MCS Services Limited announced the appointment of Mr. Michael Georgiou to the new role of Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Georgiou was successful on appointment against a strong cohort of applicants for this senior position within the Company. Mr. Georgiou's extensive operational service delivery and commercial experience presented a strong position to the Board and senior management during the recruitment process.

Mr. Georgiou's career spans more than 20 years in the military, resources and safety industries, bringing practical operational and executive experience to the professional services market within the Australasian /Pacific market. Post military service, Mr. Georgiou identified an opportunity to bring to market an industry leading emergency response company and its subsidiary companies within the oil & gas sector, successfully developing the nation's premier private emergency response capability for Australia's largest terrestrial-based liquified natural gas projects. Mr. Georgiou will provide a strong focus on leading performance improvement initiatives via empowerment through education, challenging accepted standards with continual improvement through experience and exposures.

He is passionate about corporate and social responsibility, and championing workplace initiatives including improvements in safety, a commitment to diversity and removing the stigma associated around mental health.