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The catalyst for Humanihut came from my experience in 1999-2000 in East Timor, where I was deployed as a Military Observer to the UN Transitional Authority that was controlling the repatriation of refugees from West to East Timor. During this period, I witnessed approximately 3,500 people per day being repatriated in columns of open trucks across a border that was just a Bailey bridge and a customs’ hut.

My time in East Timor was where the Humanihut seed was planted, but it was not until 2013-14 that the concept really developed, this time via another humanitarian crisis as tens of thousands of refugees of the Syrian War crossed into Jordan and Lebanon. It was the news footage of people being housed in tents and sheds with dirt floors, that triggered me to start to consider in greater detail the need for a superior form of temporary accommodation; something that could be rapidly deployed to provide shelter, comforts, cleanliness, security, and dignity for people in need.

I look forward to demonstrating the flexibility of the Humanihut Field Infrastructure System to you.

Neale Sutton

Group Managing Director

Meet Our Leadership Team

Marc Makrid

Board Chair
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Neale Sutton

Group Managing Director

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Stephen Dubrich

Chief Operating Officer
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Tim Dyer

Chief Technical Officer
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Jodi Graf

General Manager Corporate Services
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Brad Erickson

Special Projects General Manager 

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Brendan Tucker

General Manager Europe, Middle East and Africa

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Justin Carey

Regional Manager Client Partnerships and Growth Asia Pacific

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Our Values

Collaboration is our culture.

We achieve more through collaboration and leveraging the collective genius.

Accountability drives us.

We keep promises and accept full responsibility for our decisions, actions, and results. Customer interactions are delivered with care and diligence. We are driven to develop environmentally sustainable solutions.

Respect is our compass.

We aim to deliver honesty and integrity in every interaction and recognise that the thoughts, feelings, and backgrounds of others are as important as our own. We support and care for the communities we work and live in.

Excellence every day.

This is the rule not the exception. We embrace new ways of thinking and doing, and attention to detail is at the forefront of all we do.

Striving for improvement is our passion.

Innovation sparks creativity and growth and we push past the status quo with new and progressive ideas. Our client’s needs are at the centre of our product and service development.

Our Certifications

ISO 9001:2015

Humanihut conforms with the Quality Management System standard ISO 9001:2015

ISO 45001:2018

Humanihut conforms to the Occupational Health and Safety Management System standard ISO 45001:2018

ISO 14001:2015

Humanihut conforms to the Environmental Management System standard ISO 14001:2015

Service Commitments

  • The Humanihut System uses innovative technology which is unrivalled by other alternatives.
  • We deliver a personalised service experience that involves building relationships with our customers.
  • Humanihut is committed to world-class design and manufacturing processes.
  • As a business, Humanihut cares about the environment, and we passionately believe in protecting the environment and using renewable services, energy and materials where possible.
  • We want to hear from our customers; the more we understand about your requirements, the better we are able to adapt a solution to suit your needs.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Humanihut recognises that its operations have a broader economic, environmental and social impact. Humanihut incorporates sustainable development and manufacturing processes in its business model. We aim to positively impact social, economic and environmental factors through the following commitments.

Environmentally Friendly

We aim to use materials and manufacturing processes that have the least detrimental impact on the environment.

Ethical Labour

We ensure that our partners follow ethical labour practices.

Competent Staff

Our staff have a broad base of design and construction experience, and volunteer and military service.

Legally Conducted

All Humanihut business is conducted transparently and legally.

Environmental Commitment

  • The Humanihut Field Infrastructure System (HFIS) has minimal environmental impact; with all essential services being above ground. When the HFIS of any size is disestablished and re-deployed, there is only minor, temporary environmental impact that is easily repaired.
  • Humanihut products are manufactured using energy-efficient materials to reduce cooling and heating costs when established, and are sourced to ensure minimal environmental impact.
  • The HFIS has a lifespan of 20 years, much longer than alternative accommodation solutions, and is designed to be re-deployed as often as required throughout its lifespan.
  • As a business, Humanihut cares about the environment, and we passionately believe in protecting the environment and using renewable services, energy and materials where possible.
  • The high-performance insulation used in the Humanihut System maximises energy savings.
  • Our commitment to reducing/re-using/recycling, and our adherence to international environmental and quality standards, all contribute to a smaller global footprint.
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Marc Makrid

Board Chair

Marc Makrid is the Managing Director of Marc Makrid & Associates, a leading strategic business advisory consultancy established in 1993. Marc consults to a wide and varied client base across multiple industry sectors, with advice typically sought at senior executive and board level. These relationships typically are long term in nature, with strong achievement of growth objectives.

Marc currently serves as Chairman of numerous companies and holds multiple Board positions. Marc joined the Humanihut Board as a Director in 2019 and was appointed Chairperson in 2026.

