SACOME Council

SACOME is governed by an elected Council that comprises many leaders from within the South Australian mining and energy industry. 

Mark Dayman
SACOME President

The 2021/22 Financial Year was once again a year of significant change; a common theme in recent years with several local and global factors impacting industries and broader societies.
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Like all other industry sectors, the South Australian resources sector has been travelling in relatively unchartered waters. Organisations have had to constantly adapt and deliver. SACOME has been a steady and prominent resource throughout the uncertainty, assisting our members with information, updates, and guidance.

Despite the challenges, our sector has achieved record export figures and exploration expenditure.
Throughout 2021/22, SACOME has again delivered policies and initiatives that are vitally important to our sector, its members and South Australian as a whole.

The SACOME team has been supported by member participation in committee structures. Our committees draw widely from sector expertise and are key thought-incubators to advance the energy and resources initiatives. The committees are also an opportunity for our members to build relationships and obtain first-hand information on developments within our state.

The State Election in March 2022 was naturally a key focus area for SACOME. The development of the SACOME Pre Election Policies was an outstanding example of how the Committees, Council and the SACOME team work together to deliver outcomes that will drive our sector and State forward. The progression of these priorities, together with our report on the economic contribution of our industry, demonstrate that SACOME is a respected and trusted representative for our sector.

For SACOME, the transition to working with a new government has been very successful. It is particularly pleasing to see how the sector is well supported by the Labor Government and the working relationships that have been established in a short period of time.

Across many industries, workforce shortages are the biggest challenge to successful growth. One of the factors that has concerned our sector is attracting new entrants straight from secondary school or early in their careers. To attract young career-seekers the SACOME campaign “Resources. But not as you know it” has been a success and continues to achieve great results with this target audience.

Part of our return to normal is we can now plan our networking events with confidence. Our Annual Dinner and breakfasts were all a great success in delivering value to our members through an exchange of ideas and networking opportunities. We look forward to a more certain events program in 2023.

As SACOME President, I have enjoyed the ongoing support and comradery of my fellow Councillors, SACOME’s CEO Rebecca Knol and the whole SACOME team. Together we have contributed to a very successful year for SACOME which leaves our association in a strong position, both financially and operationally.

I thank and acknowledge the work of my fellow Councillors who volunteer their time, expertise, and leadership. The past year has been particularly satisfying with such an enjoyable and capable group supporting the State’s peak energy and resources association.

I must also thank the SACOME team lead by Rebecca for their outstanding work. The sector continues to see the benefits of a professional team committed to the best outcomes for our future.

Current SACOME Council

Cr. Bill Best 
​Beach Energy ​

Cr. Justin Bauer 
​BHP​

Cr. Simon Appleby 
​ElectraNet​

Cr. Andrew Dyda 
​Finlaysons Lawyers​

Cr. Carl Kavina 
(Vice President)
​Flinders Port Holdings​

Cr. Greg Swain 
(Vice President)
Fortescue Metals Group​

Cr. Mark Dayman 
(President)
FYFE​

Cr. Joe De Gennaro 
Heathgate​

Cr. Matt Sherwell 
​Santos ​

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