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Meet Our Team at TDT.

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Brett Roberts

CEO/Director

Brett Roberts

CEO/Director

Brett Roberts joined TDT in 2008, initially in the role as operations manager focussing on the logistics side of the business. Starting from scratch he set up a successful 3PL arm of TDT. As the training side of TDT continued to grow, in 2014 the logistics arm was sold off and Brett moved his focus back into training with the aim of delivering quality training solutions to its customers. In 2014 Brett became CEO of TDT and under his guidance the company has grown to now include 6 operational sites across Victoria and has been the largest provider of Heavy Vehicle licensing in Victoria for the last 4 years. Brett also brought Ridetek back under the TDT banner and is one of the top providing motorcycle schools in the state.

Brett is a passionate educator that employs a positive psychology and strengths-based approach to his corporate and academic development and applies this to better those around him. Drawing upon his vast educational background, combined with industry experience Brett looks to see TDT offer its students the best possible learning environment and develop them into the next generation of skilled and safe operators.

Brett became a director in 2022 and continues to expand his personal education to support the growth of TDT and to introduce further training options to TDT’s vast array of students. Outside of TDT, Brett is part of Monash University’s Business School whereby he lectures and specialises in management and professional development.

Outside of work Brett is passionate about martial arts and weight training and enjoys riding motorbikes and travelling when he can.

Jessica Alankalee

General Manager

Jessica Alankalee

General Manager

Jessica Alankalee, General Manager at TDT Training Australia.

Sameer Mathur

Compliance Manager

Sameer Mathur

Compliance Manager

Sameer Mathur has been associated with TDT Training Australia (TDT) since January 2017 as a Compliance Consultant. With over 2 decades of industry experience across healthcare, community services and vocational education and training sector, Sameer has proven skills and knowledge to develop and implement governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks for Registered Training Organisations and small businesses.

Sameer has proactively engaged with key stakeholders of TDT to design and implement a robust risk assessment framework to identify and mitigate operational and systemic risks to the business. He works closely with Senior Managers and HoDs to conduct quality audits, identify training needs and areas of improvement across all phases of student’s journey at TDT with an objective to keep the RTO audit ready at all times.

With a keen interest in sustainable industry engagement models, risk assessment strategies, compliance and quality assurance frameworks, Sameer aims to work alongside key industry players to understand skills for future and develop training and compliance frameworks to support businesses. Sameer has received ‘VET International Fellowship Award’ in 2019 from Linda Dessau, Governor of Victoria, for his International applied research work.

Outside TDT, Sameer is a Founder and Principal Consultant of Careers In Care Group that offers compliance products and services specifically designed to supports training providers and small businesses in implementing GRMC frameworks for a sustainable future.

VET International Fellowship Award” on 28 November 2019 by Linda Dessau, Governor of Victoria for his International applied research work.

Phone:0420 280 901
Email:sameer.mathur@tdt.edu.au

Chris Davis

Head of Sales & Business Development

Chris Davis

Head of Sales & Business Development

Phone:0439 548 177
Email:chris.davis@tdt.edu.au

Dr. Jeremiah (Arigu) Emmanuel

People and Culture Manager

Dr. Jeremiah (Arigu) Emmanuel

People and Culture Manager

Arigu brings over 16 years of senior-level HR experience, commitment to excellence and adherence to industry standards to TDT Training. With a strong background in strategic HR, employee relations (ER), and industrial relations (IR), Learning & Development (LD). Arigu is dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture while driving organizational success.

His extensive experience spans both the public and private sectors, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the diverse challenges and opportunities within different organizational contexts. Arigu's strategic approach to HR ensures alignment between HR initiatives and the overall business objectives of TDT Training, resulting in improved employee engagement, productivity, and retention.

Beyond his HR leadership role, Arigu is a seasoned educator with six years of teaching and coaching experience in HR, Management, and Innovation units, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and development. His passion for knowledge dissemination extends to research, particularly in the realms of social entrepreneurship and startup ventures, where he explores avenues for sustainable growth and societal impact. His background in academia enriches his ability to effectively communicate HR concepts and principles to diverse audiences within the organization.

As the People and Culture Manager (HR Business Partner), Arigu is dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative work environment where employees can thrive and contribute to the success of TDT Training. His passion for HR, coupled with his strategic vision and extensive experience, makes him a valuable asset to the TDT family and the Top Management team.

Hongbin Zhang

Head of Finance and Banking

Hongbin Zhang

Head of Finance and Banking

Hongbin is a hardworking and passionate finance manager at TDT Training. He prides himself in 15 years of loyal, dedicated service to TDT. As the Head of Banking and Finance at TDT, Hongbin oversees daily transactional accounting, debtor and creditor management, cash flow management and fleet asset management. He brings to this role solid project management, cost control, tender and contract management experience, teamwork spirit as well as time management skills from his 10-year experience as an engineer.

