March delivered another round of leadership and career moves across the fleet and automotive sector, reflecting the changing shape of the industry. As electric vehicles continue to gain share in new car sales, new roles are emerging in areas such as electrification, energy management, and customer support. At the same time, many professionals are choosing employers that recognise their skills, invest in development, and offer a clear sense of purpose—highlighting a market where opportunity and expectations are rising together.
Rod Caldwell has been promoted Executive General Manager – MD Office and Internal Audit at Isuzu Ute.
Anika Cardamone has a new role at Toyota as Regional Sales Manager Souther Region & Tasmania.
James Creed has started a new position as Fleet Lead at WaterNSW.
Mark Mastrippolito has joined Splend as Head of Fleet.
Bryce Kelly has a new position as Fleet Category Manager at Downer.
Orson Bortfield has a new role as Procurement & Asset Manager at Fleet Leasing Australia.
Lance McGlone has joined Geely Auto Australia as National Fleet Manager.
Jason Chew is now with Autoguru in the role of Director, OEM Partnershipsna Future Mobility.
Andreas Hefter is now Head of Fleet at Smartgroup Corporation.
James Stuart is Head of Plant & Equipment at CIMIC.
Alex Bettes has a new position as Manager Commercial Fleet Relationships at SG Fleet.
Sam Walcher is National Fleet Manager at Renault Australia.
Fulvio Fattore has joined Rentco Transport Equipment Rentals as Chief Commercial Officer.
Todd Grundel has joined Norweld as Business Development Manager.
Michelle Petrovski Fleet Sales Manager at Toyota Finance Australia.
Shellie Hawkins has joined FleetPartners as Corporate Relationship Manager.
Dale Webster has been promoted to General Manager Fleet & Assets at Kangaroo Bus Lines.
Chris Thompson has joined Symbol Group as Light Vehicle Fleet Manager.
Nick Franco has stepped into a new role as Director of Growth and Strategy at Exploren.
