Darren Wales, Executive General Manager of AMA Group’s Heavy Motor. business unit, has received a Lifetime Achievement Award from The National Collision Repairer magazine.
Darren has been a long-term participant in the heavy motor area of the collision repair industry, setting exceptionally high standards and leading by example.
Announcing the award in the May issue of The National Collision Repairer, judges noted Darren was the “driving force” behind the formation of the Australian Heavy Vehicle Repairers Association, setting the standard for commercial vehicle repair across the country.
Darren Wales and his wife Lisa, at the awards ceremony Darren was also commended for his commitment to best-practice safety and repair methodology, providing quality workmanship to customers, and coaching and mentoring apprentices from all walks of life.
With over 30 years leading the Wales Group of Companies, Darren is a long-term pillar of the industry. AMA Group CEO Carl Bizon said “Darren is an asset to the industry and a fantastic ambassador of the AMA Group. We are delighted to see his achievements recognised by the industry in this way.”