Andrew Gorton

Andrew has owned and operated his own security company for the past 9 years, during which time he has become an expert in incident management and documentation, conflict resolution, compliance with the security industry and liquor acts and liaising with government bodies. He has over 20 years of progressive background in security and hospitality management, suspect profiling, training, risk and threat assessments.

As a member of the Australian Federal Police for 9 years, Andrew was involved in all aspects of training and development for the organisation. Holding a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Andrew continues to instruct in this art. He has trained and mentored many elite athletes from a range of different sports and for the past 11 years has worked as a specialist coach with many NRL teams.

In the last 2 years, Andrew has been travelling to the United Arab Emirates, developing all aspects of skills within their Police Forces. He has qualifications in Assessment and Workplace Training, Security and Risk Management, Security Operations, Mercantile Agents (Financial Services) and Investigative Services.

John Rahme

John also brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to the Neptune stable. He has worked extensively with 100’s of amateur and professional athletes from around Australia over the last 10 years. His no-nonsense but friendly approach to training and getting the best out of people has an infectious effect on our clients.

John, too, has had his fair share of personal challenges. Having been through a 3 ½ year stint in the hospital battling his own physical illness, he is fully aware of what it takes to push through hardship. This has given him the tools to help support drug, alcohol and gambling addicted people get back on track.

Marinos Anastas

Marinos has been working within the Human Services industry for over 15 years, developing both teams and individuals achieve successful measurable outcomes. These results have been attained through a deep understanding of what motivates people and bring them together, including how to sustain these changes for the long term.

Marinos is highly skilled in a range of behavioural change models and interventions, that he then tailors to meet the specific needs of individuals and/or teams. With a strong emphasis on developing interpersonal skills and communication, Marinos prides himself on being ‘outcome focused but, process driven’.

Tracy Candlin

Another worldly member of the team, Tracy brings extensive business and negotiation skills to Neptune. Having worked with the Australian government for many years, Tracy has successfully negotiated billions of dollars worth of contracts and setup complex internal systems. Her ability to work with vast amounts of pressure with a calm head helps her to be able to set up, manage and complete these large projects in the best way possible.

Khalil Rahme

The youngest member of the Neptune team, Khalil brings a youthful energy that resonates with our younger clients. Currently studying Strength and Conditioning, Personal Training and Sports Coaching, this experience and practical training is passed on to those who are looking for that physical edge.

Khalil has recently been drafted into the South Sydney Rabbitohs Under 20’s squad – a testament to his commitment and resilience. From a young age, he has been through many injuries that have jeopardised his future prospects in the sporting arena. But has come through a better person.

Phillipa Kato

Phillipa has 17 years experience with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a two-time world champion. Phillipa was the first woman in NSW to receive her Black Belt in this martial art and has competed all around the world. Phillipa has also competed at the World Championships in Freestyle Wrestling.

Phillipa has developed learning programs based around martial arts, wrestling and body awareness, teaching self-defence and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to women and children domestically and internationally.

As a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor of a male-dominated sport, Phillipa has the ability to command the attention and respect of a class regardless of gender. She is held in high esteem with her peers and believes mutual respect goes a long way.

Phillipa has 20+ years of experience in hospitality management and guest relations and has the ability to cultivate harmonious relationships with customers and vendors and identify and achieve desired results in sometimes challenging environments.

Phillipa is a calm and level-headed person whose life experiences have taught her to relate to people, regardless of gender or cultural background.
She retains clarity in stressful situations, she is empathetic and compassionate and believes in the equality of all people in society.

Shane Smith

As an ex-Special Forces Soldier, Shane has already experienced the best and the worst of what the world can throw at you. That’s why he has become such a valued member of the Neptune team. These experiences make him a perfect fit to help shape leadership teams and individuals in being able to work and function at your best during challenging periods.

Having fought extensively in Afghanistan, Shane has lead teams and men into battle in beyond serious situations. He’s also trained around the world with different national armies and special forces units. The advantages of this are immeasurable to Neptune and are transposed into practical knowledge that is passed onto our clients.

Michael Maguire

To many NRL and Australian sporting fans, his name is associated with winning. Tough and uncompromising, in 2014 Michael “Madge” Maguire successfully coached the South Sydney Rabbitohs to their first NRL Grand Final win since 1971. Known as a great competitor from his early days, he is a great fit for the Neptune team.

Michael is the complete professional, and it’s obvious that he knows how to get the best out assembled teams and the individuals within them. An expert in putting together structured programs for teams that gets results, Michael understands that accountability and responsibility are key pillars to success.