Management Committee

With over 30 years’ experience in the construction industry, Andrew brings a disciplined and process driven approach to business, setting high standards for workmanship, quality control and safety management.

Andrew is an expert in the Electrical, Communications and renewable energy sectors. He is both Director and General Manager and has over 40 years’ experience in the Service, Maintenance and Construction sectors. Andrew has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and qualifications in both Corporate Law and Engineering (Electrical/Electronic) from the University of Adelaide.

Andrew plays an active role in the business and process development of the Group’s activities to ensure success across the entire board. He has extensive operational experience across the commercial, industrial and transmission sectors and provides extensive management skills and guidance to the operational team. He is current President of the National Electrical and Communication Association (NECA) Board (SA/NT Branch).

Andrew has served as Chief Executive Officer of the Master Plumbers Association of South Australia since 2007, bringing more than 30 years of experience in the building and construction industry to the role.

Beginning his careers as an apprentice plumber, Andrew has built an extensive background across senior leadership positions in training, skills development, and compliance. He is a strong advocate for a well-regulated plumbing industry, rigorous licensing standards, and high-quality, apprenticeship-based training.

Andrew has previously held board positions with the Construction Industry Training Board (SA) and the South Australian Skills Commission. He currently serves as a board member of TAFE SA and Master Plumbers Australia and New Zealand (MPANZ), and is a representative on the Plumbing Codes Committee.

Dain is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and operations of the NECA SA/NT branch, while also working collaboratively with other state branches to address national issues impacting electrical and communications contractors.

He represents the interests of members by actively contributing to a range of industry and government boards at both the state and national levels, where his insights play a vital role in shaping the future of the electrotechnology industry.

In addition to his leadership role at NECA SA/NT, Dain also serves as a Director and the Secretary/Public Officer of Electro Careers & Apprenticeships and is also the Secretary of the Specialist Contractors Association, further demonstrating his commitment to advancing the sector and supporting the industry.

Stephanie is the State Manager at the Fire Industry Alliance (FIA), where she plays a key role in supporting members across South Australia, the Norther Territory, Western Australia, and Tasmania. In this role, Stephanie provides strategic guidance, operational support, and member advocacy, ensuring the FIA members are well represented and informed across multiple jurisdisctions.

In addition to her member-facing responsibilities, Stephanie contributes to a range of special projects at both state and national levels, working closely with internal teams, government agencies, and industry stakeholders to help shape policy, improve compliance outcomes and strenghten the fire protection industry more broadly.

Stephanie also sits on various industry and government boards, where she actively advocates on behalf of FIA members and the wider fire protection sector. Through these roles, she is committed to supporting best practice, promoting safety standards, and fostering strong relationships between industry and regulators.