February 2023

JOST promotes National Employee of the Year winner
February 27, 2023

JOST promotes National Employee of the Year winner

Equipment specialist, JOST Australia, has announced the promotion of Kirsty Dragon to State Manager QLD / PNG. According to JOST, Dragon has been working tirelessly behind the scenes in an operational role where she will meet an extensive customer base, focus on further developing strong relationships and improving customer experiences. “With her vast background in […]

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Isuzu announces new head of network development
February 27, 2023

Isuzu announces new head of network development

Isuzu has a great track record in Australia and shows no signs of stopping down. A new executive appointment will see new life injected into its dealership network. After an astounding year for its sales team the local truck giant Isuzu Australia Limited (IAL) has announced plans to further strengthen its supply chain and dealership […]

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QTA announces new service to help address workforce shortages
February 27, 2023

QTA announces new service to help address workforce shortages

The Queensland Trucking Association (QTA) has appointed Angela Mottram to its team as the industry workforce advisor for transport and logistics. Mottram has a strong industry engagement background and has extensive experience with a variety of workforce projects across different sectors including mining and warehousing. Most recently she worked on the Digital Literacy Skills Online […]

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Diversity program aims to break down barriers in trucking as a career
February 27, 2023

Diversity program aims to break down barriers in trucking as a career

An upcoming program will showcase diversity champions in the trucking industry in a bid to encourage new entrants into the workforce. The 2023 Teletrac Navman Driving Change Diversity Program is reported to be a ground-breaking initiative and will include the filming of participant stories in their workplace, industry marketing and promotional campaigning and a diversity […]

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New president to oversee three-year strategic plan
February 27, 2023

New president to oversee three-year strategic plan

A new three-year strategic plan adopted by Orthoptics Australia emphasises connecting, strengthening, promoting and growing, writes newly elected president DR AMANDA FRENCH. Orthoptics Australia (OA) held its 78th Annual Conference in Brisbane on the 29-30 October 2022. The highly successful event, run concurrently with the RANZCO Congress, saw a return to in-person meetings for the […]

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Swinburne’s first Founder in Residence to focus on zero-emissions aviation
February 24, 2023

Swinburne’s first Founder in Residence to focus on zero-emissions aviation

Rachel Barritt from Dovetail Electric Aviation, Swinburne University’s first Founder in Residence, will work with researchers to develop new aviation and aerospace ventures. Barritt will work closely with the team from Swinburne’s Aerostructures Innovation Research Hub (AIR Hub), utilising the hub’s cutting-edge capabilities in intelligent manufacturing processes, advanced composite materials, advanced air operations, and sustainable […]

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A teacher turned mining professional
February 24, 2023

A teacher turned mining professional

Jessica Nicholls hasn’t followed a conventional path to the mining industry, making her story all the more inspiring for the sector’s next generation. Jessica Nicholls joined National Group, one of Australia’s premier mining services companies, in 2015 after beginning her career as a kindergarten teacher in Newcastle. Her first role at National Group was as a receptionist at […]

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Newmont adds industry veteran to its board
February 24, 2023

Newmont adds industry veteran to its board

The US gold company has announced the appointment of industry long-time mining executive Natascha Viljoen to the position of executive vice president and chief operating officer. Viljoen is the current chief executive officer (CEO) of Anglo American’s subsidiary platinum business in South Africa, a role she has performed since 2020. Viljoen also has three decades of industry experience […]

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February 24, 2023

Team change for South32

Minerals miner South32 is in for a change at the top as several key executives shuffle their roles. From April 1 2023, chief financial officer (CFO) Katie Tovich will be appointed as chief human resources and commercial officer, with current vice president finance Sandy Sibenaler taking over as CFO. Tovich has been with the company for […]

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Gina Rinehart christens Oldendorff vessel
February 24, 2023

Gina Rinehart christens Oldendorff vessel

Mining magnate Gina Rinehart has christened the newest Oldendorff Carriers capsize ship, which will carry iron ore from Roy Hill. The 182,000 deadweight tonnage (DWT) vessel was christened in the traditional way, with a bottle of champagne. Senior Roy Hill representatives joined Rinehart at Namura Shipyard, Imari, Japan for the ceremony. Christened Gina Oldendorff, its […]

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