a team of highly experienced individuals with diverse industry backgrounds and practical experience.
Our leadership team is highly qualified and experienced across all aspects of land development projects – from civil engineering, strategic and statutory planning, to surveying, building design and project management.
Our Managing and Executive Directors have over 40 years collective experience with KLM Spatial, having played a key role in shaping KLM Spatial’s high performing and positive culture.
Executive Directors
Ryan Flack
Managing Director
Ryan has over 25 years’ experience in the co-ordination of design, approvals and construction phase of multi-disciplinary projects in the engineering and urban development industry. Ryan holds qualifications in Civil Engineering (BEng) and Business Administration (BBus). He is a Registered Engineer accredited with CPEng, is a member of AICD, and a contributor to the Association of Land Development Engineers (ALDE). Since joining KLMS in 2016, Ryan has taken on the roles of Engineering Manager and Executive Director of KLM Spatial. In this role he has been responsible for overseeing a large and diverse team of civil designers, construction administration and project engineering professionals.
His passion for collaboration and continual improvement is reflected in his leadership style and the organisational values of KLM Spatial. Ryans focus is directed towards successful execution of the company strategy to evolve and provide Intelligent Land Development consulting services to clients both now and into the future.
Aaron Goodall
Executive Manager Operations
Aaron commenced his career at KLM Spatial in 2006. During his time at KLM Spatial, Aaron has successfully expanded and managed the Town Planning Department and established and led the Building Design Department. In 2018 Aaron was elevated to the position of Executive Director. Aaron is a member of the Planning Institute of Australia and AICD and holds qualifications in Social Science and Law. As the Executive Manager of Operations, Aaron’s pursuit of perfection for clients and the well being of staff is paramount importance. Aaron is a strong leader and has built deep relationships with a range of developers and stakeholders throughout his time at KLM Spatial. He remains actively involved in client projects given his broad knowledge. Aaron is actively involved in the business community particularly in the south east of Melbourne.
Damien Rivalland
Executive Manager Knowledge & Innovation
Damien has been working at KLM Spatial since 2005 and has been an Executive Director since 2018. Obtaining his registration as a Licensed Surveyor in 2008 and awarded J.G Gillespie Gold Medal, Damien has demonstrated academic excellence, Professional Achievement, Innovation, Leadership and Community Spirit. As a Licensed Surveyor, he has thorough working knowledge of all relevant legislation and governmental regulations and procedures acquired through his involvement in all facets of the subdivision process across a broad spectrum of projects. Having a passion for technology, Damien is actively involved in KLM Spatial vision of being a digital leader in Land Development.
Katelyn Nash
Executive Manager Advisory & Business Development
Katelyn’s skill base is demonstrated by a diverse range of project experience, including strategic planning, statutory planning, environmental effects statement, infrastructure development, appraisal of development options, property development feasibility and due diligence, planning advisory and stakeholder engagement. Katelyn’s strength is her ability to effectively and proactively manage projects with innovative solutions to problems. This is further strengthened by Katelyn’s knowledge of planning systems in all states and her ability to undertake projects on a national basis. Katelyn is particularly interested in partnering with clients to achieve their goals.
Leadership team
Aaron Goodall
Executive Manager Operations
Jason Hay
Advisory Lead
Brett Sanderson
Advisory Lead
Wayne Armstrong
Construction Engineering Manager
Chris Powell
Survey Manager
Louise Lowe
Planning & Design Manager
Marc Kiven
Project Delivery Manager
Steve McNamara
Engineering Manager
Michelle Wallace
Finance Manager
we lead through collaboration, respect and learning
More About Us
MISSION & PEOPLE
Over 40 years we’ve built a land development consultancy with a clear mission and hard working, collaborative spirit.
APPROACH
Our approach is built on deep industry ties, a collaborative methodology, and pragmatic negotiation skills. It makes a fundamental difference to the outcomes we achieve for our clients.
SUSTAINABILITY
All our land development projects incorporate sustainable principles that preserve the natural environment, reduce energy and water consumption, and wherever possible, make use of renewable materials.
CAREERS
Our culture of collaboration runs through everything we do. Joining KLM Spatial provides opportunities for career and personal growth beyond a role title.