Tsutomu (Tom) Kunomura
MANAGING DIRECTOR (IA)

What are the best things about Idemitsu people?

Idemitsu employees value an open, flat, and agile corporate culture that seeks to achieve our company's mission and help each employee grow.

What advice would you give to an Idemitsu person on their first day?

Our mission is to achieve a stable energy supply and, at the same time, protect the global environment for the benefit of society now and into the future. That is a challenging but rewarding job and by working together we can achieve this!

FUMITAKE UYAMA
Executive Director (IA)

What are the best things about Idemitsu people?

Idemitsu people are highly motivated and flourish working in a team environment. We have a great culture that values people who embrace challenges and work hard to improve every day.

What advice would you give to an Idemitsu person on their first day?

Embrace being an Idemitsu team member and talk to people. Communication is the most important aspect of working together. Good luck!

NOBUYUKI (BILLY) OKAMURA
DEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTOR

What are the best things about Idemitsu people?

Everyone here encourages and supports each other to grow.

What advice would you give to an Idemitsu person on their first day?

Enjoy Idemitsu’s unique ‘family-like’ culture. You can feel at home and someone is always around when you are in need of support.

Steve Kovac
Chief Executive Officer

What are the best things about Idemitsu people?

They’re open and honest – what you see is what you get. They are friendly and support their work mates to achieve their goals and those of the business. They are driven to do the best they can in their role, with a focus on the overall strategy of Idemitsu.

What advice would you give to an Idemitsu person on their first day?

Working at Idemitsu is not like working at other mining companies in Australia – be prepared to embrace the unique fusion of Japanese and Australian culture in the business. Take the opportunity to engage with and get to know your new colleagues as they will be your biggest support. If you make values-based decisions and always try to do the right thing, you will be successful at Idemitsu.

Marc Palmer
Chief Financial Officer

What are the best things about Idemitsu people?

In my experience, the people that thrive at Idemitsu have two main traits: they always do their best and they always do the right thing. Idemitsu people enjoy working for an organisation that aligns with their own personal values and gives them a sense of purpose.

What advice would you give to an Idemitsu person on their first day?

Smile, be open to new ways of working and be prepared to collaborate!

Lee Gordon
General Manager Marketing & Logistics

What are the best things about Idemitsu people?

They’re open and honest, embrace our culture and always strive for success. There’s also a willingness to work as a team and share the wide range of experiences that exist across the group. When things don’t go to plan, we adapt and innovate.

What advice would you give to an Idemitsu person on their first day?

Have an open approach to working with and integrating into the business. Be honest. When the going gets tough, speak up and talk to your leader.

Shane Wright
Executive General Manager – Operations & Development

What are the best things about Idemitsu people?

The diversity of skill sets, experience and knowledge that everyone brings to the business. Nobody is pigeon-holed in their roles, as each person has an opportunity to use their strengths to assist in contributing towards the overall business objectives.

What advice would you give to an Idemitsu person on their first day?

Be yourself, get involved and if you see potential for improvement, speak up and you will be listened to.

Andrew Mifflin
General Manager Operations & SSE - Ensham

What are the best things about Idemitsu people?

They have a desire for everyone to succeed and take the business forward. Because of this they will help you in every area of your work. With a large number of Idemitsu people having worked here for some time, they have the company knowledge to give you solid advice.

What advice would you give to an Idemitsu person on their first day?

Be prepared to be taken on a journey of values going back a long way and planned to be taken far into the future. Enjoy building working relationships with genuine people who are all striving in the same direction. Be prepared to be challenged, to stretch yourself and to achieve your best.

Ben Hiatt
General Manager Boggabri