Nick Katris - General Manager

“My plan is to create a work environment that is successful, satisfying and enjoyable.  Let’s face it, half of our waking time is spent at work so it is important that this time is spent wisely.”

Our team is led by Nick Katris, a professional in the Industrial Wheels and Castors market, providing both vision and a wealth of experience for the company.

Nick spent a couple of years working in the EHI Australia warehouse, while attending university, before leaving the company to expand his horizons. Fast forward ten years and Nick returned as the National Sales Manager after managing  Flexello Australia in NSW for much of the time . Working his way from  National Sales Manager, to Divisional Manager and now General Manager, Nick strives to further strengthen  EHI Australia’s position as one of the leading hardware/Industrial suppliers in Australia.

His goal is to further develop  global ties with sister companies, including Colson, to realise the full benefit of being a part of the world’s largest Industrial wheel and castor group. 

Of utmost importance to Nick is to surround himself with a team of skilled, diligent and ethical people.  With the right team EHI is well equipped to cope with the day to day challenges facing every medium business.
 

Andrew Arthy - Controller

"I enjoy what I do for a living, and I believe this is a must with today’s demanding lifestyles."

Andrew has significant experience developing, improving, enhancing, implementing, and providing, financial and non-financial management reports and systems. He is a problem solver and team-player who can communicate effectively across all business levels.  His background has been in variety of industries, and he is looking at leveraging this experience to further improve the internal efficiencies at EHI.
 

Andrew Rohrbach - Hardware Division Sales Manager

"A passion for work and a desire to succeed."

Andrew joined the EHI team in January 2010 bringing with him a wealth of sales and marketing experience in the food and wine industries.  More recently, he has run his own sales consultancy business and gained experience in semi-industrial industry sectors.

Andrew thrives on a challenge and is focused on making EHI number one in the hardware marketplace through a combination of superior customer service as well as a wide and competitive product range.
 

Ashley Harris - Hardware Sales Representative (VIC)

"I have found my time with EHI to be a great challenge and at times, I’m taken back to my roots with products like our new release of the ‘Pocket Garden’!"

Ashley began his career with EHI  a little over 2 years ago. A qualified horticulturalist with 14 years experience in that industry, Ashley's move to the hardware industry has been a fast and steep learning curve.

Having spent many years in the retail Ashley understands his customers and their needs well. His approach to sales is based predominantly on his communication skills - making sure his customers are well informed.

Ashley is driven by the reality of sales being a peaks and troughs role. This reality check makes him strive for consistency in everything he does, from first meetings to call cycles and timely follow-ups with his customers.
 

Charlotte Burstow - Receptionist

"I enjoy the opportunity to learn new skills everyday"

Charlotte joined the EHI Team in December of 2009. She came to EHI looking to further her office skills in a growing company. Finding a role amongst a great team and working environment was very important to her and she is glad to have found that at EHI.

Being the first point of contact for the company is an important role and Charlotte has become a trusted voice of EHI among our customers.
 

Gary Miller - Purchasing Officer

"I enjoy working with a good team of people"

Gary is another or our long serving employees. Since starting his career at EHI almost a decade ago, Gary has seen many changes in the company.

Born and bred in Perth, Gary prides himself on his efficiency and attention to detail.
 

Luke Prestwidge - Industrial Division Assistant

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Luke began is EHI career back in 2006 as a warehouse assistant. In 2008 he was promoted to the Industrial Division assistant and likes to focus on making sure orders are being despatched correctly and as efficiently as possible.
 

Marie Cannen - PA to the General Manager

"I enjoy a the variety in my role and working with a great bunch of people."

Marie joined the EHI Team in 2006. Loving a lot of variety, the role suits her perfectly. From PA duties to HR and even IT, Marie likes to be busy.

Marie has spent many years in Administration roles and began her career as a Receptionist. From there she moved quickly into a PA role and then to Admin Management. Since joining EHI she has put all of her skills to good use.
 

Michael Dunk - Industrial Division Manager

"Competition drives me!"

Michael has been in the Castor and wheel industry for 15 years. Michael spent 10 years managing his own business and then joined forces with EHI almost 5  years ago.

Managing the whole of the EHI Industrial division, Michael works hard to bring only products of the best quality and value to his customers and his commitment to top customer service is obvious to all.
 

Rebecca O'Callaghan - Hardware Division Assistant

"Perth is a big change from the small coastal town of Batemans Bay. I love the Perth lifestyle."

All the way from NSW, Rebecca made a big move, leaving friends and family to join the EHI team in November 2009.

Rebecca has worked in the hardware industry for over 2 years, starting out at Hardware & Building Traders - a buying group for independent hardware stores.

Rebecca looks forward to the challenges this new position offers and to helping the Hardware Division grow.
 

Simon Patchett - Industrial Sales Manager

"Being in Australia is just great, even after seven years I still sometimes wake up feeling, wow, I’m really in this wonderful country"

Simon has been a driving force for EHI's castor sales division since 2006 and enjoys his role as much now as he did when he began.

Simon began his "castor career" over 15 years ago in the UK so he brings not only a sound knowledge of the worlds leading (wheel and castor) products but also an international perspective.

Simons biggest motivation is his customers. He enjoys dealing with people and working out what makes them tick.
 

Susan Barnes - Hardware & Purchasing Assistant

"I love everything about being back in sunny Perth"

Susan came to EHI in 2008 after working in the aviation industry in the UK,  where she lived for several years. Here, she assists our Purchasing Manager with various tasks from shipping to orders and even credits.

Susan loves Perth, her job and the friendly people she works with.

Sue Stumpfoll - Bookkeeper

"I love variety, a challenge and being busy"

Susan has an extensive background over a range of industries and oodles of experience in all aspects of accounts and payroll. Since joining EHI at the beginning of 2009, Susan has concentrated on bringing the debtors and creditors to within company guidelines. She enjoys the variety of accounts and payroll and working with a lovely group of people.
 

Vaughan Smith - Industrial Sales Representative

" I strive to listen to my clients needs and then exceed expectations"

While fairly new to the castor industry Vaughan has 15 yrs experience in sales and client focused roles. He believes that good communication ensures lasting business relationships and as such my phone is almost always on.

Vaughan likes the progressive nature of the castor industry and takes particular interest in special project work and consulting on new product development. He likes the fact  that EHI are leaders in our field and is always looking to strengthen and improve our market position by adding value to all our customers.

Vaughan enjoys working with the head office crew and the team environment we maintain at EHI.

Born in South Africa and having attended college studying Marketing and Sales, Vaughan  decided to spread his wings and moved to the UK to gain experience and travel.  After many years he decided to move to Australia with his family and settle in the wonderful Western Australia.

 To compliment his competitive nature and to avoid stress Vaughan enjoys playing golf.

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