Client Testimonials

“Peter Murdock worked with the South Australian Farmer's Federation as a Business Management Consultant for 5 years.”

“Peter has provided the South Australian Farmer's Federation with an exceptional range of skills. He has good analytical skills, sound business management strategies, IT knowledge, web design experience, HR practical skills, entrepreneurial vision and a great sense of humour.”

“Peter is very honest and is self motivated; he is a man of great integrity. Peter gives his all to the company that employs him and no request is too great.”

“I have personally valued Peter's absolute loyalty and intelligence. He is a clear thinker who does not “play games” ”

“I highly recommend Peter to you and can assure you that your business and your personnel will be the better for having him.”

Carol Vincent
South Australian Farmer's Federation CEO.

“During his time with FPE Peter was an effective change agent, creating a plan for the strategic direction of the company, building on existing service principles, devising a new pricing structure and training staff in the service principles of the organization. At this time he also managed the finances of the organization leaving us in a stronger financial position compared to the position when he started.”

“With the Directors of the company Peter led FPE through a period of significant growth. Peter’s enthusiasm and focus on achieving outcomes helped establish FPE as one of the foremost suppliers of equipment to the abattoir and smallgoods industries in Australia.”

“During his time with us I found Peter to be enthusiastic, professional and dedicated to ensuring the goals of the company were realised. Peter’s ability to relate to people served him well in his relationships with staff, clients and suppliers.”

“I would be happy to recommend Peter as a manager of the highest caliber and integrity.”

Brain Carey
Food Processing Equipment Pty Ltd (FPE).

“During that time Peter’s financial skills and strategic planning abilities were very valuable and helped set the organization on a secure and stable pathway for the future.”

“I found Peter to be of good character, reliable and able to put in long hours when needed.”

“Peter’s skills when explaining his strategic financial decisions to the board were very good and many decisions were made based on his vision for the future prosperity of the organisation.”

John Lush
South Australian Farmers Federation President from 2003-2006.

“The crucial things that Peter provided to the Board, mostly comprising farmers, were clear concise reports that everyone could follow and understand, and in a very patient manner explained all things that where not understood.”

“Peter also provided excellent cash management skills which enabled the organization to continue to trade and maintain its reputation financially.”

“As our situation moved from pure fire brigade work to longer term strategic planning, Peter was a wealth of knowledge and always could play both devil’s advocate in discussions and provide excellent strategies and ideas to strengthen the business of SAFF.”

“If I found myself in similar situation today, that we faced then, the first person I’d look to have on my team is Peter Murdock.”

Gary Burgess
South Australian Farmers Federation (SAFF) Junior Vice President from 2003-2006.

 “He has shown excellent accounting and finance skills, especially in the areas of budgeting and research. 
Peter’s advice on financial matters has been invaluable”

“Peter has in all the time we have worked together displayed a very professional but friendly manner.”

Jeffrey G Klitscher
Past President
South Australian Farmers Federation

“These activities required Peter’s involvement in the consideration of the broader strategic issues involved as a member of the team implementing the changes. In many cases the work involved challenging entrenched ideas and practices within the organisation “

“I found Peter’s willingness to challenge existing procedures and ideas, regardless of their source, and his focus on achieving the desired outcome within the required timeframe particularly valuable. His drive and enthusiasm provided a positive lead to other staff, without which many of the projects would have suffered major delays.”

“Peter’s adaptability was also particularly useful given the diverse nature of the projects on which he worked”

Jon Steele ,
Director Operational Services, Transport SA

“In performing these roles Peter’s dedication, knowledge and advocacy skills enabled the enlistment of his subordinate public sector employees and the respect of the departments head office financial officers to enable pragmatic outcomes to be achieved in trying times.”

“In particular Peter has been an effective change agent, while ensuring continued accounting support to the operational areas enabled his acceptance as a valued and respected figure in the  section’s management team. He is a source for new ideas and is prepared to offer his opinion in an open and confident manner.”

“In undertaking these duties I have found him to have been a reliable, enthusiastic and motivating management group member, always willing and obliging in the performance of duties.”

Mario Bollella
Manager, Passenger Transport Asset Management – Transport SA