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Deputy Commissioner Corporate Services position created
Enhanced focus for corporate services activities
In a key appointment in the Service’s organisational restructure, Todd Andrews has taken up the role of Deputy Commissioner Corporate Services.
The Deputy Commissioner Corporate Services role brings Marine Rescue NSW into line with other volunteer emergency services in the State, and will enable a more holistic and collaborative approach to the delivery of corporate services functions within the Service.
Commissioner Stacey Tannos said Todd had proved a valuable member of the MRNSW Executive team, and welcomed his appointment to the role.
“Commencing in 2018 as Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary, Todd’s responsibilities were subsequently extended beyond accounting, finance and administration to also include information technology and systems, communications and engagement, property and projects, and grants and stores.” he said.
“Todd’s keen business insight, breadth of skills and sound leadership are exactly what is needed at this pivotal time in the Service’s history.”
Todd Andrews at the commissioning of Port Macquarie 21
vessels, unit bases and improved communications infrastructure under the State Government’s four year Capex funding model.”
“I feel it’s a privilege to work at MRNSW and I want to do the best I can with my fellow HQ staff and the volunteers to strive for continual improvement in all aspects of our organisation”, he added.
“I have been involved in saving lives for many years through
Mr Andrews said he was looking forward to his new role.
“I am looking forward to travelling more frequently and meeting more of the wonderful volunteers we have at Marine Rescue NSW.” Mr Andrews said.
“I am also looking forward to continuing the delivery of our new my lengthy association with Helensburgh Stanwell Park Surf Club, where I am still an active patrol member. I have been on the executive of the Junior Surf Club and acted as Treasurer for many years so I have a good understanding of volunteer organisations from a volunteer’s viewpoint.”
Prior to working with Marine Rescue NSW, Mr. Andrews worked at international Chartered Accounting firms Deloitte and PKF, in both Sydney and London.
From there, he moved into a commercial role spending eight years at a diverse property group, including four years as the Chief Financial Officer / Chief Operating Officer at a boutique financing company located in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Immediately prior to joining Marine Rescue NSW, Mr Andrews spent seven years as the Chief Financial Officer of an international construction group that designs and builds community assets & infrastructure including streetscapes, street furniture, public libraries, aquatic centres, playgrounds and other community assets.
Mr Andrews has a Bachelor of Business from the University of Technology Sydney and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance & Investment, and is a qualified Chartered Accountant. He is a Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australia and a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Todd Andrews with Minister for Customer Service, and Minister for Digital Victor Dominello, Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch and Tuggerah Lakes Unit Commander Bob Sutton at a cheque handover in late November.
