Our Directors

MICHAEL JOHN TERLET

INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Michael joined the Tasmea Board in October 2007 as an Independent Non-Executive Director and held the role of the Independent Chair between 1 July 2018 and 21 September 2023.

Michael has held a range of senior positions within the defence industry and was principally responsible for the formation and growth of Australia’s largest private sector defence and aerospace company, AWA Defence Industries, from 1978 to 1992. In 1991, he was recognised and made an officer of the General Order of Australia for contributions to industry and export.

Michael has over 40 years’ experience in executive leadership and public and private board engagements including previous roles with ASX listed entities including SDS Corporation Ltd, Scantech Limited and International Wine Investment Fund.

Michael has also served as Chair of United Water International Pty Ltd, Workcover, SA Centre for Manufacturing, Defence Manufacturing Council SA, South Australian Small Business Advisory Council, and International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management. Michael also held the position of President of the South Australian Employers Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Engineering Employers Association and a director of Statewide Super. Michael recently retired as the Chair of Diversa Trustees Limited, Responsible Entity Partners and CCSL Limited.

Michael is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Managers and Leaders.