John Poynton-chaired Strike Energy has announced the appointment of Tim Cooper as chief financial officer and company secretary, effective immediately.
John Poynton-chaired Strike Energy has announced the appointment of Tim Cooper as chief financial officer and company secretary, effective immediately.
Mr Cook is the son of prominent Perth company executive Frank Cooper, who holds board roles at the likes of South32, Wright Prospecting and St John of God Health Care.
The change follows Justin Ferravant stepping down as CFO, following a decision by Strike’s board that the role must be undertaken at the company’s headquarters in Perth on a full-time permanent basis.
Mr Ferravant, who stayed in Adelaide following Strike’s head office relocation to Perth in 2021, will remain with the company until May 31, to ensure a smooth transition.
"On behalf of the board of directors and the executive leadership team, I would like to formally thank Mr Ferravant for his service as chief financial officer and company secretary,” Mr Poynton said.
“Mr Ferravant has provided financial leadership and a steadfast commitment to the success of Strike through a period of growth and change.
“He has been pivotal in navigating complex challenges and positioning the company for growth.
“We thank him for his dedication, professionalism and achievements at Strike, and we wish him every success in his future endeavours.”
A certified practicing accountant, Mr Cooper joins Strike with more than 20 years of development project-based experience and has worked with Fortescue, Quadrant Energy and Advanced Personal Management in a variety of senior commercial and finance-based roles.
There has been plenty of activity from a management perspective at Strike over the past few months.
In January, the company announced Stuart Nicholls had resigned as managing director and chief executive, with Jill Hoffmann taking over in an acting capacity until a full-time replacement was secured.
During its third quarter report for FY25, the Perth Basin producer said it had secured a number of "high calibre" candidates and was in the closing stages of the recruitment process.
Strike last traded at 17.3 cents, down 1 per cent, as of 9.26am AWST.
