Emeco Holdings Ltd managing director and chief executive officer Keith Gordon has announced he will step down from his role.
In a statement to the Australian Securities Exchange, the mining equipment rental company said he will remain in the position until a successor is appointed and commences, in order to ensure a smooth leadership transition.
Mr Gordon said he plans to take a short break from the corporate sphere.
Emeco chairman Alec Brennan praised Mr Gordon's contribution during a period of transformation since his appointment in December 2009.