Cassie White
CEO and Head of Operations at Critical Fire
Coordinating people, schedules and standards
Cassie leads Critical Fire with a clear focus on delivery, compliance and client care. She joined the business in 2015 after senior executive roles in the resources and community sectors across WA and NSW, including Miners’ Promise, HBF Health, RSPCA WA, Disability Services Australia and the Service Industry Skills Council. With a track record in building high-performing teams, stakeholder trust and sustainable programs, Cassie oversees day-to-day operations, major contracts and continuous improvement across the company.
What Cassie brings
- Strategic planning that turns complex requirements into simple, executable programs
- Leadership that keeps projects on time, on budget and to standard
- Financial and commercial oversight, reporting and risk management
- Clear communication with clients, partners, regulators and staff
- Change management that lifts safety, culture and performance
Industry recognition
Cassie is an instigator of practical innovation and community impact. Her contribution has been recognised with the Women in Industry Rising Star Award and the Australian Mining Prospect Awards People’s Choice Award, and finalist positions for Mining’s Women of the Year and Manager of the Year.
She has spoken at events including the Pink Ribbon Ball, Relay for Life (opening with the then WA Governor Malcolm McCusker AC CVO KC) and International Women’s Day for Programmed Facility Management.
Contract Leadership
Cassie serves as Contract Manager for major engagements, coordinating scope, scheduling, resourcing, reporting and client communications to ensure consistent, compliant delivery.
Qualifications and Certifications
- Construction Induction White Card
- Fundamental and Advanced Servicing of Fire Detection and Alarm Systems (AS 1851:2012)
- Advanced Servicing of Fire Sprinkler Systems
- Fire Equipment Testing and Tagging
- Online auditing: ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
- Online auditing: ISO 45001 WHS Management Systems
- MATES in Construction: Connector
- UEENEEE101A Apply OHS regulations, codes and practices
- UEENEEP026A Conduct in-service safety testing of cord-connected equipment
- UEESS0098 Restricted electrical safety testing of cord-connected equipment
Community
Cassie volunteers with Possum Valley Animal Sanctuary as Grant Writer and Rehoming Coordinator, securing approximately $75,000 in successful grants.
Core Capabilities
Strategic thinking; team leadership; financial acumen; decisive problem solving; stakeholder management; high-level written and verbal communication; change management; deep knowledge of industry regulations and market dynamics.
How to work with Cassie
For contract enquiries or to discuss a tailored program, get in touch and Cassie will coordinate the right team for your project.