Our Team
At Balgowlah Automotive, we pride ourselves on our ability to handle all aspects of your vehicle maintenance, using a team that combines knowledge and experience and continual development of new employees through our apprentice program.
All technicians attend regular training seminars enabling them to keep up with the latest technical data equipped on your vehicle.
Ian Hills
Automotive Technician
37 years’ service
Ian’s expertise lies in the EFI/Electrical field where his diagnostic skills are invaluable and highly sought after by the trade.
Ken Miles
Automotive Technician
26 years’ service
Ken has joined us in the office after 20 years on the workshop floor. As workshop supervisor, Ken is waiting to greet you when you drop your car off and will keep in touch with you during the day. Give Ken a call to discuss any issues you may have with your car.
Ashley Newton
Automotive Technician
18 years’ service
After completing his apprenticeship with us, Ashley has become a very competent technician with good knowledge of a wide variety of vehicles.
Michael Mascolo
Automotive Technician
11 years’ service
Michael joined us in January 2007 and is a European Car specialist, particularly with Alfa Romeo’s.
Mike Pasierbski
Automotive Technician
7 years’ service
Mike comes from Canada and has emigrated to Australia with his wife Paula. Mike trained in a GM Dealership in Windsor, Ontario and has slotted in nicely at Balgowlah Automotive. He is skilled in all aspects of vehicle servicing, including computer diagnostics & auto electrical.
Garth Strange
Safety Inspection Officer
Garth joined us recently and is our Safety Inspection Officer. If you need a registration inspection, globe changed, wiper blades fitted, puncture repair, or any other small job Garth will be happy to help you out
Anne Hines
Receptionist
Anne shares the frontline with Sally. Whether you are phoning to book your car in, dropping your car off or collecting, Anne is ready to look after you.
Sally Foster
Receptionist
Sally shares the frontline with Anne. Whether you are phoning to book your car in, dropping your car off or collecting, Sally is ready to look after you.
Richard & Tony Smith
Directors
After 40 years we still love coming to work everyday and looking after your car. When Dad started the business in 1974 his main focus was Outstanding Customer Service and nothing has changed!