Panellist

Dr Paul Heithersay

Chief Executive, Department for Energy and Mining

Dr Paul Heithersay, Chief Executive of the Department for Energy and Mining, joined the South Australian public service in 2002 where he has held several senior executive roles. He was awarded the Public Service Medal in 2012 for his outstanding public service to the growth and development of the mineral resources sector. Before joining the public service, Paul spent more than 20 years in the resources industry in Australia, Southeast Asia and China. In 2013 Paul was awarded the prestigious Legend in Mining award for his role in guiding South Australia’s transformation into a major destination for investment in mineral resources and energy.

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