The Queensland government has announced the appointment of a new leadership team to spearhead a major overhaul of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), marking what it calls a “critical step to improve customer service, better protect consumers and restore trust” in the state’s construction watchdog.
This move is a central part of the state government’s broader plan to position Queensland as the building capital of the nation.
Three highly experienced reformers have been selected to drive the transformation of the QBCC, with a renewed focus on consumer outcomes and transparency.
The overhaul is designed to boost residential construction activity and deliver key infrastructure for Queensland.
Greg Chemello, a respected governance expert known for leading cultural and structural reform in both the public and private sectors, has been appointed Chair of the QBCC Board.
Chemello is credited with restoring public confidence at Ipswich City Council after a period of instability, and has held senior roles including CEO of Economic Development Queensland, CEO of the City of Moreton Bay, and Deputy Director General in the Department of Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning.
Angelo Lambrinos, a qualified engineer with over 25 years’ experience in construction and operational reform, will serve as the QBCC’s new Commissioner and CEO.
Lambrinos’ background includes senior roles at road operator Transurban, where he delivered complex projects and drove digital and governance reform.
Amelia Hodge joins the Board, bringing expertise from CEO and senior executive roles at the Australian Property Institute and the Queensland Law Society.
Her legal and governance experience is expected to further strengthen the Commission’s ability to deliver fairer, faster, and more transparent outcomes for Queenslanders.
QLD Minister for Housing and Public Works Sam O’Connor described the appointments as a pivotal moment for the Commission.
“We’re bringing in a new QBCC leadership team to usher in change and deliver reforms, to better protect Queensland consumers, respect builders and make fast and fair decisions,” Minister O’Connor said.
“Under Labor, the QBCC drifted into dysfunction. We’re giving this new team a clear mandate to restore integrity and improve performance.”
Incoming QBCC Board Chair Greg Chemello emphasised the importance of strong leadership and governance in rebuilding public trust, stating: “Fixing an organisation starts with strong governance, clear accountability and a culture of service.
“I’m looking forward to leading QBCC reform to improve standards and meet community expectations.”
New QBCC Commissioner and CEO Angelo Lambrinos outlined his commitment to delivering better outcomes for Queenslanders: “Queenslanders deserve a building regulator that delivers.
“We have a clear focus to offer better service, greater transparency and integrity.”
QBCC Board Member Amelia Hodge reinforced the Commission’s commitment to putting people first: “We recognise the important job of the QBCC and want to ensure the regulator performs its role well.”
The overhaul of the QBCC forms part of a suite of regulatory reforms, including the Building Regulation Renovation (Building Reg Reno) initiative, which aims to cut red tape, reduce costs, and make it easier to build in Queensland, while maintaining high standards and consumer protections.
The new leadership team is expected to play a key role in delivering these reforms and restoring confidence in Queensland’s building and construction sector.
