Mr. Sisk was appointed President and CEO of MTU Detroit Diesel Australia on 14 February 2011. With a comprehensive understanding of the market, and of the challenges and opportunities that are both present and emerging for the business, he is equipped with the professionalism and commitment to deliver results.
He joins us from the United States, where he has honed his extensive business and leadership skills, working for Atlantic Detroit Diesel Allison, Detroit Diesel Corporation in Michigan, Penske Corporation and United Technologies.
His most recent appointment was as Senior Vice President for Atlantic Detroit Diesel Allison, where he was responsible for the off-highway engine business and the operational responsibility for on and off highway branch locations.
There he successfully negotiated the restructure of the off-highway operations to focus on team work, added sales and project management staff, mapped processes and established performance metrics – resulting in off-highway revenue growth.
Mr. Sisk holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University. He is also fluent in French, having studied at the Paris Sorbonne University (Paris IV).
Michael Munz Director & CFO
Dr. Michael Munz was appointed to the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and MTU Detroit Diesel Australia Board member on 4 October 2011, and is an integral part of the company’s long term sustainable business strategy.
Dr. Munz brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in business finance and controlling functions. A qualified mechanical and industrial engineer, Dr Munz has previously held various financial, management and leadership roles with Daimler AG; in Germany and Portugal.
Dr. Munz was most recently CFO and Head of Human Resources and General Administration at Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Europe (a subsidiary company of the Daimler group) and has previously held finance, process reengineering and project management positions with Evo Bus (Daimler Buses).
Dr. Munz holds degrees in both Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Engineering, as well as a PhD in Engineering from RWTH Aachen, Germany.
Paul Ellis General Manager, Sales, Marketing & Applications Engineering
Mr. Ellis was appointed to the role of General Manager – Sales, Marketing and Application Engineering in July 2007, and as an Executive Team member, is a key asset to the strategic development of MTU Detroit Diesel Australia. Mr. Ellis's leadership practises, business planning, relationship building, as well as vast industry experience, has allowed for the implementation of customer segmentation and the reorganisation of the sales function.
He has extensive strategic and commercial management experience, including the development of new businesses and marketing concepts within both business-to-business and end user environments.
Mr. Ellis holds substantial sales management experience in a wide cross section of industries, and has held various senior sales, marketing and operational roles in the transport, automotive, industrial and oil and gas sectors, including:
• East Coast Manager - Westfarmer's (Liquid Natural Gas business) • South Pacific Manager, Commercial Vehicle Lubricants - Exxon Mobil • National Sales and Marketing Manager, Aftermarket - Dana Australia • Regional Business Manager - Cummins • KleenheatGas.
Mr. Ellis holds a Bachelor of Business degree, with a major in marketing.
Phil Candler General Manager, Aftersales and Group Operations
Mr. Candler was appointed to the position of General Manager - Operations and Aftersales in 2009, and oversees the supply network, planning and product support to the group. He has successfully implemented MTU Detroit Diesel Australia's Altitude program, which aims to increase efficiencies in the company.
Mr. Candler holds a Diploma in Frontline Management and Business Management, as well as a CIV in Assessment & Training. He is a Board Member of Gold Coast TAFE, and holds memberships with Effective Aid International, State Industry Skills Council and International Humanitarian Aid.
Before joining MTU Detroit Diesel Australia Mr. Candler was involved with The Riviera Group, in the following roles:
General Manager, Technology and New Product Development - 2005 - 2008
General Manager, Manufacturing - 2001- 2005
Board Member - 2001
Production Manager -1996 - 2001
Production Manager, New Product Development - 1990 - 1996
Foreman, New Product Development - 1988 - 1990
John Zappia General Manager, Corporate Services
Mr. Zappia's tenure with MTU Detroit Diesel Australia spans nearly two decades. He has worked within the company's finance department since 1992, at which time he was Group Financial Controller, and was quickly promoted to Group Commercial Manager. Mr. Zappia was appointed to the position of General Manager Corporate Services in 2010, and oversees the growing HR and IT departments as well as all procurement and compliance.
He has successfully implemented MTU Detroit Diesel Australia's Nova project, the complete business strategy to improve and maintain best practice level, making it easier for our customers and employees to do business. Mr. Zappia spearheaded the DDAA and MTU-A 2001 merger, as well as MTU Detroit Diesel Australia's 2002 centralisation of all finance functions.
Mr. Zappia is a member of the Certified Practicing Accountants of Australia, National Institute of Accountants, as well as Chartered Secretaries Australia.
Prior to his tenure at MTU Detroit Diesel Australia Mr. Zappia held the following positions:
• Company Accountant, Gadsden Rheem Southcorp Pty Ltd • Financial Controller, Australian National Industries.
Jim Livermore General Manager, Eastern Operations
Mr. Livermore has managed MTU Detroit Diesel Australia's Eastern Region since May 2004, and is responsible for the area's AUD$85 million plus revenue portfolio. He continues to spearheaded strategies to enhance performance and achieve financial goals for the region. Over his 10 year tenure Mr. Livermore has negotiated repower and maintenance contracts with the largest mining customers in the area, worth more than AUD$20 million.
An active member of the executive team, for several years Mr. Livermore has provided guidance and direction for MTU Detroit Diesel Australia's sustained viability. He is active in developing new marketing and business opportunities that build on customer relationships, while being consistent with MTU Detroit Diesel Australia's vision, mission and guiding values.
Mr. Livermore joined MTU Detroit Diesel Australia in October 2001 as Branch Manager, Hunter Valley and has previously worked for: Komatsu Australia Pty Ltd, General Electric Industrial Systems, Hamersley Iron Pty Ltd.
He holds an Associate Diploma in Electrical Engineering and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management, and is the President NSW Superyacht Industry Association (2009/10).
Geoff Bailey General Manager, Western Operations
Mr. Bailey has been managing the company's Western Operations since May 2011. He has great experience in the diesel engine industry, having worked in sales, operations and management, since commencing his career with MTU Detroit Diesel Australia in April 1998.
His recent work has guided the company through steady growth in key areas including rail, mining, construction and industry, and he has strategic ties within the Western Australian business community
Holding a Bachelor of Engineering from Melbourne University, Australia, he has also completed postgraduate studies in International Business at Deakin University, Australia, graduating with a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Mr. Bailey is the Chairman for MTU's International Mining Council (IMC), developing global initiatives to promote MTU's mining business.
