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David Smales

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Director at Energy Networks Australia
📍 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

David Smales is an international energy executive with four decades of experience, currently serving as the CEO of AusNet and a Director at Energy Networks Australia. His career includes senior leadership roles in Australia, Asia, and the UK, such as CEO of Energy Queensland. He holds an MBA from the University of Warwick.

David is a vocal advocate for the energy transition to a zero-carbon future and is actively involved in industry leadership. He is also a member of the Champions of Change Energy Group, which is committed to advancing inclusive gender equality and increasing the representation of women in leadership roles within the energy sector.

His career began as a craft apprentice in the UKs electricity industry, from which he rose to become a CEO of major international energy companies.

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Experience
42 Years
Current Role
Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Energy Transition
He frequently speaks on the need to progress towards a zero-carbon future and is helping lead AusNet to contribute to Australia's emissions-reduction targets.
Gender Equality
As a member of the Champions of Change Energy Group, he is committed to achieving inclusive gender equality and increasing women in leadership within the sector.
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Career

Work history

11-2024
Director
Energy Networks Australia
11-2023
CEO
AusNet Services
2022 - 11-2023
Senior Industry Advisor
Self-employed
2019 - 2021
Group Chief Operating Officer
CLP
2016 - 2019
Chief Executive Officer
Energy Queensland
In the press

Media appearances

Two new board appointments for Energy Networks Australia. Featured in Energy Networks Australia
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EN2024: Inspiring solutions. Featured in Energy Networks Australia – Energy Insider
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Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Warwick - Warwick Business School
B Eng Honours
Sheffield Hallam University
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