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BUILDING SHIFT WORK CAPABILITY ACROSS 24/7 WORKFORCES

SHIFT WORK

CHAMPIONS™

Empowered People. Safer Shifts. Stronger Results.

Develop Shift Work Champions™ who understand the realities of shift work and help build lasting shift work capability across your organisation

“Real change doesn't come from another training session. It comes from developing people who influence change every shift."

WOMEN & SHIFT WORK 

Evidence-based education for women working around the clock.

Women experience shift work differently.

Hormones, menstrual cycles, fertility, pregnancy, perimenopause and menopause all influence how the body responds to disrupted sleep and circadian rhythms.
In this webinar, I'll explain what the latest research tells us and share practical strategies to help you better understand your body, improve your health and perform at your best while working shifts.
Because when you understand your biology, you can work with it—not against it.

Evidence-Based Shift Work Coaching

Working around the clock places unique demands on your body, your mind and your relationships. Generic health advice simply doesn't work when your schedule changes every week.
If you're struggling with fatigue, poor sleep, low energy, weight gain, digestive issues or knowing what to eat and when, you're not alone.
My one-to-one coaching is designed specifically for 24/7 shift workers.
Together, we'll build practical systems around sleep, circadian rhythms, daylight, nutrient timing and movement that fit your roster, not somebody else's.
Drawing on more than 40 years of frontline shift work experience and the latest evidence in shift work science, I'll help you improve your health, increase your energy and perform at your best both on and off the job.
Because thriving as a shift worker isn't about trying harder.
It's about understanding how your biology works and building systems that support it.
 

The Hidden Cost of Shift Work

Long-term shift work has been associated with an increased risk of:

 
  • Obesity 
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Mood fluctuations and disturbances
  • Gastrointestinal concerns such as constipation and stomach discomfort
  • Shift-work disorder
  • Metabolic Syndrome
  • Stress
  • Strained relationships in and out of the home
  • And more!
Shift work doesn't have to define your future.
With the right education, practical strategies and ongoing support, you can improve your sleep, restore your energy and build habits that support long-term health and performance.
It doesn't have to be this way.

Whether you're looking to improve your own health or build shift work capability within your organisation, there's a path forward.

 

Why A Healthy Shift Exists

For more than 40 years, I worked around the clock in one of Australia's most demanding frontline professions.

Like so many shift workers, I accepted fatigue, poor sleep, brain fog and low energy as simply part of the job.
I thought that was normal.
I was wrong.
When I began studying the science of sleep, circadian rhythms, nutrition and human performance, I realised the problem wasn't shift work itself.
The problem was that nobody had ever taught us how to work shifts in a way that supported our biology.
That discovery changed my life.
Today, I combine four decades of lived experience with the latest evidence to help shift workers improve their health and help organisations build healthier, safer and more capable 24/7 workforces.
Everything I teach is practical, evidence-based and designed to work in the real world, not just in a laboratory.
Because every shift worker deserves access to the education I never had.
It doesn't have to be this way.

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How I'll Help You Thrive as a Shift Worker

Shift work doesn't have to come at the expense of your health, your family or your performance.
My role is to help you understand how your body responds to shift work and build practical systems that fit your roster, your lifestyle and your goals.
Together, we'll focus on the foundations that matter most:
• Better sleep and recovery
• Circadian rhythm optimisation
• Daylight exposure and timing
• Nutrient timing around your shifts
• Sustainable movement and exercise
• Energy, focus and long-term health
This isn't about strict meal plans, calorie counting or unrealistic routines.
It's about creating simple, evidence-based habits that work in the real world and continue working long after our coaching finishes.
Because lasting results come from building better systems, not relying on motivation.
 

Client Testimonials

Clients are thriving, not just surviving. They leave with a positive body image, more energy, and improved stress management.

Rog was able to create a safe space for me to share openly and honestly, I was not afraid to share my losses or bad weeks, and excited to tell him when I was doing well!

Rhianna - Whisky Ambassador

Rog supported me and kept me accountable with regular zoom calls and weekly check ins. His amazing attitude and smile are infectious.  I have really enjoyed my time working together and highly recommend his personal one-on-one approach to anyone struggling with shift work.

Teah - FiFo

Build Shift Work Capability. Protect Your Workforce.

A healthy, high-performing 24/7 workforce doesn't happen by chance.

It requires evidence-based education that helps people understand how shift work affects their sleep, health, decision-making and long-term performance.
That's where Shift Work Champions™ comes in.
Rather than relying on one-off wellbeing initiatives, Shift Work Champions™ helps organisations build internal capability by educating, developing and supporting shift workers from within.
The result is a workforce better equipped to manage fatigue, improve recovery and make safer, more informed decisions on every shift.
Organisations that invest in shift work capability can:
Reduce fatigue risk by helping staff understand the biological impact of shift work and how to manage it.
Support workforce performance through practical systems that improve sleep, recovery and day-to-day decision-making.
Strengthen retention and wellbeing by giving employees the knowledge and confidence to better manage the demands of working around the clock.
Build a culture of shared responsibility where evidence-based education becomes part of everyday operations, not just another wellbeing initiative.
Shift Work Champions™ is more than a keynote.
It's a practical framework that helps organisations build healthier, safer and more capable 24/7 workforces.

How We Can Work Together

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    One-to-One Coaching

    Transform your health with personalised coaching designed specifically for shift workers.

    Together, we'll build practical, evidence-based systems around sleep, circadian rhythms, daylight, nutrient timing and movement that fit your roster and your life.

    This is my most comprehensive coaching, providing the education, accountability and support needed to create lasting change.

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    Coaching Consultation

    Need expert advice without committing to a coaching program?

    A Coaching Consultation gives you the opportunity to discuss your biggest challenges, ask questions and receive practical, evidence-based strategies tailored to your roster and circumstances.

    Perfect if you need clarity, direction or a personalised plan to move forward.

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A Healthy Shift | The Shift Work Podcast

Evidence-based shift work education for shift workers and the leaders responsible for 24/7 workforces.
Every week, I share practical conversations on sleep, circadian rhythms, fatigue management, nutrition, recovery and workplace performance, along with interviews featuring leading researchers, clinicians and industry experts.
Whether you're looking to improve your own health or better support the people you lead, every episode is designed to turn the latest research into practical strategies you can apply immediately.
New episodes every week.
 

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