Chrisco Oelofse – Operational Rebuilder & Systems Leader | This is my executive portfolio | Relocation Brisbane 1 Aug 2025
4Sight Consulting was a leading environmental, planning, and sustainability consultancy, later merging with SLR Consulting Group. The firm specialized in asbestos risk management, environmental compliance, project management, and large-scale infrastructure consulting for government agencies and private-sector clients across New Zealand.
Increasing regulatory scrutiny around asbestos risk required WorkSafe NZ Class A Accredited Assessors and digitized risk tracking systems.
Government and corporate clients required turnkey solutions, covering surveying, compliance tracking, budgeting, tendering, contract administration, and project oversight.
Most industry players relied on outdated, manual compliance processes, creating inefficiencies and non-compliance risks.
The demand for full-scale asbestos remediation management was growing, opening opportunities for a structured, technology-driven approach.
Board-reporting role, leading the asbestos consulting and project management division.
Built a scalable, high-margin business unit from scratch, leveraging digital compliance tracking and automated project workflows.
Implemented Alpha Tracker, an industry-specific asbestos survey and compliance software, integrating it with timekeeping, scheduling, and financial tracking systems—similar to the digital tools successfully deployed at TBS Group, CIS Group, and Auckland Flashing Solutions.
Trained and mentored a team of asbestos consultants, guiding them through WorkSafe NZ Class A Accreditation to expand service capabilities.
Expanded asbestos consulting services nationwide, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Dunedin, Whangārei, and Hamilton.
Secured long-term government and corporate contracts, positioning 4Sight as a dominant player in large-scale asbestos remediation and compliance.
Board-Level Reporting & Business Leadership
Asbestos Risk Management & Compliance Strategy Development
Digital Transformation & Automation in Project Management
Budgeting, Estimating, and PQS (Professional Quantity Surveyor) Work
WorkSafe NZ Class A Asbestos Accreditation Training & Mentorship
End-to-End Project Management: Tendering, Contract Admin & Execution
Built and scaled a high-revenue business unit, integrating automated risk tracking and digital project controls for efficiency.
Led the upskilling of asbestos consultants, guiding them through WorkSafe NZ Class A Accreditation, strengthening 4Sight’s industry standing.
Deployed Alpha Tracker, a specialized software for asbestos survey and risk management reporting, streamlining compliance and project execution.
Applied structured digital compliance models, aligning with best practices implemented at TBS, CIS Group, and Auckland Flashing Solutions.
Developed a data-driven pricing and project forecasting model, integrating real-time compliance tracking, cost estimation, and contractor performance analysis.
Created a scalable compliance framework, ensuring full regulatory adherence and operational efficiency.
Directly reported to the board, overseeing the strategic growth, compliance, and operational execution of the asbestos division.
Provided financial and operational performance updates, detailing contract success rates, risk management improvements, and compliance benchmarks.
Led business expansion strategies, securing multi-million-dollar, multi-year contracts with key infrastructure and government agencies.
Managed and mentored a team of asbestos consultants, guiding them through WorkSafe NZ Class A Accreditation.
Designed and implemented digital compliance tracking systems, integrating timekeeping, scheduling, and reporting for asbestos projects.
Led all PQS work, ensuring project feasibility, cost accuracy, and efficient contractor selection.
Served as Engineer to the Contract, overseeing asbestos remediation projects from initial scope to final completion.
Secured 4Sight’s inclusion on major government & infrastructure panels, including:
Transpower
First Gas
Housing New Zealand (HNZ)
Auckland District Health Boards (DHBs)
New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF)
Auckland Airport
Auckland Council
Implemented Alpha Tracker, a customized asbestos survey and compliance tracking software, enabling real-time risk assessment and digital documentation compliance.
Developed a structured asbestos remediation framework, reducing project turnaround times and increasing compliance efficiency.
Expanded asbestos consulting services nationwide, covering:
Negotiated and secured long-term contracts, driving recurring revenue and service scalability.
Led cross-functional project teams, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.
Served as independent contract administrator (PQS role), optimizing project cost efficiency and risk management.
Business & Project Achievements
Scaled the asbestos division from $0 to over $2 million in annual revenue within one year.
Transformed 4Sight from a compliance-focused consultancy to a full-service asbestos remediation leader.
Secured long-term partnerships with Tier 1 infrastructure clients, ensuring sustained market dominance.
Digitized asbestos risk management using Alpha Tracker, reducing compliance reporting time by 50%.
Optimized cost tracking and contractor bidding, increasing project profitability.
Automated compliance data collection, ensuring accurate reporting across multiple locations.
Conclusion & Lasting Impact
Under my leadership at 4Sight Consulting transformed the firm’s asbestos risk division into a multi-million-dollar, full-service compliance and remediation powerhouse.
By leveraging digital project management tools, real-time compliance tracking, and a structured risk management approach, we enhanced service delivery, ensured regulatory compliance, and optimized cost efficiencies at scale.
This case study highlights my proven expertise in leading business transformation, securing high-value contracts, and implementing technology-driven compliance solutions—establishing you as a top-tier executive in environmental risk management and large-scale project oversight.
