The 2026 Australasian Workforce Management Awards Finalists Revealed

The finalists in the running for the 2026 Quest TEMi Australasian Workforce Management Awards have been announced, recognising outstanding individuals, best-practice programs, innovative approaches and exceptional service delivery across the global workforce management profession. 

This year's finalists include emerging talent, specialist teams, service providers and strategic partnerships delivering measurable outcomes for their organisations and the people they support.

The Employee Mobility Institute (TEMi) Founder Deborah de Cerff said this year's entries showcased evolution in a profession increasingly connected to broader organisational priorities, including talent acquisition, retention, business growth, employee experience and international expansion. 

"The 2026 award entries highlighted the many ways the profession is changing — from the use of technology and automation to improve processes, through to innovative approaches to talent attraction, international recruitment, employee experience, family support, compliance and workforce transformation," Ms de Cerff said.

"The 2026 finalists demonstrated the creativity, collaboration and strategic thinking required to respond to changing workforce needs.

"They also demonstrated the importance of collaboration, with many initiatives bringing together HR, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Payroll, Tax, Legal, Technology teams and external partners, to create more connected and effective workforce solutions."

The 2026 finalists include:

Talent Mobility Champion of the Year

• Arup Senior International Mobility Specialist, Natasha Wilson
• ResMed Global Head of Mobility, Jovina Rasiah
• Toll Group Customer Services Operations Manager, Matthew Taite
   

Rising Star in Mobility

• Absolute Immigration Legal Immigration Manager, Yen Wong
• Woolworths Global Mobility Advisor, Keeny Lee 
   

Team Excellence in Global Talent and Mobility Award

• EY People Advisory Services (PAS) Tax - Oceania Assignment Services Team
• Arup International Mobility Team - APAC

Excellence in Strategic Partnership Award

• Blue Tongue & Roam Migration Law
• BHP and Pivt
• Microsoft and Sirva
• Newmont and Vialto Partners

Talent Mobility Service Excellence Award

• AussieOS
• Fragomen
• Sirva
• Vialto Partners

Transformation in Workforce Mobility Award

• APM Internal Mobility Lead, Cherie Rogers
• Green Life Clinics Talent Acquisition Manager, Genna Lewis
• ResMed Global Head of Mobility, Jovina Rasiah
• RMIT University Global Mobility Manager, Leanne Mills

Workforce Mobility in Action

• Arup - Southeast Asia Workforce Mobility Program
• Bridgestone Australia & New Zealand - Lube Mobile Workforce Mobility Initiative
• Qantas - Qantas Global Inbound Talent Attraction Initiative
• Travel + Leisure Co. - Internal Workforce Mobility Initiative

Quest Relocation with Heart Award

• Arup - Natasha Wilson
• BHP - Alexandra Buchanan & Marta De Falco
• Department of Home Affairs - Amie Whiteman
• Rental Search Australia - Jade Costello

Global Mobility Professional (GMP1)® Graduate Excellence Award

• Australian Retirement Trust Global Mobility Specialist, Rianna Geason
• BHP Global Mobility Advisor, Qistina Hassan
• BHP Global Mobility Performance Specialist, Trish Dacanay

Outstanding TEMi Member Contribution Award

• Arup Senior International Mobility Specialist, Annelie King
• Atlassian Global Mobility Manager - APAC, Celia Treloar
• Crown Australia Corporate Account Manager, Serpil Sahin

Launched by TEMi in Australia as the first locally produced awards program for global workforce management professionals eight years ago, the program now sees involvement from hundreds of local and multinational organisations each year and is an opportunity for professionals, teams and organisations from across the APAC region to be recognised for their exceptional work. 

Quest Apartment Hotels (a member of The Ascott Limited), Australasia's leading serviced apartment brand, has played an instrumental role in expanding the program since becoming naming rights partner in 2024. 

Managing Director of The Ascott Limited, Australasia, David Mansfield said, "Relocation is ultimately about people, and this year's nominees represent the very best of an industry committed to making those transitions as seamless and positive as possible.

"Quest has worked alongside the corporate and relocation sector for decades, so we understand the expertise and care required to deliver an exceptional mobility experience. We're proud to partner with TEMi to recognise that contribution and congratulate all of this year's nominees."

The awards program is also proudly supported by Grace Corporate Services and Sirva.

The 2026 winners will be revealed on Friday, 6 November 2026, at the Shangri-La Sydney. 

Tickets to the event are on sale now at www.questtemiawards.com.au.

 

INFORMATION FOR MEDIA

 

Deborah de Cerff is available for interviews, photo and vision opportunities. Please contact Catherine Miller to arrange a time. 
 
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ABOUT THE EMPLOYEE MOBILITY INSTITUTE (TEMi)
 

The Employee Mobility Institute (TEMi) is Australasia's peak body for global workforce management and talent mobility professionals. Representing practitioners across Australia and New Zealand, TEMi is the professional home for HR and mobility leaders, tax and immigration specialists, relocation providers, and business executives committed to advancing workforce mobility in the region.

For more than a decade, TEMi has fostered professional growth and community connection through qualifications, development programs, mentoring, and networking. As the collective voice of the mobility profession, TEMi equips its members with the knowledge, relationships, and influence to anticipate disruption, shape organisational strategy, and elevate the impact of mobility in a globalised economy.

The Quest TEMi Australasian Workforce Management Awards are the region's most prestigious recognition of excellence in talent mobility and workforce management. The program provides a powerful platform to showcase innovation, best practice, and people-first approaches to mobility, while honouring the outstanding individuals and organisations setting new benchmarks for the profession. Each year, the Awards attract entries from multinational corporations, local enterprises, and service providers across diverse industries — reflecting the breadth, influence, and impact of the mobility community in Australasia.

ABOUT QUEST APARTMENT HOTELS

Quest Apartment Hotels is a leading accommodation provider with 160+ locations across Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. For over 35 years, Quest has offered spacious, flexible stays for business and leisure travellers, operated by passionate local franchise owners. Quest is part of The Ascott Limited, a global lodging leader with a diverse portfolio of serviced apartments, hotels and co-living properties in 170+ cities worldwide. Ascott is a wholly owned subsidiary of CapitaLand Limited, one of Asia's largest real estate companies.