Migration Management & Integrity Services

Even with the most advanced technology, effective border management relies on human capability and integrity awareness. Equip your workforce with the skills and ability to be alert to, identify and address fraud and integrity issues in your programs and apply this knowledge to enhance technical capability. With global events resulting in more people on the move, irregular people movement is big business.  It is crucial to build a workforce culture and capability that can stay ahead of the game.  

Our forte is reviewing and embedding a robust integrity mindset in a way that facilitates risk management of caseloads.  

For more background, read our recent article here. 

The success of a DAMA (Designated Area Migration Agreement) hinges on two main things: whether the Designated Area Representative (DAR) has robust integrity measures underpinning their endorsement process, and on how well the business and migration agent communities understand the DAMA. 

At Heath & Zhang, we have experience in managing DAMAs, training DAR assessors, reviewing endorsement processes and embedding robust integrity throughout the process. Ensuring you have a robust process in place reduces the prospect of fraud and worker exploitation, giving the Department of Home Affairs and the Minister of the day confidence that the program is well run. 

We are adept at delivering DAMA information sessions to employers and to migration agents and immigration lawyers, demystifying the program and improving uptake. 

Don't just take our word for it. Read what some of our clients have to say about their experience with us. We are proud to have helped organisations to achieve their goals and we look forward to helping you too.

Geoff was pivotal in helping us develop the business case for the Kimberley DAMA. 

He also provided ongoing support throughout the implementation phase and the crucial early years of operation, which included our first variation to extend the boundary of the DAMA. His expertise and steady, thoughtful approach were invaluable as we navigated how to effectively manage the Kimberley DAMA. 

We recently engaged Geoff to deliver integrity training, which was really eye opening. It is has really improved the way we manage and assess DAMA endorsement requests.

Geoff is absolutely the go-to DAMA expert. He is calm, incredibly knowledgeable, and always generous with his guidance.

Clare Smith, East Kimberley Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Kimberley DAMA

Geoff Heath serves as a trusted advisor to our organisation in our capacity as the Designated Area Representative (DAR) for the only Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) in New South Wales. His extensive knowledge of the migration framework, combined with his deep understanding of the operational and compliance requirements of a DAMA, has proven to be an invaluable asset to our work.

Over the past several years, Geoff has consistently provided us with expert training, clear and practical guidance, and strategic advice, always tailoring his approach to meet the unique needs and challenges we face. His problem-solving skills, proactive support, and ability to navigate complex situations have helped us achieve successful outcomes for our employers, stakeholders, and community.

Beyond his technical expertise, Geoff brings a collaborative spirit, a solution-focused mindset, and a genuine commitment to supporting regional workforce needs. His professionalism, accessibility, and wealth of experience make him more than just an advisor — he is a trusted partner in the important work we do.

We have greatly valued our ongoing relationship with Geoff and cannot recommend him highly enough to any organisation seeking a highly skilled, knowledgeable, and dependable advisor in the migration and workforce planning space.

Justine Campbell, CEO

Geoff has been managing the Far North Queensland DAMA since its inception in 2019. His extensive background and experience in immigration have been central to the success of the FNQ DAMA program. 

Geoff's decades of experience in government immigration positions are evident in the way he works effectively with employers and their agents who seek to access the FNQ DAMA program. He has 'de-mystified' DAMAs through countless information sessions for employers, registered migration agents and immigration lawyers, and has briefed a wide range of stakeholders and industry groups on the program. He has also been invited twice to speak and participate as a panel member on the FNQ DAMA at national conferences hosted by the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA).

The Department of Home Affairs and the Minister hold DAMAs to high standards of integrity; Geoff has developed a robust integrity framework for the FNQ DAMA, which has contributed to the program’s strong credibility in Canberra.

Patricia O'Neill, CEO