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Helen McGarry

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Queensland Fire Department

About

Helen McGarry is a seasoned intelligence professional with an extensive career that spans multiple Intelligence agencies and disciplines across Australia, the UK, Europe, the Balkans, and the Middle East. Her wealth of experience positions her as a respected leader in the field.

In her current role as the Executive Manager of Intelligence and Predictive Services within the State Operations Directorate at the Queensland Fire Department (QFD), Helen is entrusted with the critical responsibility of overseeing the development, design, implementation, and leadership of the intelligence and predictions capability. This multifaceted role covers strategic, operational, and tactical domains related to Incident and Disaster Management.

Helen’s primary focus is to ensure that the QFD’s intelligence and predictive function remains at the forefront of timely and responsive decision-making. Her leadership directly impacts senior management, responders, and community members, contributing to effective crisis management and community safety.