Dive Crew

WARRICK McDONALD
PADI COURSE DIRECTOR

Beginning as a spearfisherman, I became 'hooked' on SCUBA diving in 1961. It became a lifelong passion that turned into my career in 1965 and continues to provide me with a lifestyle that many envy. I first started teaching in 1972, joined PADI, and over the years went through many courses and taught thousands of students. I became a Course Director in 1989, which enables me to teach Instructors what I have learned by following the PADI system. As the Managing Director of AB Ocean Divers I can now pass on my knowledge to my staff and share the enthusiasm I have for the sport with everyone. My involvement in the Dive Industry has enabled me to hold many positions, other than as a trainer, such as President Of Dive Australia for 5 years, Past President of the Victorian Dive Association for 6 years, Current member of Standards Australia sub-committee on Entry Level Recreational SCUBA Diving, current National Director of the Cave Divers Association of Australia, current committee member of the Landowners Advisory Group of SA and I have also acted as an adviser for Government Departments such as Conservation, Fisheries, Police and the State Coroner. At AB Ocean Divers I not only oversee the day to day operations but I also skipper our Charter boat 'Ocean Diver'. My passion is Cave Diving and this has led to caves all around the world.

Our Dive Crew

JANE BOWMAN
PADI COURSE DIRECTOR

A trip to the Maldives in 1984 commenced a love for SCUBA diving that is still as strong today as then, and started what was to become not just a hobby but a career. PADI training has enabled Jane to become one of the few female Course Directors in Australia. She is also an Emergency First Response Instructor Trainer, CDAA Instructor and a Marine Safety Coxswain. A love of photography and marine biology has enabled her to appreciate not only what Victoria has to offer but better appreciate overseas destinations. Jane has travelled extensively to destinations such as Malaysia, Thailand, Fiji, New Zealand, Mexico, USA, Tonga, Truk Lagoon, Palau, Guam, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Marshall islands and Niue. Technical diving has included trips to Florida, Mexico, Vanuatu and the Nullarbor to dive the caves plus countless journeys to Mt Gambier to dive in Australia’s best cave diving area. Her role at Ocean Divers is as Training Manager, along with asisting in the daily running of the business.

SARA IBISON
PADI IDC STAFF INSTRUCTOR

Sara originates from Lancashire in the UK, but became a fair dinkum Aussie during 2003. A keen PADI IDC Staff Instructor, Sara has a love of marine life, wrecks and cows, and thinks all the staff should give up Diet Coke and drink more milk! Now the 'official' events co-ordinator for Ocean Divers, you can be assured that your requests for social activities will be met whenever possible. Apart from a evry active role in training, Sara looks after merchandising and marketing.

MIKE REED
PADI INSTRUCTOR

Mike is a regular instructor at Ocean Divers, and when not teaching, is often seen out pleasure diving on Ocean Diver. he holds a number of specialty ratings, and is also an Emergency First Response Instructor. Mike holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry & Zoology, a Diploma of Teaching and postgraduate qualifications in Business Management.