Richard Trench

Richard Trench has extensive experience in the mining and machinery sectors, currently serving as Branch Manager at Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia since April 2012, where responsibilities encompass project management, liaising with stakeholders, resource allocation, budgeting, and ensuring safety compliance. Prior roles at Hitachi include Service Manager, Site Manager at Liddell Mine, Projects Manager, and Field Service Supervisor, demonstrating a strong focus on project execution and machine maintenance. Before Hitachi, Richard managed Richard Trench's Garage, overseeing all business operations, and held a senior mechanic position at Murphy's Garage specializing in John Deere and Hitachi equipment. Educational qualifications include an M.B.A. in Human Resource Management, an Advanced Diploma in Project Management, and various engineering certifications, culminating from a solid foundation in mechanical trades and management training.