Les Merton

Les Merton is an experienced environmental professional with a career spanning over 28 years in various roles related to environmental management and approvals. Currently serving as Environmental Superintendent at both Yancoal Australia Ltd since February 2019 and AngloAmerican since April 2018, Les has previously held multiple environmental management positions at Origin Energy from December 2009 to April 2018 and Anglo Coal from January 2005 to November 2009. Notable earlier roles include Senior Environmental Advisor at the Dept of Main Roads and Technical Officer at the Department of Natural Resources. Les holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Land Resources Management from The University of Queensland, completed between 1991 and 1994, and a Year 12 Senior Certificate from All Souls & St Gabrielle's School from 1983 to 1990.