MicroHeat's next generation electric water heating technology is world class and now with our Electrochemical Water Disinfection technology our company is ready for global expansion, with a focus on products and technology that will improve people's wellbeing all over the world, we are excited about the future. We have products and future applications for overseas markets in water heating, water disinfection, RV's and hydronic underfloor heating markets.If you're interested in regional distribution or investment for growth please visit our website at www.microheat.com.au

Responsible for Product Development, Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing and the day-to-day operations of the business. Developing strategic plans, reports to and in conjunction with the Board of Directors to deliver the long term objectives of the business.

Reporting to the Managing Director, responsible for the innovation of the MicroHeat electrode technology into appliance products from concept through to commercialization, leading a team of engineers and operations, through the concept design, prototype, validation, design for manufacture, servicing, installation and warranty. Managing all aspects of the delivery to market with technical sales interface with all verticals of customers from construction, key stakeholders, distribution, trades and direct consumers.Key achievements:• Delivered the first MicroHeat instantaneous electric water heater to market in the world. The water heater incorporates MicroHeat’s patented electrode technology that removes failures related to existing heat exchange technologies and delivers a more efficient and adaptable hot water solution at the size of a A4 footprint. • Secured and managed key partners for sales distribution channels. • Oversaw the field trial installation and testing of the product across all states of Australia.• Developed the product design and program strategy for technology applications across global markets. Including research on products available in different markets, specific certification requirements for the various markets and the various power supplies relevant to each market.• Managed the team of electronic, mechanical and CAD engineers to deliver innovative design solutions for commercialising the technology into benchtop appliances, automotive glycol heating applications (Across all engine types) and replacement of electric elements in storage water heater tanks.• Managed all aspects of the testing and certification compliance, including approvals to applicable AS/NZS and IEC Electrical Safety certification standards, Electro-interference compliance(EMC) and WaterMark licencing, AS4020 and AS3498.• Completed R&D tax incentive yearly submissions.

Sanctuary Lakes is a place of residence for over 10,000 residents that includes just under 3,000 homes as its managed environment. The resort includes expansive maintained lakes and beachfront that attract bird life from around the world, maintained boulevards and parks, a Greg Norman 18 hole designed golf course and recreation services for all residents such as pool, gym and lifestyle activities, in addition is a back-to-base security and 24/7 mobile security patrols. It is a unique resident ran environment, where Sanctuary Lakes Resort Services Limited (SLRS) provides the services to residents and each Sanctuary Lakes Owners Corporation is a member of the management body SLRS.

Futuris is the largest Tier 1 OEM automotive supplier in Australia, with expanded operations to China, Thailand and US. Core product development, manufacturing and assembly operations is seating systems and interior trims. Reporting to the General Manager of Programs, managed all aspects of the commercial activities between customers and the business and the delivery of new model programs from customer interface to factory floor and into production.Key achievements:• Negotiated and acquired new business programs competing against global organisations such as Magna, Johnson Controls, Lear Corp, Faurecia, exceeding +$100M in awarded programs over four years. • Managed teams of between 6 to 20 staff in delivering products from concept to production across various plants in both Melbourne and Adelaide and product lines supplying to Ford, GM Holden, HSV and Toyota.• Responsible for managing new product programs exceeding revenues of +$50M per year and product tooling programs exceeding $20M for various product systems such as floor carpets, seating systems, interior soft trims, boot trims, door trims, headliners, parcel shelves, fibreglass and acoustic insulators, spoilers.• Delivered new product programs using strict stage gate principals, APQP and PPAP, managing up to 10 stage gate programs at any one time.• Constantly exceeded business program targets in excess of +15%.• Delivered new product programs on time, to quality standards and customer expectations.• Managed the design for manufacture process within each program including DFMEAS, PFMEA, Process flow and mapping, RASIC matrixes, Control plans and work instructions.

Tier 1 OEM automotive supplier in Australia, developing and manufacturing interiors, unbonnet and painted body assemblies. Key achievements:• Managed teams of between 6 to 20 staff in delivering products from concept to production across various plants and product lines.• Responsible for managing new product programs exceeding revenues of +$40M per year and product tooling programs exceeding $5M.• Negotiated and acquired new business programs competing against global organisations, exceeding +$10M in awarded programs. • Constantly exceeded business program targets in excess of +15%.• Delivered new product programs on time, to quality standards and customer expectations.

