CARe Automotive has announced a significant leadership restructure as it continues integrating the MotorOne Autobody network following its acquisition, with chief executive officer Leigh Bryan taking responsibility for both businesses.
The move forms part of the group’s broader simplification strategy, which aims to streamline operations while maintaining separate service offerings across the CARe Automotive and MotorOne networks.
Bryan, who has served as chief executive officer of CARe Automotive since October 2024, will now assume full responsibility for the MotorOne network while continuing to lead the CARe business.
The company said Bryan had been instrumental in the group’s continued growth across Australia and New Zealand, while fostering what it described as a customer-first, people-enabled and digital-led culture.
The leadership changes follow the recent appointment of John Hristias as chief operating officer, with Hristias commencing on July 6. His responsibilities will include strengthening insurer partnerships while driving operational excellence, sustainable growth, supply chain efficiency, workplace safety and governance across both repair networks.
As part of the restructure, MotorOne Autobody chief executive officer Valentina Tripp will leave the business, effective June 30, following a transition period after the acquisition.
CARe acknowledged Tripp’s contribution during the integration process and thanked her for her work supporting the business through the ownership change.
The restructuring will also see the MotorOne head office support functions based in Mulgrave, along with the group’s finance, property and technology functions, report directly to Bryan as the company further consolidates its operations.
Despite the management changes, CARe said it remained committed to investing in both repair networks, with each business continuing to focus on its own specialist capabilities and customer base.
The company said the changes were designed to simplify the organisation while strengthening its overall market position and creating broader career development opportunities for employees.
According to the announcement, the integration strategy is intended to ensure both networks continue operating effectively while enhancing the group’s competitive service offering and supporting future growth across Australia’s collision repair industry.