Materials Handling begins its next chapter with new GM, Gary Doherty
Materials Handling Pty Ltd has appointed a new General Manager to lead the company into its next era of safety. Gary Doherty, who has spent over 35-years in the materials handling industry, will head the company aiming to maintain the business’ high quality of products and safety solutions and continuous innovation in its industry.
With experience in sales and services, Doherty wants to create a safe, nourishing, and friendly work environment that filters through to the cliental the company assists. Diversifying the business’ strategies and prioritising safety, Doherty is ambitious when it comes to ‘working with ease’.
“I’m very excited to be undertaking the role of General Manager for Materials Handling Pty Ltd, especially during an interesting time of growth and change,” said Doherty.
“When it comes to working safely, my main priorities are to ensure our staff go home to their families in the same shape when they left. We want the same for our customers too. That’s why Materials Handling Pty Ltd is abreast of current safety guidelines, policies, and national standards.”
General Manager, Gary Doherty (right) chats to Warehouse Technician, Adam Davy (left).
Thrilled to take on the role and service safety solutions Australia-wide, Doherty knew working for Materials Handling Pty Ltd was unlike any other company he has experienced before. Not only has the family-owned business led the way in materials handling and safety for over 40-years, but its product catalogue boasts a range that sells everything from trolleys, conveyors, access equipment, drum handling equipment and lifting equipment, to manual and materials handling solutions.
“Materials Handling Pty Ltd is different to its competitors because of our level of professionalism,” said Doherty.
“The company has many years of experience, and our product range is so extensive that we have been industry leaders for quite some time. The ease at which clients can engage with Materials Handling Pty Ltd from the start of an enquiry to the supply/installation stage clearly shows our expertise.”
General Manager, Gary Doherty (left) shows Sales Technician, Carl Gaedtke (right) a materials handling product.
Doherty even enthused how Materials Handling Pty Ltd was a great place to work, as no two days are ever the same.
“The fact our product range is immense across so many sectors really creates genuine excitement amongst our team,” said Doherty.
“Our current staff are spread nationally and are very skilled in their own areas – from Overhead Cranes, Light Rail Crane Systems, Vacuum Lifting systems, Hoists, Battery-Powered Equipment, Trolleys, Warehousing and Technical Sales. This knowledge allows us to assist each other when required, ensuring the best outcomes for our customers.”
Doherty has already commenced his position as General Manager with Materials Handling Pty Ltd and has begun ensuring the business is set for success. Outside of this full-time role, Doherty enjoys music, highly competitive sports, and spending time with his family when he can.
Gary Doherty with his family.
Regardless of the task, Doherty is focused and has the ambition to make Materials Handling Pty Ltd one of the best providers of workplace safety equipment in the industry.
“The ambition to reach achievable goals has led me to where I am now,” said Doherty.
“It’s a good dream to have, and I can’t wait for what’s in store.”
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