Meet the Team

With 20+ years’ experience at a Senior Management Level and a Diploma in Business Management, Steve joined the Daimler team in 2017. He had previously been employed in large Capital Equipment Industries in excess of 25 years. Steve is an avid Adelaide Crows and Adelaide United supporter and is very passionate about the Commercial Vehicle industry. His way of relaxing is jumping on his Indian Roadmaster Cruiser and just riding!

Darryl started in the industry 13 years ago in Used Trucks as a Sales Co-ordinator then progressed into Sales. In 2008 he transferred to New Truck Sales selling the Freightliner brand and he now Manages the sales of both Freightliner & Mercedes Benz Heavy Commercial Vehicles. When time permits he enjoys being out in the boat fishing.

Grant has been in the transport industry for over 36 years starting his career with Detroit Diesel as a Mechanic working in Adelaide as well as Darwin. He also spent time in the parts department and then moved up as parts & service rep which opened doors into selling New Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles. Grant then went on to become New Truck Sales Manager for South Central Trucks Mack and Volvo brands for 7 years and he is now back with the brands which first got him started in new trucks!

Brian started with Mercedes Benz in 1978 in the Service Dept on the tools through to Service Manager, then into Parts and now Sales. In 2010 he started selling Vans then moved into the Mercedes Heavy Trucks late 2010. His sales experience has been with all areas from vans to long haul, mining, fertilizer spreaders, and other aspects trucking. Some of his achievements have been the OBahn bus project/delivery to the State Government back in 1985. He is a happy pom, always happy to help!

Starting his career in the Australian Army Transport Corp, Tim has 20 yrs experience with trucks as a driver and in sales. He learnt to drive in a Mercedes-Benz and his passion for the product has grown ever since. Tim started with Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles Adelaide in 2007 until moving to take on a number of roles at Daimler’s head office in Melbourne. He has come back to Adelaide with his young family and is a great asset to the team with broad technical and product knowledge.

Phil is the Finance and Business Manager of the Dealership and with over 15 years of experience in the Automotive industry he is sure to ensure you obtain the best deal with the least amount of fuss. An avid Port Power Supporter....but don't hold that against him.

1. Robert has been in the service industry for 36 years with a total of 16 years with Daimler Trucks. He previously worked as the Service Manager for a Prestige Car dealership and has a Diploma in Business Management. Rob also has experience as a Fixed Operations Manager and also as a Parts Manager. In his spare time he enjoys watching his beloved Adelaide Crows play football!!
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Since 2009, Peter has been the Parts Operations Manager of Daimler Trucks Adelaide, Mildura and Mt Gambier as well as Mercedes-Benz Van Centre Northside. 46 years in the Automotive Industry predominantly in Parts Management on both Retail and Manufacturer here in SA and QLD, with extensive exposure to multiple different manufacturers of both passenger car, truck and bus.Peter enjoys the journey of an ever evolving Automotive Industry and boy has he seen some changes over the time!

Brenton joined the company in 1988 when they were Stillwell Trucks and became the Assistant Parts Manager in 2000. Brenton is extremely customer focussed with an extensive knowledge in Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, Fuso as well as Driveline Parts.

Morne started in the Auto Industry 22 years ago gaining experience in the Warehouse through to Management. He has vast experience with a variety of brands, commercial vehicles and trucks. He started his career in Sth Africa but has been working for Daimler Trucks Adelaide for the past 7 years. Morne is extremely passionate about this Industry, the Daimler brand but mostly giving his customers exceptional service. In his free time he enjoys watching Rugby and AFL.

With 20+ years’ experience at a Senior Management Level and a Diploma in Business Management, Steve joined the Daimler team in 2017. He had previously been employed in large Capital Equipment Industries in excess of 25 years. Steve is an avid Adelaide Crows and Adelaide United supporter and is very passionate about the Commercial Vehicle industry. His way of relaxing is jumping on his Indian Roadmaster Cruiser and just riding!

Steve started straight out of school with Stillwell Trucks as an Apprentice Diesel Mechanic and after completing his trade moved into the role of Appraiser with Used Trucks and then sales. In 2006, Steve’s association with Fuso Truck and Bus got underway and specialised in Fleet and Regional Government Sales. In 2011, Stephen returned to Daimler and now heads up our Fuso Sales Department across all locations. A mad sports fan who enjoys his time with his young family camping and wakeboarding.

Andrew joined the Daimler Trucks Adelaide team in 2017with over 29 years sales experience and 18 of those years in the transport industry. Has also owned his own truck during the 90’s while with Snap-On Tools and has a strong mechanical background having been a Maintenance Fitter & Turner. When Andrew is not at work he enjoys being involved with car clubs and racing.

Dennis has grown up in the transport industry with a genuine passion for trucks as his father and grandfather both owned and drove trucks their entire life. He spent many years working in the aviation industry and real-estate after before coming full circle back to transport. His knowledge of the transport industry across all market segments is second to none having driven and operated trucks himself and still occasionally gets behind the wheel.

