Robert Tanti

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Chief People and Corporate Affairs Officer at Opal

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Overview

Robert Tanti is an executive leader with over 25 years of experience across the FMCG, logistics, retail, and utilities sectors, currently serving as the Chief People and Corporate Affairs Officer at Opal. He holds a Master of Management from Monash University and is described by colleagues as a proactive, pragmatic, and genuine business leader focused on achieving results through people and cultural transformation.

He has a keen interest in the convergence of HR and safety, particularly in managing psychosocial hazards by integrating data and strategies from both functions. Robert actively contributes to regional economic development as a committee member for Regional Development Australia Hume.

Unique fact: Robert champions workplace respect initiatives, recently launching a program called "Check for Respect" to foster a more inclusive culture at Opal.

Personality Overview

Imaginative

Big Picture Person

Full Of Energy

They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.  Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.

Topics They Care About

Psychosocial Safety
Advocates for integrating HR and safety functions to proactively manage workplace psychosocial hazards, viewing it as perfecting the formula for organizational wellbeing.
Workplace Culture
Drives cultural transformation and recently launched a "Check for Respect" initiative at Opal, emphasizing respect as a core principle for an inclusive work experience.
Business Transformation
Has a long history of leading executive teams through cultural transformations, mergers, acquisitions, and operating model changes to improve performance and shareholder returns.

Media Appearances

Robert Tanti Appointed as Chief People and Corporate Affairs Officer at Opal - Global HR News & Updates. Featured in HR Today India

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Rob Tanti – Member Profile, Regional Development Australia Hume. Featured in Regional Development Victoria

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Work History

4-2026
Chief People and Corporate Affairs Officer at Opal
5-2023 - 4-2026
Chief People Officer at Opal
11-2022
Committee Member at Regional Development Australia Hume
1-2022 - 5-2023
Chief People Officer at SPC Global
12-2020 - 1-2022
General Manager People and Culture at SPC Global

Education

1997 - 1999
Master of Management from Monash University
1994 - 1995
Graduate Diploma from Victoria University

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Exp : 30 Location : Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Job Level : Leadership Designation : Chief People and Corporate Affairs Officer at Opal
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Insights For Selling To Robert

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.
  • Speak enthusiastically with energy, maintain a clear and confident tone
  • Do some small talk, ask them how things are going on their side

DONT's

  • Don’t push them to make a decision too fast, let them get comfortable first
  • Avoid overloading them with too much detail
  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Robert is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Robert

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Robert move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can Robert take some risk or not?

  • They may take certain risks that they deem unlikely of personal repercussions.

You And Robert

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