Archived News for Executives and Senior Management
Optus has announced Kevin Russell as the company’s new Chief Operating Officer with immediate effect. The appointment will see Mr Russell depart his Chief Executive role at mobile operator Hutchinson Three in the United Kingdom.
Mr Russell will take responsibility for the operations of the mass market segments of Optus’ business as well as the company’s Wholesale and Satellite division. Mr Russell will also be responsible for the Optus Consumer, Optus Small and Medium Business.
“Kevin’s experience and this appointment will strengthen our ability to take full advantage of the opportunities emerging in our market. His track record in the industry speaks for itself and I am delighted to welcome him to the Optus team,” Optus Chief Executive, Paul O’Sullivan said.
Senior executives sought for TEQSA
Senior executives are being recruited for the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), the new national regulatory and quality assurance agency for the higher education sector.
Victoria seeks new Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commissioner
The Board of the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission (VEOHRC) has called for applications for the position of Commissioner.
CEO to be appointed to NHPA
The Board of the National Health Performance Authority (NHPA) is seeking to appoint an inaugural Chief Executive Officer.
National manager sought for TGA
The Federal Department of Health and Ageing is seeking a National Manager for the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). The appointee will be responsible for overseeing implementation of the ‘TGA reforms: A blueprint for TGA’s future’, released in December last year, and will also play a key role in the creation of an Australia-New Zealand international regulatory agency.
Appointments to NSW EPA advertised
The NSW Government is seeking to appoint a chairperson, board members and a Chief Environmental Regulator as part of its overhaul of the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA).
National Rail Safety Regulator position open
The National Rail Safety Regulator Project Office is seeking to appoint a full-time National Rail Safety Regulator/CEO as well as part-time non-executive members who will assist the Regulator in ensuring sound governance, advise on high-profile and sensitive issues, and engage with government, industry and other stakeholders in developing the national co-regulatory rail safety framework.
QR National looks for new policy chief
Australia’s largest rail freight operator, ASX-listed QR National, is recruiting for the new position of Vice President National Policy. The appointee will lead the development of QR’s national policy, particularly in relation to the Australian transport and logistics sectors.
Tweedy departs WorkSafe Victoria after funding cuts
WorkSafe Victoria’s CEO Greg Tweedly has announced his resignation weeks after the Victorian Government moved to cut funding for the body by $470 million.
SKM appoints new leader of mining business
Sinclair Knight Merz (SKM) has appointed a new general manager to head the company’s mining and metals business, following the appointment of the former general manager, Santo Rizzuto, to the role of CEO.
Victoria appoints Executive Director for major projects office
The Victorian Government has announced Tim Bamford as Executive Director of Major Projects Victoria (MPV), tasking him with overseeing the state's more complex and important construction projects.
New chief executive for NSW Minerals Council
Stephen Galilee has taken up his position as the new Chief Executive of the NSW Minerals Council.
Jetstar Asia chief steps down
Chong Phit Lian has announced she will resign from the position of Jetstar Asia CEO as of Feburary 2012.
APRA announces new Executive General Managers
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has announced two new senior appointments to the positions of Executive General Manager of the Diversified Institutions Division and Executive General Manager of the Supervisory Support Division.
Worner appointed as CEO of Seven Television
Tim Worner has been announced as the Chief Executive Officer of Seven Network Television, giving him overall responsibility for the group’s entire television division.
DRG appoints new CEO for IronRidge
DRG Global has announced Peter Williams as the new CEO of its IronRidge Resources subsidiary.
Penn announced as Telstra's CFO
Telstra has announced Andrew Penn as the telco’s new Chief Financial Officer and Group Managing Director, Finance from March 2012.
New CEO for Bandanna Energy
Bandanna Energy has announced the appointment of highly experienced mining executive Michael Gray as the company’s new CEO, effective from January next year as he joings the company as Managing Director.
Pollaers to step down from Fosters
In the wake of the acquisition of Foster’s Group by SAB Miller, John Pollaers has announced he will step down from his position of CEO to be replaced by chief architect of the purchase, Ari Mervis.
Senior appointments to RBA Board
The Federal Government has announced Dr Phillip Lowe to the position of Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank and Heather Ridout as a member of the Board.
Angus Houston to chair Airservices
The Federal Government has announced Air Chief Marshal Angus Houston (Ret’d) as the next Chair of Airservices as of June next year.