Paul Martyn

Chief Executive

Paul Martyn is the Chief Executive of the Department for Energy and Mining.  Paul has nearly 30 years experience in economic policy and reform. In his role as Chief Executive, Paul is responsible for leading South Australia’s transition to renewable energy and accelerating the growth of the critical and strategic minerals sector.

Paul has worked to encourage growth, competitiveness and investment in a wide range of key industries including energy, mining and gas, agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, defence, building and construction, and high technology.

Prior to joining DEM, Paul had an extensive career in the Queensland Public Service where he was Director-General of the Department of Energy and Climate and led development of that state’s approach to the energy transition. Paul was Chief Executive Officer of Trade and Investment Queensland, where he spearheaded global investment attraction in renewable energy, resources and mining equipment, technology and services.

In the Governor-General’s 2022 COVID-19 Honours List, Paul was awarded a Public Service Medal for his leadership of Queensland’s COVID-19 Response and Recovery Taskforce during the pandemic.

Paul is a solicitor and holds honours degrees in law and government, and a Masters degree in Public Policy from the University of London.