We are driven by our people

NTRO Leadership

We remain committed to engaging the sharpest minds and most creative solution providers. Individuals who provide diverse thought, varied points of view and challenging ideas, will collectively have a rich combination of skillsets perfectly placed to foresee the future of transport.

Our Board Members

Our Board provides strategic oversight and governance, ensuring NTRO delivers on its mission to shape the future of transport systems across Australia and New Zealand. Comprised of respected leaders from diverse industries, the Board guides our organisation with integrity and foresight.

Peter Woronzow
Board Chairman
Peter Woronzow
Board Chairman
Neil Scales OBE
Board Member
Neil Scales OBE
Board Member
Kevin Reid
Board Member
Kevin Reid
Board Member
Pamela Henderson
Board Member
Pamela Henderson
Board Member
Claire Brown
Board Member
Claire Brown
Board Member
Cynthia Heydon
Board Member
Cynthia Heydon
Board Member
Stephen Troughton
Board Member
Stephen Troughton
Board Member
Nick Marinelli
Board Member
Nick Marinelli
Board Member
Ian Webb
Board Member
Ian Webb
Board Member
Dr Collette Burke
Board Member
Dr Collette Burke
Board Member

Our Chiefs

Our Chiefs are at the helm of NTRO’s operations, steering the organisation toward excellence. They lead with clarity, inspire innovation, and champion a culture that prioritises collaboration and transformative outcomes.

Michael Caltabiano
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Caltabiano
Chief Executive Officer
Dr Richard Yeo
Chief Operating Officer
Dr Richard Yeo
Chief Operating Officer
Dr Mike Shackleton
Chief Research Officer
Dr Mike Shackleton
Chief Research Officer
Mark Steidle
Chief Commercial Officer
Mark Steidle
Chief Commercial Officer

Executive Leaders

The Executive Leadership team drives our strategic initiatives and operational excellence. With a focus on delivering impactful research and practical solutions, they ensure NTRO remains at the forefront of the transport sector.

Jason Sprott
Executive Director Ports & Airports
Jason Sprott
Executive Director Ports & Airports
Jeff Doyle
Executive Director Roads & Road Safety
Jeff Doyle
Executive Director Roads & Road Safety
Natalie Loughborough
Executive Director Rail & Public Transport
Natalie Loughborough
Executive Director Rail & Public Transport
Rahila David
Executive Director (CCAT)
Rahila David
Executive Director (CCAT)

Regional Leaders

Our Regional Leaders represent NTRO’s commitment to local engagement and regional impact. By understanding the unique needs and challenges of different areas, they help deliver tailored solutions that benefit communities nationwide.

Rod James
National Leader Operations, New Zealand
Rod James
National Leader Operations, New Zealand
Craig Manton
State Leader, Northern Territory & Western Australia
Craig Manton
State Leader, Northern Territory & Western Australia
Karen Cogo
Leader Client Outcomes/ State Business Leader, Victoria
Karen Cogo
Leader Client Outcomes/ State Business Leader, Victoria
Joe Grobler
State Leader, Queensland
Joe Grobler
State Leader, Queensland
Juliette Fox
Client Engagement Specialist/ State Leader, Australian Capital Territory
Juliette Fox
Client Engagement Specialist/ State Leader, Australian Capital Territory
Madeleine Bekavac
State Business Leader, South Australia
Madeleine Bekavac
State Business Leader, South Australia
Vibeke Matthews
State Business Leader, Tasmania
Vibeke Matthews
State Business Leader, Tasmania
Johan Cronje
State Business Leader, New South Wales
Johan Cronje
State Business Leader, New South Wales

Business Group Leaders

Our Business Group Leaders are experts in their respective fields, driving key areas of research, development, and service delivery. Their leadership fosters innovation and ensures NTRO maintains its reputation as a trusted partner in the transport industry.

Dr Clarissa Han
Business Group Leader, Sustainability and Materials Performance
Dr Clarissa Han
Business Group Leader, Sustainability and Materials Performance
Jeff Doyle
Business Group Leader, Infrastructure Measurement
Jeff Doyle
Business Group Leader, Infrastructure Measurement
John Fascio
Business Group Leader, Safer Smarter Infrastructure
John Fascio
Business Group Leader, Safer Smarter Infrastructure
Nathan Wallace
Business Group Leader, Asset Performance
Nathan Wallace
Business Group Leader, Asset Performance
Nigel Powers
Business Group Leader, Structures and Certification
Nigel Powers
Business Group Leader, Structures and Certification
Russell Gallagher
Business Group Leader, Data and Technology Futures
Russell Gallagher
Business Group Leader, Data and Technology Futures