About

Organisational Structure

Board Members & Executive Staff

President

Brendan Coyle

Oldfields

Oldfields

Brendan has more than 30 years experience in the Masonry Industry. He has worked as a bricklayer in Ireland, England, New Zealand and across Australia. With more than 20 years’ Senior Management experience, being employed by two Australian major brick manufacturers for approximately 15 years. Brendan also has Masters in Business (MBA).

Executive Member

Tim Murphy

Director at Fugen Group Pty Ltd

Director at Fugen Group Pty Ltd

Tim and his brother Dan established FUGEN (Bricklaying) in 1984, which Tim and Dan still operate today. Tim was a founding member of the MCA, under the leadership of ‘Jock’ Cameron (and John White). Tim is proud to still be involved with the MCA and the Masonry Industry.

Executive Member

Con Zarafetas

Executive Director at Conrina Masonry Pty Ltd

Executive Director – Conrina Masonry Pty Ltd

Con Zarafetas, founder of the Conrina Group, has been involved in the Masonry Industry for more than 30 years. His love for the industry manifests in his commitment in promoting the positive aspects that masonry delivers, through his involvement with the MCA. Con, an experienced Director, demonstrates an ability to grow organisations to be both financially and ethically sustainable, rewarding all stakeholders in the process. Con has a Graduate Diploma of Management from Macquarie University and is currently completing his Master of Business (MBA) at MGSM.

Executive Member

Mark Forbes

Area Manager – Mid North Coast & New England NSW – CSR Masonry & Insulation – Bradford, Monier, PGH Bricks & Pavers NSW

Area Manager – Mid North Coast & New England NSW – CSR Masonry & Insulation – Bradford, Monier, PGH Bricks & Pavers NSW

Mark has dedicated over 30 years to the building industry. One of Mark’s goals is to encourage and motivate more youth to acquire an apprenticeship so we can see our industry continue to grow into the future. Mark has a strategic plan to educate builders about the Masonry Contractors Australia (MCA) with commitment to drive growth and innovation within the construction sector.

Executive Member

Jennifer Braybrook

Masonry Division Manager at Leviat

Jennifer began her career with Leviat (Ancon) in the UK in 1999. In 2017 she seized the opportunity to bring her experience and skills to Leviat in Australia.

In her role as Masonry Division Manager, she brings a wealth of masonry support and restraint experience to the industry.

She shares her passion for brick buildings and supports others in creating them.

Fun fact, she is also a qualified Zumba instructor.

Executive Secretary

Tracey Van Breugel

Master Builders Association of NSW
Secretariat to Masonry Contractors Australia

Master Builders Association of NSW
Secretariat to Masonry Contractors Australia

Tracey has been employed by the Master Builders Association of NSW (MBA NSW) for seven years working Tuesdays-Fridays 8:30am-5:00pm. She administrates for three Industry Sectors: Masonry Contractors Australia (MCA), Metal Roofing and Cladding Association of Australia (MRCAA) and Livable Housing Australia (LHA).

Roles & Responsibilities

All roles of MCA member and executive committee are listed here. Please click a role below to read the corresponding responsibilities.

Member

All members have an important role to play in the Association.

Executive Secretary

Assist Executive Committee as needed in providing service to members and management.

Executive Committee Member

The Executive Committee provides the office bearers with opportunities to discuss their respective duties and to develop collegiality and team-work.

President

Provide leadership to position the Association at the forefront of the Construction Industry.

Executive Officer

The Executive Officer is responsible for overseeing MCA with regard to cultural, legal and financial activities.

Technical Assistant

Assist the President as needed in providing service to member’s and systems management.