About Giles
Giles has a Bachelor of Laws with Honours and a Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) with First Class Honours from The University of Adelaide where he received several academic prizes and scholarships. He served as a Captain in the Australian Army Reserve and has led a variety of Defence projects in South Australia. For his work as a Troop Commander in 2009 he was recognised with a Division Level Commendation for leadership and service. Giles is currently Director Strategy, Department for Energy and Mining, South Australia. Major projects and policies include end of life mine asset management, hydrocarbon processing emissions reductions programs and alternative fuels market development. An impressive sportsman, Giles has competed in the World Ultra-Trail Marathon events and has rowed for both Australian and American universities. Giles is an accomplished pianist and clarinettist, and performed lead roles in amateur theatre productions in both French and English. He is interested in engaging further in the energy policy debate, and completed an MSc in Environmental Change and Management at Oxford University. His vision is to lead change in Australia through a better understanding of commercial relations with the energy sector and responsible export of our energy resources.
