People and appointments

The Federal Government has appointed a new member and re-appointed two existing members of the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)...

Powering towards net zero means doubling the electricity sector workforce – but addressing the skills shortage has its challenges. Australia...

The Federal Government has announced that a new Chair has been appointed to the Snowy Hydro Board, who will serve in...

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Chief Executive, Ben Barr, has announced that he will be stepping down from the...

To navigate a rapidly growing population and climate change impacts, Yarra Valley Water has unveiled a new Asset Services Group...

A fresh fleet of excavators at SA Water is fostering workplace pride and delighting the community after a fierce naming...

To incorporate fresh perspectives into its leadership, Gippsland Water has welcomed two independent Aboriginal delegates to its Board of Directors....

The search for Marinus Link’s next CEO has come to an end, following the resignation of Caroline Wykamp in September...

Coliban Water is boosting its investment in STEAM education to help nurture and develop the next generation of water and...

Wannon Water Managing Director, Andrew Jeffers, has advised that he is not seeking reappointment at the conclusion of his contract,...

Seqwater has appointed a new CEO after a nationwide recruitment process.  Emma Thomas brings more than 30 years of experience...

Downer has welcomed very first cohort of High Voltage (HV) Transmission Apprentices – who will be joining its Power Projects...

The South East Water Board has announced the extension of Lara Olsen’s tenure as Managing Director until December 2025.  ...

Senior leaders at Shoalhaven Water will step up into the acting director role, following the retirement of outgoing Director, Rob...

David Fyfe has resigned from his position as Synergy CEO to pursue other opportunities, effective from April 2025.   Synergy Board...

Synergy’s early career program has won a major national award for fast charging the careers of emerging energy professionals.  Synergy...

Hydro Tasmania has welcomed two new Non-Executive Directors to its Board, and thanked two outgoing Directors for their exceptional service. ...

After a 29-year career with the utility, Shoalhaven Water Director, Rob Horner, has announced his retirement.  Mr Horner joined Shoalhaven...

Following a nation-wide recruitment process, Tasmanian irrigation has announced the appointment of its new CEO.  Mike Sylvester is currently CEO...

To aid Western Australia’s transition to renewable energy, Western Power has hired 33 apprentices, trainees and recent university graduates.  The...

Yarra Valley Water has appointed Dr Dale Andrea as its new General Manager Service Futures, who will lead the utility’s...

Hydro Tasmania as appointed its next CEO, following the retirement of Ian Brooksbank in October 2024.  Hydro Tasmania Chair, Richard...

Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) has started the recruitment process for a new CEO, after longstanding CEO, Brian Pidgeon, notified the Council...

Energy Networks Australia (ENA) has welcomed two utility CEOs as directors to its Board.   SA Power Networks CEO, Andrew...

The Federal Government announced three new appointments to the NBN Co Board, welcoming a new Executive Director.  Ms Ellie Sweeney...

Zinfra General Manager of Power Services North, Kevin Moloney, is set to retire after four years in the role.  Outgoing...

Aurora Energy CEO, Nigel Clark, has welcomed the appointment of the company’s new chair.  Trevor Danos will commence in the...

CSIRO has appointed Dr Jen Taylor to the position of Executive Director, Future Industries – who will help drive innovation...

South East Water has welcomed a new addition to its executive leadership team, with the appointment of Tim Lloyd as the organisation’s...

The Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) has welcomed four new Board Members, who will be formally elected at the...