Promotes internal staff.

Fujitsu General Australia has announced staff promotions and boosted its product department to continue driving growth and development within the air conditioning sector.

The staff promotions will see Kyle Rafter, pictured, promoted to national product manager, following the departure of John Bourke. Rafter has more than 10 years’ experience within the industry, joining Fujitsu General Australia in 2015 as business development manager – commercial.

David Rooke has moved into the role of product training manager. He started his career with the company in 2006 as part of the product department. In 2009 he took time off to travel and returned to Fujitsu General in 2011 where he played a pivotal part in creating the new role of project support, which is now an essential component of the business.

Paul Saliba moves internally from Fujitsu Assist to the newly created position of product and controls specialist to take the lead in supporting the business in what is an evolving market.

Francia Evangelista has joined the team as compliance and technical officer, responsible for ensuring the company meets and satisfies all compliance requirements. She will also assist with commentary and advice to industry associations and government regarding standards and other industry topics.

“I’m thrilled to welcome Paul, David and Francia to the team,” Rafter said. “The industry is changing dynamics with more complex controls, commercial product development and innovations within the market and their combined wealth of experience will play an integral role in developing Fujitsu General products for both commercial and residential markets.”