Welcome to a new face on the committee, Barry Harrison, and returning faces—Megan and Ross
Barry Harrison Hedland SES
Pilbara region
Barry Harrison is a highly experienced emergency services leader with over a decade of service across NSW and WA. He led Marine Rescue NSW (Merimbula) for seven years before joining Dampier VMR and later Karratha SES, where he served as Media Manager during major cyclone responses. Since 2022, he’s been Deputy Manager at Port Hedland SES, continuing media duties and supporting operations during Cyclones Ilsa and Zelia. Barry also contributes to sector advocacy through the Minister’s Volunteer Advisory Committee. Outside emergency services, he supports Indigenous communities as Engagement & Facility Manager at Mirnutharntu Maya Aboriginal Hostel, focusing on education, employment, and housing programs
Megan Reynolds Mandurah SES
Southwest region
Megan is a passionate and dedicated leader with seven years of service at Mandurah SES, where she has served as Deputy Team Leader. During his time, she also represented the North Coastal (Metro) units on the SESVA committee for almost two years. Her expertise spans search and rescue operations, complemented by her role as a Training Assessor for Land Search Team Member and USAR. Beyond SES, Megan leads Foodbank Peel Region, managing a dynamic team of over 50 volunteers and staff. She also contributes strategically as a Board member of the Peel Volunteer Resource Centre. A devoted mother of two, she actively engages in her children’s school community, all supported by her husband’s steadfast encourage.
Ross Jones Geraldton-Greenough SES
3rd Vice President
Ross has been a dedicated SES volunteer in Western Australia since 1987, beginning as a cadet with Mandurah SES and serving across multiple SES units statewide. Alongside a 38-year career with WA Police, Ross has held key SES leadership roles, including Team Leader, Trainer, Rescue Section Leader, and is currently Local Manager, Geraldton-Greenough SES. He has actively contributed to committees and advisory groups, advocating for volunteer representation and improved SES infrastructure. Ross aims to enhance communication between SES units and stakeholders, promote SES training and resources, and strengthen SES’s command structure within DFES to better support volunteers across metropolitan and regional areas.