Brenton has been in the transport industry for over 30 years. Having started as an apprentice Diesel Mechanic and working his way through the workshop, spare parts and eventually into sales, Brenton's background has always been Fuso Trucks and Buses from the start and no one knows more of the product than Brenton.  In his spare time Brenton enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and out on the 4WD tracks.

Phil is the Finance and Business Manager of the Dealership and with over 15 years of experience in the Automotive industry he is sure to ensure you obtain the best deal with the least amount of fuss. An avid Port Power Supporter....but don't hold that against him.

1. Robert has been in the service industry for 36 years with a total of 16 years with Daimler Trucks. He previously worked as the Service Manager for a Prestige Car dealership and has a Diploma in Business Management. Rob also has experience as a Fixed Operations Manager and also as a Parts Manager. In his spare time he enjoys watching his beloved Adelaide Crows play football!!
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Since 2009, Peter has been the Parts Operations Manager of Daimler Trucks Adelaide, Mildura and Mt Gambier as well as Mercedes-Benz Van Centre Northside. 46 years in the Automotive Industry predominantly in Parts Management on both Retail and Manufacturer here in SA and QLD, with extensive exposure to multiple different manufacturers of both passenger car, truck and bus.Peter enjoys the journey of an ever evolving Automotive Industry and boy has he seen some changes over the time!

Brenton joined the company in 1988 when they were Stillwell Trucks and became the Assistant Parts Manager in 2000. Brenton is extremely customer focussed with an extensive knowledge in Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, Fuso as well as Driveline Parts.

Morne started in the Auto Industry 22 years ago gaining experience in the Warehouse through to Management. He has vast experience with a variety of brands, commercial vehicles and trucks. He started his career in Sth Africa but has been working for Daimler Trucks Adelaide for the past 7 years. Morne is extremely passionate about this Industry, the Daimler brand but mostly giving his customers exceptional service. In his free time he enjoys watching Rugby and AFL.

With 20+ years’ experience at a Senior Management Level and a Diploma in Business Management, Steve joined the Daimler team in 2017. He had previously been employed in large Capital Equipment Industries in excess of 25 years. Steve is an avid Adelaide Crows and Adelaide United supporter and is very passionate about the Commercial Vehicle industry. His way of relaxing is jumping on his Indian Roadmaster Cruiser and just riding!

Neil has over 35 years of experience with a wealth of knowledge and highly respected within the industry. He Operated trucks for a number of years transcending to sales, selling New and Used. Neil Worked for Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles for 14 years joining Adtrans in early 2000 as the Used Truck Manager. He has been with the group 18 years continuing to exceed clients expectations providing excellent advice and service.

David has over 30 years of experience in the Truck Sales Industry within both the New and Used market. He has acquired a broad range of expertise within the transport industry working for International Aust for 14 years and the following 17 years selling Used Trucks and Trailers. Joining Adtrans Trucks Adelaide in 2017 David has a passion for finding the right vehicle to suit the customers needs.

Phil is the Finance and Business Manager of the Dealership and with over 15 years of experience in the Automotive industry he is sure to ensure you obtain the best deal with the least amount of fuss. An avid Port Power Supporter....but don't hold that against him.

1. Robert has been in the service industry for 36 years with a total of 16 years with Daimler Trucks. He previously worked as the Service Manager for a Prestige Car dealership and has a Diploma in Business Management. Rob also has experience as a Fixed Operations Manager and also as a Parts Manager. In his spare time he enjoys watching his beloved Adelaide Crows play football!!
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Since 2009, Peter has been the Parts Operations Manager of Daimler Trucks Adelaide, Mildura and Mt Gambier as well as Mercedes-Benz Van Centre Northside. 46 years in the Automotive Industry predominantly in Parts Management on both Retail and Manufacturer here in SA and QLD, with extensive exposure to multiple different manufacturers of both passenger car, truck and bus.Peter enjoys the journey of an ever evolving Automotive Industry and boy has he seen some changes over the time!

With 20+ years’ experience at a Senior Management Level and a Diploma in Business Management, Steve joined the Daimler team in 2017. He had previously been employed in large Capital Equipment Industries in excess of 25 years. Steve is an avid Adelaide Crows and Adelaide United supporter and is very passionate about the Commercial Vehicle industry. His way of relaxing is jumping on his Indian Roadmaster Cruiser and just riding!

Nev has 30 plus years' experience in the Automotive Industry in Parts/Service, Sales, FMO's and Transport Based Logistics in NZ, UK & Australia. He started in 2005 as a F&I Manager and moved to Sales in 2007, specialising in the new Mercedes-Benz Vans ranges. Nev manages the MBVC Northside Sales Team, he was the MB Vans Sales Executive of the Year Metropolitan 2013, Runner Up 2014, & 2017. CPC National UK and International in Transport.

Kenny is a recent addition to the team and comes to Mercedes-Benz Van Centre Northside with an enormous passion for Mercedes-Benz the brand. Kenny has spent 9 years in the automotive industry, the majority of that time spent selling high end and luxury vehicles. His passion is customer service and helping customers fulfil that dream of owning a Mercedes-Benz. He has a love of all forms of motorsport, loves watching the footy and watching his mighty Hawks win!

