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Adam

Adam Falconer-West

Chief Executive Officer

With over 25 years of maritime industry experience, Adam brings extensive operational knowledge and strategic vision to Franmarine. His leadership has driven the company’s success both domestically and internationally, supported by the commercialisation of innovative technologies.

Adam is passionate about national security and the environment, guiding Franmarine to become Australia’s sovereign underwater sustainment provider.

Belinda

Belinda Brooks

HSEQ Manager

Belinda’s calm leadership, supported by over 15 years of experience in marine, construction, and industrial safety, builds trust, accountability, and strong safety performance across all levels of operations. She has successfully led cultural change initiatives that improved safety outcomes and engagement across diverse environments, delivering measurable gains in risk management, incident investigation, and regulatory compliance.

Sam

Sam Diamond

West Coast Operations Manager

Sam is a seasoned Commercial Diving Operations Manager with extensive experience in underwater construction, salvage, and inspection projects. Recognised for his detail-oriented approach and commitment to safety, he ensures efficient project delivery while maintaining strict regulatory compliance. His expertise in dive team management and emerging technologies has established him as a trusted leader in the industry.

Kirby

Kirby Hamilton

East Coast Operations Manager

With extensive experience in moorings, construction, salvage, and inspection, Kirby is a proven leader in high-pressure marine projects. He combines technical expertise with a forward-thinking, team-focused approach, consistently delivering safe and effective solutions from planning through to completion.

Mathew

Mathew Harvey

Biofouling Manager

With more than 25 years of industry experience — including 15 years as a marine biologist, 7 years as a computer scientist, and 15 years in management — Mat combines biological expertise with computational innovation to lead Franmarine’s biofouling operations.

Marc

Marc Green

ROV Manager

Marc combines scientific expertise with practical problem-solving, harnessing advanced robotic systems to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability in subsea operations, constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Why Work with Us

commercial diver wearing yellow diving helmet and diving gear working underwater

Proven Experience

With over four decades of service and a leadership team that brings more than 250 years of combined expertise, Franmarine has earned a reputation for reliability and results across Defence, shipping, infrastructure, and resource industries.

End-to-End Capability

From inspection and biofouling management to underwater engineering, salvage, and moorings, Franmarine is the only Australian provider offering a genuine turnkey solution for lifecycle underwater asset management.

Innovative Technology

We integrate advanced solutions such as MarineStream™ and environmentally compliant in-water cleaning systems, ensuring clients benefit from transparency, efficiency, and compliance with the world’s highest standards.

Commitment to Safety & Environment

Certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, we operate with uncompromising standards in health, safety, and environmental care—delivering outcomes that protect people, assets, and the marine environment.

At Franmarine, we deliver practical, sustainable solutions that support environmental protection. We see our engagements as partnerships, working collaboratively to achieve shared operational goals.