Darren Woodward

Darren Woodward serves as the General Manager of Business Development and Technology at Sojitz Blue Pty Ltd since June 2019, focusing on growth strategies for the Metallurgical Coal business and exploring opportunities in Non-Coal and critical minerals. Woodward has an extensive background in leadership roles within Hastings Deering, including positions as General Manager for Assets, Innovation and Growth, and Mining Business Manager, as well as experience at Liebherr Mining Equipment Co. and PT. Trakindo Utama. With a Graduate Diploma in Learning Management specializing in Executive Leadership from Central QLD University, Woodward's career encompasses significant contributions to marketing, sales, and operational efficiency in the mining sector.