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AMA executive receives lifetime achievement award

AMA Group Heavy Motor EGM Darren Wales has been presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his work in setting high standards in commercial vehicle collision repairs and driving best practice.

Judges announcing the award in The National Collision Repairer Magazine said Mr Wales was the driving force behind formation of the Australian Heavy Vehicle Repairers Association.

Mr Wales, leader of the Wales Group of Companies for more than 30 years, was 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.

“Darren is an asset to the industry and a fantastic ambassador of the AMA Group,” CEO Carl Bizon said. “We are delighted to see his achievements recognised by the industry in this way.”