Dr Keith Hilless

Chairman

AM BE (Elec) DUnivQUT

FIEAust FAIM MAICD

Keith Hilless brings to his role as Chairman experience gained from a career in the electricity supply industry spanning over 50 years. 

Prior to taking up the role as Chairman, Keith was Chairman of Ergon Energy Corporation Ltd from 2002 to 2008 and was the Managing Director with international energy corporation NRG Asia Pacific Ltd for five years to 2002.  He served as the Queensland Electricity Commissioner with oversight of electricity generation, transmission, distribution and regulation in Queensland from 1991 to 1994. He is currently a member of the Council of Queensland University of Technology and Chairman of Queensland University of Technology Enterprise Holdings Pty Ltd. 

On Australia Day 2008 Keith was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in recognition of his service to the electricity supply industry in Queensland, particularly through his contribution to restructuring and fostering improved relationships, to regional development, and to the community. 

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