Gavin is an established mining industry executive and leader in mine operations, projects and corporate governance with demonstrated leadership in the technical aspects of mining. A 36-year career with BHP where he moved from operations to projects, to senior executive roles leading the groupwide technical functions including geoscience, mining, metallurgy and technology. He led the development of a Board level global technology strategy prior to “retiring” in 2016. Over the last ten years, Gavin has continued to consult to mining companies and METs companies, governments and research organisations. He has contributed at Board level for the University of Adelaide, CRC Ore, the AusIMM and AMIRA as well as being a member of the JORC committee for over a decade. Gavin brings a deep understanding of the mining industry, and its professionals, along with a vision for the future of mining.