SA Power Networks appoints new CEO - Business d'Or

SA Power Networks has appointed its new CEO as it continues to lead the transition to a net-100 per cent renewable energy system in South Australia.

Experienced energy executive, Andrew Bills, has been appointed as CEO of SA Power Networks.

Mr Bills brings extensive experience in energy and infrastructure in multiple roles across retail, supply chain and strategy, most recently as Chief Executive of CS Energy in Queensland, which provides electricity retail and generation support for commercial and industrial customers throughout the northern State. Before that Mr Bills was a key executive at Origin Energy.

Mr Bills will replace Rob Stobbe, who is retiring as CEO of SA Power Networks after 13 years in the role, having steered the business through a major phase of the state’s transition toward a net-100 per cent renewable energy system.

Under Mr Stobbe’s leadership, SA Power Networks has become recognised as a pioneer in managing the transition in a cost-efficient and innovative way that delivers benefits for customers and the community.

Announcing the appointment of Mr Bills, Chairman of the SA Power Networks Board, Peter Tulloch, said, “Andrew will bring extensive energy industry experience to the business given his incredibly strong background in retailing, energy markets and generation, including renewables.

“We made a very thorough and rigorous search for the right person to lead SA Power Networks and Andrew made an impressive presentation regarding the future of energy.

“I know he is very excited by the way in which SA Power Networks has been pioneering changes in the way the electricity distribution network is managed to support the transition to a renewables-based and customer-driven energy system.”

Mr Bills said he is looking forward to the opportunity to build on the impressive performance that SA Power Networks has delivered over many years.

Mr Bills said, “South Australia is at the forefront of renewable energy in Australia and SA Power Networks is playing a key role in the energy transition.

On the other hand, Mr. Tulloch praised Rob Stobb for his years of leadership at SA Power Networks.

“Andrew has a great opportunity because Rob has had an amazing career in the energy industry over the years and has been well respected across Australia,” said Tulloch.

“The Board of Directors is deeply grateful to Rob. He was a leader with the clear goal of putting SA’s customers and community at the center of how SA Power Networks does business.
“We wish him and his wife Prue all the best as they enjoy a well-deserved retirement.”

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Originally published at https://businessdor.com on February 21, 2023.