Neale Sutton

Group Managing Director
Neale Sutton is the founder and Group Managing Director of Humanihut.
Neale was educated at Melbourne High School after which he graduated as a 2nd lieutenant into the Australian Army and after a lengthy 37-years of service, retired at the rank of Colonel. In 1999 Neale was deployed to East Timor with the Australian Army and later the United Nations. During this deployment Neale was involved in the repatriation of refugees from West Timor (Indonesia) back into East Timor at the conclusion of the conflict. It was the hope reflected on the faces of individuals and families as they prepared to return to their homes and communities, which quickly turned to overwhelming disappointment once the magnitude of destruction was realised, that was the catalyst for him wanting to find a better way for displaced persons, whether it be by way of disaster or conflict, to be sheltered with dignity.
Neale visited 52 countries as an advisor for Minelab International on the eradication of mines and unexploded ordnance and has held various executive level positions in government. Neale holds a Master of Professional Management.

Stephen Dubrich

Chief Operating Officer
Stephen has a broad range of experience, ranging from corporate governance, policy and strategy, program and project management and management accounting.
As the CEO of a medium sized civil construction company, Stephen has ledarange of business reforms and change initiatives, including growth strategies and overall year-on-year financial growth.
Having spent almost 20 years working across multiple state government portfolios, Stephen has a strong passion for communities, the environment,regional industries and delivering sustainable change. During this time, he hasheld a number of roles, including tenure on a number of departmental governance committees, including Audit and Risk, People and Culture, and Policy Governance.
He is particularly proud of being able to support the development and implementation of the $265 million South Australian River Murray Sustainability Program, designed to build strong and sustainable irrigation communities, and helped to secure water resources needed for a healthy environment and a prosperous state.

Tim Dyer

Chief Technical Officer

Tim’s career spans over 27 years across manufacturing, engineering, and executive leadership, beginning on the shop floor and progressing through senior operational and management roles. This hands-on background gives him a practical, balanced approach to engineering, manufacturing, and product development.

With a strong technical engineering foundation, Tim has a clear focus on improving product design, materials, and manufacturing processes, and is actively involved in guiding research and development from concept through to production. He has led the implementation of ISO-certified management systems (ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001) and driven operational excellence through disciplined processes and continuous improvement. Most recently, Tim has overseen engineering, R&D, and manufacturing functions, partnering closely with customers to deliver compliant, efficient, and market-ready solutions while fostering a strong culture of accountability and safety.

Jodi Graf

General Manager Corporate Services
Jodi has extensive experience managing teams, leading change reforms, and establishing corporate governance structures across a variety of sectors in including banking, health care, and education.

Having most recently spent over 15 years in government in a variety of roles which included state listing and events coordinator and case manager appeals, she played a key role in the case management and administration of all appellate work for the Federal Court of Australia.

Jodi also held the appointment of Admiralty Marshal and undertook arrests both at berth and at sea, managing these matters to resolution.

 

Brad Erickson

General Manager Special Projects

With a background in community services and youth work, combined with over 25 years of experience in the Country Fire Authority, and his role as a senior officer in the Australian Army Cadet Corps, Brad has exceptional experience in the leadership of professional teams in an environment of competing priorities. With qualifications in community service, leadership, training, logistics and safety, including fire safety, Brad is highly experienced in working with tradespersons, sub-contractors, and a range of suppliers to achieve an outstanding outcome. Brad mentored the South Australian State Emergency Services in the deployment of the Humanihut Field Infrastructure System on Kangaroo Island during the Black Summer Bushfires of 2019/2020, led the deployment of the Humanihut System in support of the South Australian Government Covid-19 indigenous quarantine facilities in remote areas of South Australia, and the emergency responder’s accommodation camp in support of the New South Wales Regional Fires Service during the devastating flooding events of 2022.

Brendan Tucker

General Manager Europe, Middle East and Africa

Brendan is an accomplished professional with 25 years of experience in retail management, excelling in diverse roles centred around customer service, sales strategy development, and change management and his expertise has been pivotal in building successful businesses across the UK. Brendan has a proven track record of leading teams, implementing training programs that enhance productivity and morale, and launching promotional campaigns that greatly enhance customer traffic and drive growth in comparable sales.

Transitioning into Logistics Management, Brendan has successfully overseen supply chain organisations, reducing costs through the adoption of efficient and lean controls. He has also led cultural change in underperforming areas, using his personal experience to motivate, develop, and performance-manage colleagues, thereby inspiring operational excellence across multi-site teams.

Brendan has managed and operated in various designated territories, including Wales, the West Country, and from Dorset to Berkshire. Outside of work, he is a lifelong supporter of the West Country’s favourite football team, Bristol Rovers, celebrating every victory and commiserating every near miss with the passion of a true fan.

Justin Carey

Sales Manager Asia Pacific

With over 22 years of sales leadership experience, Justin oversees and drives sales performance across the APAC region. Based in South Australia, he is committed to delivering results through effective strategy, strong client relationships, and a clear focus on market opportunities.

Drawing on his extensive experience, Justin quickly understand both the client requirement and the practical application of the HFIS, allowing him to develop fit-for-purpose solutions that are commercially sound and operationally achievable. This balance of client insight and product understanding underpins his consistent success.

Outside of work, Justin is a passionate supporter of the Glenelg Tigers, reflecting a strong appreciation for teamwork, consistency, and high performance; values that underpin his approach to leading successful sales teams.