Managing Director

Anne Modderno

Anne Modderno joined SRA in January 2023 as Director Client Relationships before being appointed Managing Director in May 2023. She is responsible for the Australian business and has led the development of SRA's Sustainability Strategy as well as aligned the business operations to a new strategic direction.

Anne is an experienced executive leader, general manager, project manager and civil engineer, having previously held key leadership roles in state and local government sectors, and rail and civil construction industries. Anne holds Bachelor Degrees in Engineering (Civil) and Business from the University of Newcastle, a Diploma of Project Management through Deakin University, and most recently a Masters Degree in Construction Law from Melbourne Law School at the University of Melbourne. 

Anne has extensive experience in successful delivery of complex projects and building high performing teams in multi-disciplinary environments. She is a champion for safety, sustainability and diversity, and is active in her advocacy for increasing female participation in the rail industry and closing the gender pay gap.

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Operations Manager

Ben Rogers

As the Operations Manager at Swietelsky Rail Australia, Ben Rogers brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of exceptional leadership and operational excellence. With a strong commitment to driving strategic initiatives and achieving transformative success, Ben is known for his integrity and ability to build strong, effective relationships that contribute to organisational success.

Ben is a results-driven management professional with a distinguished ability to lead and motivate teams. His leadership style is both inspiring and down to earth, focusing on creating enjoyable work environments while consistently achieving and exceeding targets. His strategic planning skills and innovative approach drive significant organisational growth, making him an asset to the Swietelsky team.

Ben's professional qualifications include an Advanced Diploma in Management, an Advanced Diploma of Work Health & Safety, and various certifications in rail infrastructure and safety.

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HR Manager

Tahnee Sumner

Tahnee Sumner initially commenced in the role of Commercial Administrator in September of 2017. Within three years Tahnee progressed to her current role of Human Resources Manager, through which she has become an active member within our senior leadership team.

Tahnee's swift elevation within our business is testament to her capabilities, work ethic, commitment, proactive and professional approach she consistently applies to her assigned portfolio.

Tahnee's previous roles were in finance and accounting, working in many industries including construction, health and automotive. She holds accreditations in Business Administration, Financial Services and most recently completed her Diploma in Human Resources Management. Tahnee has also recently been accepted into University of Newcastle to commence postgraduate studies in Human Resource Management.

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Project Lead

Gary Milligan

With over 35 years of experience in the Australian rail industry, Gary brings deep technical knowledge and proven leadership to his role as Project Lead – Rail at SRA. Beginning his career as a fettler, Gary has advanced through a range of technical and maintenance roles, gaining specialist expertise in areas such as ultrasonics and large-scale rail operations.

Gary has successfully led both client side and contractor side maintenance teams, earning a strong reputation for delivering complex rail and civil infrastructure projects on time and to a high standard. At SRA, he is responsible for overseeing ballast cleaning operations and managing a variety of rail and civil maintenance projects. His hands-on approach, deep industry insight and commitment to meeting client expectations make him a vital member of the team.

Reliability Engineer

George Massih

George joined our team in November 2024 as a Reliability and Maintenance Engineer. George holds a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and brings over 13 years of extensive experience in the rail and track maintenance machinery sector, having worked with renowned industry leaders such as Plasser India, Plasser & Theurer, and ZF.

In his role at SRA, George is responsible for overseeing the reliability and maintenance of our diverse fleet of track maintenance machines. He is well-regarded for his hands-on technical expertise, with deep knowledge spanning both legacy and modern track maintenance machines equipped with advanced PLC systems and electronic controls.

George's experience and strategic approach are playing a pivotal role for our business. George's focus includes optimising preventive and predictive maintenance programs, conducting thorough Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and advancing life cycle asset management, with a strong emphasis on proactive maintenance. George contributes significantly to the continued reliability and efficiency of SRA's fleet operations.

Resurfacing Supervisor

Scott Marsden

Since Scott Marsden joined the SRA team in 2016 as a Plant Operator/ Maintainer, Scott has been a cornerstone of the resurfacing operations. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering high-quality results, Scott has risen to the role of Resurfacing Supervisor, where he lead's his team with expertise and dedication.

Scott has over 9 years of experience in the Rail industry and is highly focused on utilising his extensive skills and knowledge to ensure his team build and maintain a safe and productive environment.

Plant Electrican

Nathan Steggles

Nathan is a skilled plant electrician with a strong background in electrical and mechanical systems across the heavy industrial and rail sectors.

At SRA, Nathan plays a key role in maintaining and overhauling rail-bound heavy plant and rolling stock. His responsibilities include delivery of SRA's machine maintenance and overhaul programs, field service and emergency repairs, and operation of track resurfacing machines in live rail environments.

Nathan also brings expertise in the maintenance and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. With a hands-on approach and a commitment to high performance, Nathan is a valued contributor to the success and safety of SRA's rail operations.

Resurfacing Leading Hand

Nathan McGrath

Nathan Mcgrath has over 15 years of experience in the rail industry, based around track machines and re-surfacing as an operator maintainer.

Over the years that Nathan has spent in the industry, he has worked all across Australia, with a vast variety of people from all different backgrounds and experience levels, which has given him the vital skills necessary to execute his position as leading hand of the resurfacing team to the highest standard and achieve great outcomes for the business and his team.