The fleet and automotive industry continues to evolve, and with it comes new opportunities for talented professionals to take on fresh challenges and responsibilities. Each career move reflects the industry’s ongoing transformation—driven by innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to progress. This month, we highlight recent appointments and role changes across the sector, recognising the individuals contributing their expertise to shape the next chapter of fleet and automotive leadership.
Jodi Ujimoto has started a new position as Operations Manager at NT Fleet.
Michael Elias has joined Ford Australia as General Manager – Fleet.
Scott Brandis has joined Volkswagen as Corporate Business Manager QLD and WA.
Marnie Walsh has a new position at Emeco Group as National Fleet Manager.
Chris Bolden has joined Toro Australia as Business Manager – Sales.
Christopher Wood has joined Merri-bek City Council as Fleet Replacement Program Officer.
Jason Natherson has joined Volkswagen as Corporate Business Manager NSW and SA.
Fary Doust has a new position as Technical Project Manager – Technology and Innovation at Blacktown City Council.
Daniel Davey started a new position at Wagga Wagga City Council as Manager Plant, Fleet & Building.
Michael Friend is now Regional Manager NSW/ACT at Toyota Fleet Management.
Micah Strachan has joined Tesla as Business Development Manager – Enterprise Sales AU/NZ.
Lynette Silvey has joined GWM Australia and New Zealand as Senior Manager – National Fleet & Mobility.
Ambily Menon has joined Geotab as Product Manager APAC.
Benjamin Binns has been appointed as Engineering Manager at Isuzu Power Solutions.
James Stride has joined Ironman 4X4 as National Fleet & OEM Manager.
Michael Waterston has a new position was Executive General Manager at Inside Edge.
Kristen Perich has joined Liberty Signs as Business Development Manager.
Andrew Tulip has started a new position as Regional Fleet Manager Northern at MG Motor.
Myles Hartley has joined Mazda as National Aftersales Support Services Manager at Mazda.
Wei Qiao has joined go EV as Junior Electrical Engineer.
Norma Norha is now Fleet Sales Manager – LCV & Passenger Sales at Stellantis Australia and New Zealand.
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