Tier 1 OEM Automotive supplier. They design, manufacture and assemble plastic fuel tank systems and components for Global automotive OEMs in Australia. Report to the Executive General Manager managed the commercial and purchasing functions within the business for new product programs and existing business across all customers. Key achievements:• Increased product profitability by +10% leading up to and after start of production through negotiation with customers on pricing and suppliers on cost. • Improved the commercial relationship between customer-GM Holden and the business, improving pricing opportunities and customer satisfaction.• Successfully negotiated and managed various new purchase contracts (+$20M per year, from local, interstate and overseas suppliers), from both a commercial and delivery perspective. With global suppliers such as SABIC, Delphi, Siemens, AI Auto.• Key part of core team responsible for the development and delivery of the first Ford plastic blow moulded fuel tank system.• Ensuring all commercial targets were achieved with focus on constant increased improvement to the P&L, through continuous improvement, supplier sourcing and negotiation, supplier quality and warranty improvements. • Negotiating key gains to the business through contractual terms and conditions on new purchase contracts.• Managing the delivery of on-time supplier purchase part development programs within the commercial targets and to the high quality standards required.

Tier 1 plastics moulder and assembler for the automotive, white goods and packaging industries. Reporting to the General Manager of Product Development, responsible for new and existing product introduction from design for manufacture, tool manufacture, process design and validation to volume production. Key achievements:• Employed and structured a team of 10 engineers and managed the team through new product introduction across the business. • Successfully developed new toolmakers and managed the manufacture, trial and approval of +100 Injection and blow Mould tool systems in both Malaysia and China over a 2 year period for the GM Holden VZ and VE commodore. • Managed production tooling programs in excess of $20M for both GM Holden and Mitsubishi.• Management of all timing and technical customer related activities between customer and business.• Team building throughout the organization in managing and developing APQP team work oriented processes (Including the management of the PPAP process), to achieve both customer and internal timing milestone.• Managed the design for manufacture process within each program including PFMEA, Process flow and mapping, RASIC matrixes, Control plans and work instructions.• Achievement or better than quoted product introduction with improved manufacturing efficiency and quality.• Delivery of purchase parts on time and to quoted targets.• Smooth introduction of all products related to program introduction into manufacture, including monitoring customer schedules, suppliers and quality issues.• Sourcing, manufacture and commissioning of all tooling and manufacturing process related jigs & fixtures.• The accurate gathering of information and quoting of all manufacturing costs for the manufacture of new products for the purpose of securing new business.• VA/VE (Value analysis/Value engineering) teams for both internal and external cost saving and efficiency improvement programs.

Reporting to the Sales and Marketing Manager, responsible for the commercial management of key customer accounts. Including acquisition of new business and all aspects of the commercial negotiations and customer relationship through to volume production. Key achievements:• Negotiated and acquired new business in excess of $25M per annum in a highly competitive global bidding market, including major manufacturers from China, India and Japan.• Improved the overall PBIT through sighting opportunity during quotation and subsequent negotiation of new business or existing business.• The management of the total product throughout the organisation in relation to the customer relationship.• Maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction by communication, professional quotation packages, support, and prompt response – customer focus and orientation.• Developing new business opportunities and initiatives throughout the account.• Meeting key KPIs in the area of cost recovery and PBIT.

Tier 1 automotive manufacturer and supplier of moulded floor carpets and interior trims.Reporting to the Business Unit Manager, responsible for all operational activities related to the 3 shift manufacturing facility, with a team focus on performance, OH&S, quality, efficiency, zero defects and absenteeism.Key achievements:• Managed 3 shift / 24 hour production teams of approximately 60 staff delivering 95% achievement to targets.• Facilitated and implemented change management in manufacturing operations through restructuring reporting, planning/scheduling, purchasing and KPI control processes. • Facilitated the ongoing efficient utilisation of labour and raw materials across all shifts targeting 100% efficiency and zero defects.• Facilitated the closure of the plant due to transfer of business. Retained up to the last day, +95% KPI achievements and planned customer stock builds to ensure ongoing customer supply to both GM Holden and Mitsubishi during business transfer.

Nylex Preston expanded production operations to Adelaide. Managed the introduction of new products into production. Determine manufacturing cost and tooling for volume manufacture of new products and current product changes. Managed the implementation of new products and current product changes into production, including responsibility for tooling budgets, production costs, development to PPAP and production start-up. Key achievements:• Managed the product development for the new Green Field site, moving complex operations from Melbourne to Adelaide improving the overall product quality delivery to key local customers GM Holden and Mitsubishi.• Developed and commissioned new product and capital technologies into the business including dual axis waterjet cutting robot cells and polyurethane pouring and foaming systems.

Manage production process quality and cost saving improvements, capital expenditure, new product introduction including production capacity analysis, production equipment and process layout, commissioning and training operators throughout the manufacturing and assembly process across all customers, Ford, Toyota, GM Holden and Mitsubishi.