NEWS GENERAL/OTHER 05 Feb 2025

Joining forces to support mental health awareness

Komatsu has teamed up with Teneo to deck out one of their dozers with infamous TradeMutt colours to raise awareness about mental health in the mining sector.

A Komatsu bulldozer with a colorful decal on the blade, parked outdoors on a sunny day.

Teneo is Australia’s leading environmental containment specialist, boasting over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality solutions for the waste, oil, gas, mining and water industries. Operating in typically male-dominated fields, they understand the importance of shining a light on mental health issues and encouraging open discussions among their workers.

A partial view of a bulldozer blade featuring colorful abstract patterns with branding logos of EnergyAustralia and Teneo displayed prominently.

TradeMutt is well-known in the mining and construction industries for their funky eye-catching workwear designed to start conversations about mental health.

Close-up of a person wearing a vibrant patterned high visibility shirt.

The adorned Komatsu D375A-8 dozer travelled from Mt Thorley to Mt Piper late last year in bright TradeMutt colours, alongside the Teneo, Ventia and Energy Australia logos, and its striking design was more than just a visual statement. Graham McManmon, COO for Teneo says it’s a pledge to an often-invisible issue - to break down stigma and encourage workers in the industry to speak up about their struggles.

“Mental health is a crucial topic, especially in industries like ours with high numbers of FIFO workers who spend long periods away from home. Teneo really values working alongside companies like Komatsu who are committed to fostering a culture where employees check in on each other and offer support and camaraderie among each other in challenging work environments,” Graham says.

Two workers in high visibility clothing examine the engine of a Teneo-branded construction vehicle.

“By taking this step, together we all hope to spark meaningful conversations and create a supportive workplace where mental health is a priority. This initiative is just the beginning of a broader push to ensure workers feel seen, heard, and supported.”


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