Chris Adams

Helping SA business owners & local government leaders make better decisions and deliver real outcomes | CJ Adams Consulting

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

About

Experienced CEO and Company Director. Across my career, I’ve partnered with executives, politicians, boards and key internal and external stakeholders to deliver tangible outcomes, including industry innovation, environmental improvements and sustainable economic growth. I’m known for clear thinking, strong execution and getting things done — particularly in environments where decisions matter, timeframes are tight and outcomes are visible.

Experience

  • Principal at CJ Adams Consulting
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

    CJ Adams Consulting provides senior-level strategic and operational advisory services to businesses, boards and leadership teams navigating growth, complexity and change. Led by an experienced CEO and Company Director, the firm works closely with business owners, boards and senior leaders to solve complex challenges at the intersection of performance, people, regulation and stakeholder expectations. With a track record spanning industry, government and regulated environments, CJ Adams Consulting brings clear thinking, strong execution and a practical, outcomes-focused approach. Engagements are tailored to deliver tangible results, including improved performance, effective stakeholder engagement, industry innovation, environmental outcomes and sustainable economic growth. CJ Adams Consulting is trusted in situations where decisions matter, timeframes are tight and outcomes are visible.

  • Chief Executive Officer at Southern Region Waste Resource Authority
    Apr 2019 - Apr 2025 · 6 yrs 1 mo

    The Southern Region Waste Resource Authority (SRWRA) is a world class integrated waste and recycling facility that includes South Australia’s largest and most technically advanced Materials Recovery Facility. We joint venture with industry experts and pride ourselves in employing innovative resource recovery solutions to support the circular economy. Our joint venture partners include Integrated Waste Services (IWS) for the provision of the Southern Recycling Centre and Re.Group for the provision of the Southern Materials Recovery Facility. SRWRA is a regional subsidiary established by the Cities of Onkaparinga, Marion and Holdfast Bay, pursuant to Section 43 of the Local Government Act, 1999. Under our Charter, SRWRA is responsible for providing and operating waste management services on behalf of our Constituent Councils. My role is responsible to the SRWRA Board for the implementation of the Strategic Plan, policies and decisions as well as delivering the various functions, activities, joint ventures, advocacy and relationships of the Authority.

  • Director Infrastructure & Environment at Northern Grampians Shire Council
    Jan 2018 - Feb 2019 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Overall leadership and strategic direction of the Infrastructure & Environment Directorate. Member of the Executive Leadership Team. Portfolio includes Infrastructure Maintenance, Parks & Gardens, Engineering Services, Waste Management, Community Safety, Environment, Emergency Management, Building Services, Environmental Health, Facility Management, Asset Management, Cemeteries, Airports and Capital Works Delivery.

  • Board Member at Kilmore and District Hospital
    Jul 2017 - Mar 2018 · 9 mos

    Member of the Hospital Board and the Audit & Enterprise Risk Committee.

  • Director at Altitude UAV Pty Ltd
    Mar 2016 - Mar 2018 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Altitude UAV offers a range of business consulting and interim executive placement services to Government and the private sector.