Touch Football Australia (TFA) has today announced the appointment of Mary Massih in the role of National People and Culture Manager, supporting TFA, New South Wales Touch Association (NSWTA), and Queensland Touch Football (QTF) in a shared alignment initiative.
Massih’s appointment follows an extensive, nationwide search in consultation with NSWTA and QTF – with the role responsible for leading end-to-end recruitment processes and delivery of the performance management framework across the organisations with best practice policies and compliance.
The National People and Culture Manager will be responsible for driving and implementing a high-performance culture nationally and across Touch Football states and territories, including providing operational support and advice, oversee all areas of performance and retention, and leading the people and culture function.
Following a three-round interview process, Massih was successful in a high-quality field of applicants – with NSWTA, QTF, and NRL figures involved in the extensive process. Massih will commence in the role on Monday, 12 May 2025.
Mary Massih Biography
With over thirteen years of experience in the human resources (HR) industry, Massih brings a wealth of expertise from sectors including real estate, construction, and retail. Her leadership has consistently driven business transformation through strategic HR initiatives, operational oversight, and a strong commitment to employee engagement and compliance. In national roles, she has led end-to-end HR operations, modernised systems and processes, and shaped high-performing cultures within complex, multi-site organisations.
In her most recent role as National HR and Payroll Manager at Dilleen Property Group, Massih led HR strategy and operations for over 100 employees across multiple states. She implemented streamlined recruitment processes, improved retention through leadership development programs, and introduced scalable HR systems to support rapid business growth. Previously, as People and Culture Manager at Hurst Concepts, a construction company, she oversaw the people strategy across both white and blue-collar teams, embedding workforce capability programs, compliance frameworks, and performance-driven cultures.
Earlier roles at Sydney Tools and KPR Recruitment cemented her reputation as a trusted HR generalist and advisor, responsible for recruitment, industrial relations, workplace safety, and organisational development for workforces exceeding 500 employees. A qualified HR professional with a Diploma in Human Resources and a Certificate IV in Business Administration, Massih is known for aligning people strategies with business goals, championing inclusive workplace cultures, and delivering measurable results across all facets of HR.
