Tom Pagonis
Principal Consultant
Tom Pagonis brings to the table a proficiency and track record in conflict resolution that few can rival.
At the forefront of his field for more than 25 years, he has consistently developed outstanding solutions to often extremely complex workplace and industrial disputes in the public and private sector, both in metropolitan and rural contexts.
An authoritative yet disarmingly approachable communicator, Tom relates naturally with worker and manager alike, building trust and gaining insights that ultimately lead to successful outcomes for all concerned.
His breadth of skills and intimate knowledge of Industrial Relations legislation and practice have been called upon for executive training, tertiary education, policy development and Industrial Relations Commission representation. Most notable of all, however, has been his much lauded implementation of Our Forests Our Future, the $110M government program to redeploy Victorian timber industry workers.
Tom has extensive experience in the tertiary education sector working with student run organisations and unions. He is passionate about ensuring that student money is used efficiently and that student unions are able to modernise and adjust to present-day challenges.
For TLConsult clients, this exceptional know how and practical experience allows Tom to evaluate workplace conflicts quickly and respond decisively with the most appropriate course of action.
As countless businesses, corporations, government departments and NGOs can attest, with Tom on board, a smart, practical and cost-effective solution is never far away.
Accident Compensation Conciliation Service (ACCS)
Tom has recently completed a tenure as Conciliation Officer with the Accident Compensation Conciliation Service (ACCS). The primary function of the role was to conduct conciliations, consistent with the requirements of the Act that are informal, independent, fair, timely and cost-effective. Performing duties while continuing to refine and practice sound and developed principles and processes of Appropriate Dispute Resolution (ADR). In particular:
Working as a member of a team and contributing to ACCS’s collaborative and inclusive culture;
Building, fostering and sustaining strong and constructive internal and external stakeholder relationships;
Maintaining accurate records and supporting governance reporting requirements; and
Undertaking duties while keeping abreast of changing legal case framework relevant to the Victorian workers’ compensation jurisdiction.