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Supported by a number of international scholarships and fellowships, Dr Deling Ma was trained as an Entomologist holding a Bachelor Degree in Agricultural Entomology and PhD Degree in Zoology & Entomology (The University of Queensland). Dr Ma has extensive research experience in Australia, Japan, America and China, working on cotton bollworm, diamond back moth, rice bugs and biopesticides.

Dr Ma’s research projects yielded more than 30 publications in international journals and books, including some well-known peer-reviewed journals such as Journal of Economic Entomology, International Journal of Pest Management, Australian Journal of Entomology, Applied Entomology and Zoology, Phytoparasitica and Parasites & Vectors.

Obtaining his qualification in urban pest management, Dr Ma changed his career direction from entomological research to practical urban pest management in 2005. He founded Eco-Global Termite Doctor Pty Ltd as a successful business and has built up Eco-Global as an international brand. With his updated TAE qualification as a Trainer & Assessor in urban pest management, he has acted as the Principal and Director of MPL Training Centre Pty Ltd since Feb. 2019 after the merge of MPL Training Centre and Eco-Global.

With 23 years industry experience, Shane Holds:

• Current Pest Management qualifications and a NSW Pest Management license.
• Cert IV training and assessment,
• Diploma in Leadership in Management,
• Working at heights site over 11m and Working at heights supervisor,
• HACCP Certificate,
• Unit 42 qualified with extensive training in pre construction

He has worked as a Supervisor and Operations Manager with major Pest Management companies, along with a successful franchise and sub contractor career.

Ray Brookes is the Senior Trainer & Assessor for MPL Training Centre. Ray’s role involves carrying out the Face-to-Face training for both General Pest and Termites, assessing of students completed submissions and supporting all students including Correspondence students.

Ray has extensive experience (37 years) in the pest control industry within Australia. He has held several roles over the years being a Technician, Supervisor, Sales & Management with Eagle Pest Control and Rentokil Pest Control, his last two roles being Operations Manager (3 years) and NSW Training Manager (6 years) with Rentokil.

He holds an NSW Pest Management Technician license, Cert III Urban Pest Management, Cert IV in Training & Assessment and Diploma in Business Management.

Ray joined MPL Training Centre in July 2015, his knowledge and passion is what he brings to work every day. He can certainly leave a lasting impression with our students. He is definitely a valued member of the team.

Ray enjoys a drive along a country road, round of golf, fishing and a fine glass of red wine. Not necessarily in this order. Can you guess which one I do more?

After leaving the RAAF in 1993 Gary began his pest management career with a large Australian owned pest management company. He conducted numerous domestic and commercial pest management work, later diversifying into timber pests, possum work and weed control. Working as a contractor Gary established a solid business regime before taking on a more technical role in 1999. Having been involved in training programs within the defence department Gary began training and assessing in pest management in 2001.

In 2009 Gary became Technical Services Manager and travelled nationally and internationally (United Arab Emirates, Fiji, New Caledonia) with various training programs. He remained in that position for several years before leaving to pursue other opportunities. He has held national committee positions for Bed Bug Management and Vector Management (Mosquitoes). Gary is passionate about native bee rescue, vector management and all forms of timber pest management. As a qualified Entomologist Gary’s experience is backed by solid field work, having obtained several Diplomas and relevant qualifications such as pest management license, fumigation license, commercial weed license, Cert IV in Training and Assessment.

Paul Georgiardis has 12 years’ experience in the pest control industry. Paul holds current Pest Management qualifications and a NSW Pest Management licence along with a Cert IV in Training and Assessment. Paul also holds a Working at Heights Supervisor qualification.

Paul has held several roles over the years as a Technician and Supervisor where he continuously provided training for technicians and office staff. His most recent role was as a Service Manager within a large organisation within the pest industry.

Brett commenced his pest management career in 1983.
He has performed several duties during his time in the industry. Initially employed as a technician for some years, before moving into positions as a Service Supervisor, Technical & Training Supervisor, and Sales & Management roles with major Pest Management companies.
He has also held management roles with a leading industry supplier (Globe Pest Solutions) & product manufacturer (Bayer Environmental Science – now ENVU) for some years with both organisations.

Brett currently holds:
• Current Pest Management qualifications
• Pest Management license
• Cert IV in Training & Assessment
• Cert IV in Occupational Health & Safety

Brett is passionate about termite management (pre & post construction control) & is keen to share his industry experience with those entering the field of urban pest management.

The Administration staff at MPL Training Centre are a professional dedicated team who keep all facets of the business running smoothly. With a large number of years combined experience in RTO administration, business development and accounts management, they take pride in delivering an ongoing exceptional customer service experience.