David Barker

Head of Sustainability at Introba Australia | MIEAust CPEng NER APEC Engineer IntPE(Aus)

Greater Melbourne Area

About

A strategic and people-focused sustainability leader with over 15 years of international experience building and leading high-performing consulting teams across Australia, Asia, North America, and the United Kingdom. Known for his pragmatic and evidence-based approach, David combines technical depth with strategic vision - helping organisations align people, performance, and purpose. He has a proven record of unlocking team potential, driving growth, and shaping strategy across a wide range of development sectors. Having led projects and teams for global clients and design partners, including in the technology and innovation space, David brings a deep understanding of how culture, clarity, and collaboration drive project and business success. His leadership style revolves around trust, curiosity, and early engagement - creating the conditions for technical excellence and enduring client relationships. A recognised thought leader on sustainability and decarbonisation, David contributes regularly to industry initiatives, panels, and advisory boards, helping to shape the future of high-performance and resilient design.

Experience

  • Introba Australia (formerly Integral Group) (10 yrs 9 mos)
    • Managing Principal | Head of Sustainability
      Apr 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 3 mos

    • Board Member | Director
      Jul 2017 - Nov 2021 · 4 yrs 5 mos

    • Principal
      Sep 2019 - Apr 2021 · 1 yr 8 mos

  • Board Director at Australian Passivhaus Association
    Nov 2022 - Apr 2026 · 3 yrs 6 mos

  • International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) (Part-time · 5 yrs 2 mos)
    • Industry Advisory Member - City Advisory
      Dec 2021 - Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 1 mo

    • Industry Advisory Member - Thermal Comfort Concept
      Dec 2020 - Dec 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

    • Industry Advisory Member - Light Concept
      Nov 2019 - Dec 2021 · 2 yrs 2 mos

  • Committee Member - Sustainable Development Committee at Property Council of Australia
    Dec 2020 - Dec 2022 · 2 yrs 1 mo

  • Expert Reference Panel Member - Greenhouse Gas Emissions at Green Building Council of Australia
    May 2018 - Jun 2021 · 3 yrs 2 mos