Training for a better tomorrow
Training for a better tomorrow
About FLAIM
FLAIM creates immersive mixed-reality (MR) training systems to help first responders, defence teams, and high-risk industry workers prepare more effectively and confidently for real-world emergencies and life-threatening situations.
Our vision is to help people make intelligent, safe, and life-saving decisions through innovative training systems.
Our purpose is to prepare teams to perform at their best during life threatening emergencies, when split-second decisions can lead to life or death outcomes.
We serve those who serve by innovating and customising our training systems to address customers' unique risks.
Our main focus areas include fire and emergency response, defence, resources, energy oil and gas, transportation, and workplace safety.
Our promise to deliver better training for a better tomorrow.
FLAIM at a glance
Our story
FLAIM’s story began in 2014 with the mission to revolutionise firefighter training for Navy sailors. Drawing on over a decade of robotics research at Deakin University, we created the world’s first mixed reality multi-sensory firefighter training system.
Following commercialisation in 2019, we expanded into firefighting and first responder domains, helping emergency services and fire safety professionals prepare for emergencies, where split-second decisions can save lives.
By 2024, our capabilities had evolved to meet an even broader challenge. We introduced an immersive Counter Explosive Ordnance and Disposal (EOD) training system, designed to equip defence and humanitarian mine clearance teams with safer, more accessible ways to train for their high-stakes missions.
Our approach has always been guided by principle of delivering realistic feels-real training simulations that build a prepared and resilient workforce.
We combine real-world physical equipment with high-fidelity virtual environments to deliver training that mirrors the hazards, pressures, and complexity of life-or-death situations without the actual risk.
We’re proud to work alongside our clients to build training systems across defence, industry, and emergency sectors. Every simulation we create helps trainees gain not only the skills they need, but the confidence to use them when it matters most.
Guided by our values - partnership, purpose, and progress - we continue to push boundaries, solve the complexities of high-risk training, and make society safer. One training event at a time.
Our Vision
To help people make intelligent, safe, and life-saving decisions through innovative training solutions
Management team and board
Simon Miller
Managing Director
Simon has 12 years of entrepreneurial experience with a 24x ROIC exit and over 20 years in senior executive roles, including managing a $200m P&L at a Fortune 500 company.
He specialises in strategy, global growth, M&A, and corporate advisory.
Fergus Porter
Chief Product and Technology Officer
Fergus has 30 years of product and technology leadership across industries, with experience in FinTech, telecoms, and transportation.
He has held board roles internationally and joined FLAIM in 2024 to drive strategic technology initiatives.
Joanne Smith
Chief Financial Officer
Joanne is a senior finance leader with 18 years of experience across startups and multinationals, including leading Kogan.com’s IPO.
She has expertise in cash flow challenges, capital raising, investor relations, M&A, and pre-IPO processes.
Glen Brennan
Head of People
Glen leads the people agenda with over 20 years of experience partnering with C-Suite and business leaders.
Before FLAIM, he held senior roles at global multinationals, leading diverse teams across Asia, North America, the UK, and Europe.
Jonathan Sadleir
Chair and Non-executive Director
Jonathan D. Sadleir AM is Chief Strategy Officer at CEA Technologies, with a background as a Commodore in the Australian Navy, holding key leadership roles and commendations.
Served in Australia, Canada, and the US, and now chairs boards while holding degrees and an MBA from the University of Waterloo.
Mick Cardew-Hall
Non-executive Director
Emeritus Professor Michael Cardew-Hall is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of IMechE and IE Aust, with expertise in engineering and innovation.
He served 11 years as Pro-Vice Chancellor at ANU and chairs several organisations, including the Australian Solar Institute.
Ken Kroeger
Non-executive Director
Ken has 25+ years in computer vision, mining, automotive, and founded Catalyst Interactive.
Served as CEO of Seeing Machines, grew the company significantly, and now chairs Epicorp Ltd whilst serving on several boards with expertise in innovation and business growth.
Simon Peeke
Non-executive Director
Simon founded Slice Communications in 2001, providing strategic financial advice for small cap and private businesses.
With 20+ years of CFO and CEO experience, he has expertise in business turnarounds, M&A, and working across various industries.
Careers
FLAIM is on a journey driven by our primary belief: To equip people for peak performance in critical emergency situations, when split-second decisions can make the difference between life and death.
At FLAIM, our purpose is to prepare people to respond to hazards and emergencies safely and confidently. As pioneers in immersive training solutions, we empower professionals worldwide with cutting-edge tools to prepare for the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Joining our team means being part of a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture where innovation thrives, and your ideas matter. Whether you're passionate about technology, customer success, or driving operational excellence, FLAIM offers opportunities to grow your career whilst contributing to a purpose-driven company shaping the future of training.
Find your next career at FLAIM
Are you passionate about delivering the future of training for high-risk environments? Contact us to start your journey.