Carol is a highly motivated professional with proven success in Account Management and Business Development. Having extensive experience in Sales and a natural ability in building rapport and strong client relationships, Carol’s number one focus is giving the best service possible and the right advise. Carol recently joined MBVC Northside in May 2018.

Brenton started his working career as a Butcher then moved to a South Australian Non for Profit Organisation the Phoenix Society involved with Production then Sales and Promoting the Business. In 2017 he was given the opportunity to join the Team at Daimler Trucks as a Stock Coordinator then moved across to Mercedes -Benz Light Commercial Vehicles as a Sales Executive.He is now enjoying the challenge of working at the new Mercedes-Benz Van Centre Northside.

• With 27 years of experience, David has been with the company for almost 8 years starting as a Service Advisor in 2011. He moved to a Supervisor role and then the Service Manager from 2012 to 2015. In 2016 he was the Fixed Ops Manager of Adelaide, Mt Gambier and Mildura until 2017 and is now the Service Manager at Mercedes-Benz Van Centre Northside. David has won several Awards including the Fuso Service Manager of the Year in 2014/2016 and the Mercedes-Benz Service Manager of the Year 2016.
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Stephanie started Service Advising in January 2016 at Mercedes-Benz North Star Mildura and she was the 2017 Mercedes Benz Vans Service Advisor of the Year rural finalist and runner-up. Recently, Stephanie has joined Mercedes-Benz Van Centre Northside as their Service Advisor.

Since 2009, Peter has been the Parts Operations Manager of Daimler Trucks Adelaide, Mildura and Mt Gambier as well as Mercedes-Benz Van Centre Northside. 46 years in the Automotive Industry predominantly in Parts Management on both Retail and Manufacturer here in SA and QLD, with extensive exposure to multiple different manufacturers of both passenger car, truck and bus.Peter enjoys the journey of an ever evolving Automotive Industry and boy has he seen some changes over the time!

Brenton joined the company in 1988 when they were Stillwell Trucks and became the Assistant Parts Manager in 2000. Brenton is extremely customer focussed with an extensive knowledge in Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, Fuso as well as Driveline Parts.

Morne started in the Auto Industry 22 years ago gaining experience in the Warehouse through to Management. He has vast experience with a variety of brands, commercial vehicles and trucks. He started his career in Sth Africa but has been working for Daimler Trucks Adelaide for the past 7 years. Morne is extremely passionate about this Industry, the Daimler brand but mostly giving his customers exceptional service. In his free time he enjoys watching Rugby and AFL.

With 20+ years’ experience at a Senior Management Level and a Diploma in Business Management, Steve joined the Daimler team in 2017. He had previously been employed in large Capital Equipment Industries in excess of 25 years. Steve is an avid Adelaide Crows and Adelaide United supporter and is very passionate about the Commercial Vehicle industry. His way of relaxing is jumping on his Indian Roadmaster Cruiser and just riding!

Michael has 40 years’ experience in the heavy truck industry dealing with Iveco, UD, International, Mercedes-Benz ,Freightliner and Fuso. He has been a technical Mechanic, workshop Foreman, Technical representative, Service manager and a Branch Manager. Most of his experience was in South Africa and the last 15 yrs in Australia, 12 years of those with Adtrans. Michael's focus is customer satisfaction with the best outcome for the customer and the company.

Shayne has over 30 years of Industry Experience Factory training in Mercedes-Benz, Fuso, Hino, Kenworth and Daf products. He moved to Mt Gambier from Adelaide in 2000 to service and maintain the Local Heavy Vehicle Industry and joined the growing and professional team at Daimler Trucks Mt Gambier in 2018. Shayne strives to offer customers the best customer service experience in the region.

Phil is the Finance and Business Manager of the Dealership and with over 15 years of experience in the Automotive industry he is sure to ensure you obtain the best deal with the least amount of fuss. An avid Port Power Supporter....but don't hold that against him.

With 20+ years’ experience at a Senior Management Level and a Diploma in Business Management, Steve joined the Daimler team in 2017. He had previously been employed in large Capital Equipment Industries in excess of 25 years. Steve is an avid Adelaide Crows and Adelaide United supporter and is very passionate about the Commercial Vehicle industry. His way of relaxing is jumping on his Indian Roadmaster Cruiser and just riding!

Charles has experience as a Technician and Leading Hand in the Pre-delivery department at Daimler Trucks Adelaide. He has also been a Mercedes-Benz Handover Specialist tasked with driver training and ensuring customers have a superior experience when taking ownership of their new vehicle. Charles has over seen build-up and delivery of the New Actros.

Phil is the Finance and Business Manager of the Dealership and with over 15 years of experience in the Automotive industry he is sure to ensure you obtain the best deal with the least amount of fuss. An avid Port Power Supporter....but don't hold that against him.

Norm has a wealth of experience from the mining industry as well as the automotive industry and is constantly looking to achieve the best result for the customers of Mildura.