Rhys Brett

Rhys Brett is an accomplished executive in the mining industry, currently serving as Executive General Manager of Strategic Mining Projects at Centennial Coal since January 2022. With previous leadership roles including General Manager at Palaris and Operations Manager at Wollongong Coal, Rhys has extensive experience overseeing operations and business development in mining environments. A proven track record includes managing operations with over 600 employees and significant budgets, including a $250M annual operating expenditure and a $400M capital expenditure program over five years. Academic credentials include an Executive Master of Business Administration from IE Business School and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Engineering from UNSW, along with various mining qualifications and certifications.