Carly Goddard brings more than 24 years’ experience in contracts and compliance management within the commercial construction industry, including 15 years specialising in quality assurance, health, safety and environmental auditing, and compliance management.
Her experience across large-scale healthcare, education and defence projects gives her a strong understanding of governance, risk, project accountability and complex contract environments.
Carly was invited to join the FNQ Legacy Board for her expertise in governance and risk, as well as her ability to help drive the Legacy House project. Her knowledge of construction contracts, compliance, quality assurance and project management supports strong oversight and informed decision-making as FNQ Legacy works towards creating a lasting home for the families we support.
She holds a Bachelor of Business from Griffith University, along with a Diploma in Quality Lead Auditing, Certificate IV in Compliance and Risk Management, Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, Diploma of Project Management, and formal training in residential and commercial contracts. Her professional knowledge is further supported by ongoing development in National Construction Codes, regulations and compliance.
Carly’s leadership style is methodical, balanced and people-focused. As a Certified Yoga Instructor, she also brings a strong personal interest in wellbeing, helping shape a human-centred approach to governance and leadership.
Her commitment to service is deeply personal. Carly’s grandfather, Captain Herbert Thomson Kienzle MBE CBE, played a key role in the Kokoda Campaign of World War II, where his logistics expertise, knowledge of the region and connection with the Papuan carriers proved vital. After the war, he remained in Kokoda and dedicated much of his life to supporting the development of Papua New Guinea in its preparation for independence.
Carly carries forward his values of resilience, integrity and community contribution in her role as a Board Director.
