He was formerly the 26th Chief of the Staff of The Salvation Army from 1 November 2015 until 3 August 2018 under General André Cox.

[1][3] Since then, General Peddle has held several appointments, including service as a divisional leader in New Zealand and as Chief Secretary in the UK.

He led their home territory (Canada and Bermuda) for three years until his appointment as Chief of the Staff.

Peddle then served as the organization's international leader, general, and CEO.

Canada & Bermuda Territory New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga Territory United Kingdom Territory with the Republic of Ireland Canada and Bermuda Territory International Headquarters On 24 May 2018, the 19th High Council announced that Commissioner Peddle would become the organisation's 21st General on 3 August 2018, succeeding Andre Cox.