Maarten de Vries

Maarten De Vries is an accomplished electrical engineer with extensive experience in leadership roles across various sectors, including renewable energy and metal processing. Currently serving as the Principal Electrical Engineer (Design Manager) at Consolidated Power Projects Australia Pty Ltd since September 2023, Maarten oversees wind farm project delivery. Previous positions include Principal Electrical Engineer at Clarke Energy, where Maarten supported gas generation projects, and multiple leadership roles at Nyrstar, ranging from Lead Electrical Engineer to Asset Reliability Superintendent, managing substantial capital projects and compliance initiatives. Maarten's career also includes key engineering roles at Richards Bay Minerals and Palabora Mining Company, where technical support for electrical and instrumentation projects was provided. Maarten holds several degrees, including a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from the University of Natal and a Master's in Power Energy Systems from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, along with additional qualifications in management and maintenance practices.