Integrated mining services and resource asset management company, MLG Oz Limited (ASX: MLG) advises the implementation of several leadership changes to support the Company’s next phase of growth, provide distinct separation between strategic oversight and executive management, while maintaining governance structures.
The key change will see MLG founder, Murray Leahy, transition from Managing Director to Executive Chair. In this role, Murray will focus exclusively on high-level business development, related transformation and change initiatives, and other strategic priorities as determined by the Board.
As a result of Murray’s move to Executive Chair, current Non-Executive Chair, Anna Neuling will assume the role of Lead Independent Director, with a focus on Board governance and to provide an independent voice and point of contact.
Mark Hatfield, who has been Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) since October 2025, will become CEO on a full-time basis, and will be responsible for the management of the organisation and its operations and leading the executive management team.
Prior to assuming the role of Acting CEO, Mark had been Chief Operating Officer (COO) of MLG for four years and brings more than 20 years’ experience in the Australian mining and heavy equipment sector, having previously been General Manager of Plant and Innovation at Macmahon Holdings.
“During my recent period of extended leave, Mark has led the team, and continued to deliver in the constant and committed way that MLG is renowned for,” Murray said, “For that, I thank Mark, as well as Phil Mirams, our Chief Financial Officer, and Tom Gregorczyk, in his capacity as Chief Commercial Officer.”
Murray Leahy Executive Chair
These leadership changes reflect the Company’s commitment to sustainable operational growth whilst assessing and progressing transformational strategic opportunities. The team’s evolution reflects the maturity of MLG as a leading provider of mine site and supply chain solutions to some of Australia’s largest resource companies.
““Importantly through these changes, we don’t lose any of the valuable corporate history associated with Anna, Mark and myself, which best position MLG for sustained long-term growth.”
“The Board believes these changes will enhance organisational clarity and ensure appropriate balance across both strategic priorities and operational execution.”
“The MLG business couldn’t be in better hands and I’m immensely excited with what sits in front of our team as we work together to drive the business through its next phase of growth”Murray Leahy Executive Chair
MLG is pleased to advise that it has agreed to extend its provision of integrated site services across the Murchison operations with Westgold for a further 12 months.
MLG is pleased to announce that it has received an extension to its existing contract with Rio Tinto (ASX: RIO) for the provision of bulk haulage and site services.
MLG has signed a new contract with New Murchison Gold (ASX: NMG) to deliver crushing and screening services at the Crown Prince gold project, part of NMG’s Garden Gully operations near Meekatharra.
