Brett Thirup
About Brett Thirup
Brett Thirup serves as the General Manager of Sales and Engineering at SSI SCHÄFER in Australia, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in engineering and management roles across various companies, including Dematic and Swisslog.
Current Role at SSI SCHÄFER
Brett Thirup serves as the General Manager - Sales and Engineering at SSI SCHÄFER, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he oversees sales strategies and engineering operations within the organization. His responsibilities include managing teams and driving initiatives that enhance the company's offerings in the logistics and automation sectors. Thirup's leadership contributes to the company's growth and success in the Australian market.
Previous Experience at Dematic
Thirup has a substantial background at Dematic, where he worked in various roles from 2006 to 2010. He started as a Design Estimator, a position he held for eight years. He then transitioned to Manager Bid Management for two years, followed by a role as Project Manager for one year. His experience at Dematic provided him with a strong foundation in project management and bid processes in the automation industry.
Engineering and Management Roles at Swisslog
At Swisslog, Thirup held multiple positions that contributed to his expertise in engineering and management. He served as General Manager Engineering for ten months in 2011 and as Project Manager for one year from 2010 to 2011. His time at Swisslog involved overseeing engineering projects and managing teams, which enhanced his skills in operational leadership and project execution.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Brett Thirup studied at TAFE, where he earned an Associate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from 1993 to 1996. This educational background provided him with essential technical knowledge and skills that have been instrumental throughout his career in engineering and management roles within the automation industry.
Career Progression and Experience
Thirup's career spans over two decades, with experience in various engineering and management roles across notable companies. He worked at BHP as BHP Engineering from 1995 to 1997 and held positions at SSI SCHÄFER in different capacities, including Engineering Manager and National Sales Manager. His diverse experience reflects a strong commitment to the logistics and automation sectors.