Meet our Management Team
Managing Director - Purotu Tapaitau
Purotu is the founder and
Managing Director of Cairns Quality Care. Prior to starting the organisation in June 2020, she spent many years growing a career in community services. Her exceptional leadership can be partly attributed to the level of experience she carries within the community sector having worked as a Facilitator, Support Mentor, Youth Worker, Scheduling Coordinator, Disability Support Worker, Case Manager, Project Officer, Disability Coordinator, Human Resources Manager and Aged Care Professional. Largely however, her drive can be directly linked to the foundation she has laid over her faith in God and her love for serving others whilst making a difference in the community. Purotu is of Cook Island decent growing up in both New Zealand and Australia. As a Polynesian Pasifika woman, it is important for her to encourage growth in her people as well as encourage multicultural diversity. Purotu credits the team of amazing ladies and gentlemen that she works alongside. “Every person here has great qualities and strong values for friendship and companionship. We all have similar characters, just check out the vision, mission and values of CQC”.
Business & HR Manager - Cory Sigley
Cory is our Business & Human Resources Manager who joined the team in January 2022 after spending almost 14 years in strict, regulatory environments within the private sector in strata and body corporate management. Majority of her experience comes from ensuring adherence to organisational frameworks, legislation and standards whilst possessing the ability to analyse information and implement feasible solutions to address issues. Cory is a motivated individual who after searching for a positive and rewarding career change, decided that community and disability services is where her skills and passions harmoniously align. “I love everything we stand for here at CQC. I am constantly in awe of the patience, generosity, and level of care we have for our amazing staff and participants. Both our management and team cultivate a wonderfully positive environment that it's such joy to be a part of.” In her spare time, Samoan-born Cory keeps active by playing rugby, touch football and AFL whilst volunteering on the committee as Secretary for her rugby club. As a self-professed ‘foodie’ she enjoys trying different foods, reading, travelling and experiencing different cultures.
Support Coordinator - Stanette Nanai
Cairns Quality Care is blessed to have our very own Support Coordinator on board in Stanette. Stanette has a wealth of knowledge in personalized support having held roles in Disability Employment services, Case Management as well as experience as a Cultural Liaison Officer and Housing Officer within the government sector. Stanette works closely with individuals in formalizing a tailored plan to assist them in engaging the right supports whilst building capacity and rapport with a diverse range of people such as peers, support professionals and clientele. Joining the team in November 2021, Stanette loves that we are an organization that puts people before profits. “I love that there are insurmountable opportunities to grow individually and professionally. Here, everything is done from the heart, and I feel so incredibly blessed to be a part of this beautiful journey.” First and foremostly she attributes her lessons and successes in life to her faith in God and thoroughly enjoys her hobbies which range from reading, encouraging personal development, keeping fit and healthy with Cross Fit to performing and teaching Cook Island dancing.
Administration Officer - Ana Tereni
Ana is our official Administration Officer but as the staff from Cairns Quality Care can attest to, she is so much more to the organisation in terms of the value she brings to our team and clients. Ana joined CQC as a Support Worker in early 2021 working closely with participants and meeting their needs in providing practical and emotional support. A few short weeks later, she was offered her current position after displaying the attention to detail required to fill the requirements of the role. Ana has an extensive background in hospitality which has provided her with high customer service skills that are evident in her work. She has an acute understanding of business operations having completed her Certificate 3 in Business, Certificate 3 in Business Administration as well as a Certificate 4 in Business. In 2021, Ana was awarded Employee of the Year for everything she does and continues to do to encourage growth within the organisation. Ana’s interests include sightseeing, walking, volunteering, basketball, decorating and organizing. What she loves about her role are the challenges that help her grow and do well in her position, assisting where she can to help our staff and clients as well has planning events to bring the community together for a great cause.