Mark Coombes
About Mark Coombes
Mark Coombes is an Associate Business Consultant at Chevron in Brisbane, with extensive experience in sales management and retail operations across various industries in Australia.
Current Title and Role at Chevron
Mark Coombes currently holds the title of Associate Business Consultant at Chevron in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in sales management and business development to support the growth and strategic initiatives of the company. His responsibilities include advising on business strategies, implementing change management practices, and optimizing team performance.
Work Experience at JB Hi-Fi and Griffith University
Mark Coombes worked as a Sales Specialist at JB Hi-Fi in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, from 2020 to 2021. During this period, he honed his sales skills and customer service expertise. Concurrently, between 2019 and 2021, he was also a Masters Student at Griffith University where he focused on Business Administration, Leadership, Marketing, and Sustainability, culminating in his attainment of a Master of Business Administration - MBA.
Extensive Leadership Roles at Caltex Australia
Mark Coombes has held multiple significant positions at Caltex Australia. From 2007 to 2013, he served as Business Manager - Calstores (COCO) in South East QLD. He then took on the role of Business Manager - Franchise (CORO) from 2013 to 2018 in QLD/NT, followed by Business Manager - Calcium Team from 2018 to 2019 in QLD/NSW. In these roles, he specialized in franchise management, business growth, and retail operations, showcasing his proficiency in managing large teams and implementing effective business strategies.
Early Career and Managerial Experience
Mark Coombes began his career at McDonald's as a Crew Member from 1984 to 1987 in Melbourne, Australia, eventually becoming an Assistant Manager from 1987 to 1990 in Hobart, Australia. He later moved to BP, where he worked as a Retail Site Manager from 1990 to 1998 in Melbourne. Subsequently, he joined Shell from 1998 to 2004, holding roles such as Network Retail Coordinator - Shell Direct and State Merchandise Coordinator in Brisbane and Melbourne. These early experiences provided him with a solid foundation in retail management and team leadership.
Education and Specialized Training
Mark Coombes has an extensive educational background in business and leadership. He earned his Master of Business Administration - MBA from Griffith University between 2019 and 2021, specializing in Business Administration, Leadership, Marketing, and Sustainability. Additionally, he obtained a Leadership qualification from Mt Eliza Business School in 2012 and a Diploma in Retailing and Retail Operations from Monash University in 1998. His academic credentials reflect his commitment to continuous professional development and expertise in his field.