Sedgwick eyes growth in Australia with leadership move

Technology-driven risk solutions provider  Sedgwick is looking to further expand its construction and property business with a senior appointment in Australia.

The company has named Andre Mataia (pictured) as head of its construction adjusting team in Australia. The promotion showcases the growth of Sedgwick’s construction offerings in Australia.

Mataia has over 22 years of experience working for insurers and loss adjusting firms in Australia and New Zealand, specialising in material damage, engineering and construction work. He has project managed and adjusted his own portfolio of complex and high value claims across a range of industries, including retail, energy, manufacturing and construction.

Sedgwick offers technical expertise in construction, energy and property claims, collaborating with liability adjusters and forensic accountants to provide expert solutions for insurers, captives, reinsurers and corporate clients, including building contractors, property developers and managers of historic buildings.

Kimberley Daley, Sedgwick’s head of professional services in Australia, said: “Andre has a stellar background in the construction industry and a wealth of experience leading teams, managing relationships with key stakeholders, and working in close partnership with global clients. He is driven to make the complex simple and continues to showcase the value of our work. His promotion is well earned.”

“I am excited to step into this leadership role on the construction team,” Mataia said. “Through our specialist service, we’re able to respond quickly with a dedicated global team of sector-led loss adjusting experts who have handled high profile and complex claims. Our focus is on leveraging the expertise of our team for the benefit of the construction and property business in Australia.”

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