Hongbin leads business strategy planning and cost analysis. He enjoys his responsibility assisting the director and management team in making strategic decisions by providing detailed cost and performance analyses reports and suggestions.

Hongbin also manages business compliance and statutory reporting tasks such as Business Activity Statement report preparation and payment planning as well as Superannuation payment planning. Hongbin is the hub to connect all stockholders, such as the ATO and SRO, tax accountant, insurance broker, business investment lenders and all customers and suppliers. He is also keen to help staff members regarding various needs including payroll, tax and superannuation contributions.

Before joining TDT, he worked at the accounting firm, investment firm and business, gaining solid experience in Taxation and asset investment. He also gained experience in risk management, business accounting and finance. He is characterized by his strong attention to details.

Outside his professional work at TDT, he enjoys swimming, cycling and bush walking with family and friends. Mike joined TDT Training in 2016 to assist in growing & developing the business through his network of contacts, selling strategies & a strong desire to build long term relationships across target markets. With his hands on experience & knowledge, he can relate very quickly to potential candidates/companies requirements & continues to be a great support for the company & the training industry.

Mike has a passion for changing & improving people’s lives, & with all the courses on offer at TDT, Potential candidates have great opportunities to achieve this & upskill their current Qualifications & empowering themselves which is quite rewarding to witness.. Mike focus is for positive learning experience for candidates & is very proactive with custom service outcomes which are achieved with his can do attitude.

Dilini Ranathunga

Site Manager Hallam

Dilini Ranathunga

Site Manager Hallam

Dilini is a hardworking and passionate site manager at our Hallam site. She joined TDT Training in 2016 with over a decade of dedicated experience in administrative management. Prior to joining TDT Training, she works in Training and Recruitment industry as a senior administration officer. She is known for her meticulous attention to detail and commitment to excellence. She manages the Hallam office administration team and the trainers and handles accounts receivable for all sites.

As a site manager she oversees a range of complex administrative tasks, handles financial administration, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements such as VETtrak Administration, Vic Roads, and WorkSafe. Additionally, she is responsible for maintaining high-level client service standards and addressing complaints with utmost confidentiality and professionalism. Her educational background includes a Master of Arts in International Relations along with a Graduate Diploma in Public Relations from Deakin University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Languages, where she graduated with first-class Honors and received three gold medals for academic excellence.

She has consistently demonstrated leadership abilities, strong communication skills, and a dedication to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. She is leading and mentoring administrative staff to achieve departmental goals.

Julie Perry

State Operations Manager - Ridetek MTA

Julie Perry

State Operations Manager - Ridetek MTA

Ridetek MTA boasts 25+ years as an Accredited Vicroads Motorcycle Provider with over 85+ years of combined experience from our trainers and assessors and is currently one of the top Accredited Motorcycle Providers in the state with over 700 google reviews.

Julie joined Ridetek MTA in 2010, which at that point in Julie was a family run small business initially in the role of Office Administration focussing on sales and marketing. In 2011 Julie then progressively worked her way up to Office Administration / Finance Manager, overseeing not only the operational side of sales and marketing of Ridetek MTA but the financial operations in conjunction with her father Mel Baker.

In 2020 Julie became CEO and sole director of Ridetek MTA with the passing of her father Mel and under her guidance the company forged its way through the Covid 19 pandemic and has grown to now include 2 operational sites across Victoria. In 2021 with the assistance of TDT Training Australia’s CEO and Director Brett Roberts, Ridetek MTA was brought back under parent company TDT Training Australia’s banner.

Drawing on her numerous years of industry experience Julie looks to ensure that Ridetek MTA offer its students the safest learning environment possible, as well as providing a professional and enjoyable experience for all whilst also being affordable for the consumer.

Outside of work Julie is passionate about spending Julie with her family and loved ones and enjoys spending as much Julie as possible at home being a keen gardener.

Kristy Clark

Site Manager Ballarat

Kristy Clark

Site Manager Ballarat

With nearly five years of dedicated service at TDT Training Australia, I bring a wealth of experience in administrative and office support roles, contributing to the smooth and efficient functioning of our organization.

My journey with TDT has been defined by a commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and a passion for supporting our team in delivering high-quality vocational education and training services. From managing administrative tasks to providing valuable support to various departments, I take pride in my role as a dependable and proactive member of the team.

Outside of work, I am a devoted family person who cherishes spending quality time with my young family. As an avid supporter of the Essendon Football Club, I also relish in cheering on my team and sharing the highs and lows of the footy season with fellow fans.

In both my professional and personal pursuits, I am driven by a desire to make meaningful contributions, foster positive relationships, and embrace the values of teamwork and collaboration. I look forward to continuing my journey with TDT Training Australia and contributing to our shared success in the years to come.