Keian Barnard: Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer
Keian joined Tyree Industries as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer in September 2013 and has over 25 years senior executive experience in manufacturing and service businesses with operations in Australia and other countries including China, South Africa and the UK. He was previously the chief executive of O’Donnell Griffin, General Manager at Ampcontrol and prior to this held various management roles with Metal Manufactures. He holds a Masters Degree in Accounting, a Diploma of Electrical Engineering and a Masters of Business. Keian is a Fellow of the Institute of Engineers Australia and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Michael Stack: General Manager and Technical Lead
Michael joined Tyree Industries in 2007 and is an integral member of the leadership team and has been instrumental in the introduction of new product lines and technologies. Michael has over twenty years experience in the transformer industry, primarily focused on engineering and product development for the Australasian and North American markets. Michael’s previous roles include Product Manager and Principal Engineer for Espey Manufacturing and Electronics Corp in the USA, prior to this he was the Electrical Engineering Manager for A.W Tyree Transformers. Michael has an Honours Class Degree in Electrical Engineering, an MBA in International Business and is a Chartered Professional Engineer by the Institute of Engineers Australia.
Michael’s direct contact details:
Ph: +61 2 48726141
Cheryl Smith: Financial Controller
Cheryl is a key member of the Tyree Industries management team with over 20 years employment with the company in various financial roles. She holds an Advanced Commerce Certificate, a Bachelor of Business in Accounting and undertakes continuing professional development training with CPA Australia. In addition to her extensive Tyree experience Cheryl has previously worked with Thiess as a Senior Accountant and Office Manager.
Scott Steele: General Manager Sales
Scott has been an integral part of Tyree Transformers for over a decade, serving as General Manager Sales. In this role, he oversees operations across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. Scott’s responsibilities include managing the sales of all product ranges, such as Power Transformers, Kiosk Packaged Substations, Ground Mounted Transformers, Pole Mounted Transformers, Voltage Regulators, BESS & Solar Inverter Transformers, Rectifier Transformers, and Earthing Transformers.
Based in NSW Australia, Scott leads a dedicated team of Sales, Customer Service, and Contracts Administration professionals. With a robust background spanning more than 30 years in the Electrical Industry, including tenure at prominent multinational manufacturers, Scott brings a wealth of expertise and insight to his role, ensuring the continued success and growth of the Tyree Group.
Scott’s direct contact details:
Ph: +61 2 48726149
George Foster: Production and Distribution Manager
George joined Tyree Industries in 1998 and has over 20 years of transformer engineering and production management experience. Fulfilling roles such as Process Engineering Manager, Product Development and Standards Manager, Engineering Manager and Quality Manager, George has built up a broad portfolio of hands on transformer manufacturing and design experience and has been instrumental in the development and introduction of new products and processes at Tyree. George holds a Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
