David Turvey is an economic geologist with >40 years’ experience in Australian and Asian mining industries, involving exploration, evaluation, business development and corporate M&A activities in precious-base metals, bulk commodities, specialty metals and critical minerals.  

My professional career includes international roles for major corporations (CSR Ltd, Chevron Corporation, Normandy Mining) and executive management in board positions for small-mid public mineral exploration and production companies.

As founding director of Equant Resources Pty Ltd (1998), I’m actively consulting on global traditional mineral industries and ‘critical mineral’ projects, including business development of exploration and mineral processing technologies, and ‘value-inuse’ market entry strategies. Since 2004, associated with the Penfold Group, I’m involved on international mineral concentrate marketing, project evaluation and investment. 

Focus areas for my contribution and “value-add” to the purpose and imperatives of the AusIMM Board include

• Generate greater recognition and opportunities for geoscientists from applied skills activities and cost-effective professional courses (technical, marketing, commercial, management).

• Improve geoscience education and interest at all ages and levels, with recognition (accreditation) and easier access to life-long professional geoscience career options.

• Increase collaboration between AusIMM COI’s, Societies and affiliated organisations, with expansion of GeoMetallurgy disciplines and skills in ore characterization, mineralogy, orebody domaining and geo-metallurgy-based resource modelling.  

• Support of practical ESG initiatives, including Life of Operations, Sustainability and Circularity, and Waste Management, with concurrent Geo-Tourism initiatives to inform and improve ‘social license’.

• Input to targeted lobbying agendas, including cost-effective, sustainable energy options and mineral-related technologies. 

Professional Qualifications

As an experienced board member and executive with over 30 years’ experience across the resources, energy, infrastructure, finance and not-for-profit sectors, I have extensive financial and governance expertise.

My career includes board roles and executive positions with major mining and not-for-profit organisations. I currently serve in several Non-Executive Director and committee chair roles, including Essential Energy, and as Independent Chair of Central Coast Council’s Audit, Risk & Improvement Committee, overseeing strategy, governance, risk, investments, ESG, compliance and financial performance. My executive roles include Financial Controller and Executive Director at Glencore and Chief Financial Officer appointments with large complex organisations.  

Within AusIMM, I am a Fellow and current Board Director, past Chair of WIMnet NSW, former Deputy Chair of the national WIM Committee, Conference Chair, and active contributor to mentoring and professional development initiatives.

I am a Fellow of CAANZ and the GIA, and Member of the AICD. 

Contribution to the Board and Views on AusIMM's Purpose and Strategic Imperatives

AusIMM plays a vital role as the trusted professional body for the resources sector, advancing technical excellence, professional development, ethical practice and leadership while supporting a safe, sustainable and globally respected industry.

During my current term as a Director, I have strengthened governance, financial stewardship and risk oversight through my roles as Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee and Chair of the Investment Committee. I have worked closely with fellow Directors and management to enhance financial reporting, the Board Risk Appetite Statement, investment governance and long-term financial sustainability.

If re-elected, I will continue to contribute strong financial and governance expertise, strategic thinking and a collaborative leadership style. I am passionate about supporting AusIMM's strategic priorities, including member value, professional development, sustainability, and diversity, equity & inclusion. I am particularly committed to developing future industry leaders and ensuring AusIMM remains financially strong, well governed and positioned for long-term success. 

Professional experience

I bring 24 years’ experience in the resources sector, spanning process engineering (BEChem), HSEQ management systems and audit, risk, sustainability and strategic planning leadership roles with Sedgman. My experience includes global and regional business strategy development and acquisition integration coordination, ESG strategy and reporting, and business resilience. My early career in process engineering and integrated HSEQ management system leadership provides a strong foundation for linking cross-disciplinary expertise and functional teams to support strategic goals. As a Fellow of AusIMM, I have been an active member over the past eight years and now serve as Chair of AusIMM’s Social and Environment Society Committee, including contributions to the PMLU policy forum. My governance and committee experience to date includes GAICD certification, Non-Executive Director of enviroMETS Qld, membership of the International Lithium Association Sustainable Lithium Subcommittee, participation in the Decarbonisation Accelerated Leaders Group, and more than a decade as Community Secretary of a NFP church board.

AusIMM purpose and Board contribution

AusIMM has a unique responsibility as the peak body and trusted voice for resources professionals. Its Royal Charter purpose has never been more relevant as society navigates decarbonisation, critical minerals demand, AI driven governance issues and opportunities, power and water demands, changing community expectations, workforce transitions, and increasing scrutiny of professional standards. I strongly support AusIMM’s strategic imperatives and would contribute to the Board through my experience in strategy development, sustainability integration, governance and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Through my AusIMM COI leadership, I have seen the value of inclusive communities that connect members, share technical knowledge and support emerging professionals. I would like to continue strengthening engagement between COIs, branches and conference committees. I believe AusIMM’s evidence-based voice as a Trusted Leader, and am committed to continuing to contribute to policy forums on key issues, which are critical to our contribution to communities and in supporting ethical and contemporary professional practice.

Professional Qualifications

Seyed Reza Azimi is the Managing Director of FI Joint Venture Pty Ltd and a Mining Engineer with more than 27 years of experience in the resources sector, spanning mining project development, executive leadership, corporate governance and strategic planning. He has served in executive and Director roles for over 11 years, providing leadership in governance, risk management, project financing, stakeholder engagement and Board reporting. His experience includes iron ore exploration, project evaluation, environmental approvals, commercial strategy and sustainable resource development. Reza is an AICD Member and has completed the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) Company Directors Course. He is passionate about advancing professional excellence, supporting innovation and fostering collaboration across the resources industry. Through mentoring, STEM education initiatives, and active industry engagement, he is committed to strengthening the future capabilities, professionalism, and global reputation of the mining sector. 

Contribution to the Board and Strategic Imperatives

If elected, I will bring practical executive leadership experience, governance expertise, and a collaborative approach to support AusIMM's strategic direction and long-term success. I believe AusIMM plays a vital role in promoting professional excellence, strengthening governance, developing future industry leaders and enhancing the global reputation of the Australasian resources sector. My priorities would include supporting innovation and technology adoption, encouraging responsible and sustainable resource development, strengthening collaboration between industry, education and research, and creating greater opportunities for early-career professionals. I also see significant value in expanding international engagement while continuing to deliver meaningful benefits to members across all career stages. I am committed to contributing constructively to Board deliberations, supporting evidence-based decisionmaking, and helping to ensure AusIMM remains a trusted, respected, and influential professional institute for the benefit of its members and the wider resources industry. 

Professional Qualifications

I am a mining executive, freelance consultant and AusIMM Fellow with 30 years’ experience across operational, technical, strategic and governance roles. My career includes production engineering, mine planning, rehabilitation and closure, senior global leadership roles at BHP’s Resource Centre of Excellence, and freelance advisory work supporting mining companies in Australia and internationally. I have led multi-disciplinary technical teams, rebuilt capability frameworks, and delivered global standards, governance systems and independent peer reviews for major projects. I am recognised as an industry closure expert, supporting strategic closure planning, risk assessment and long-term value decisions. My work is grounded in strong technical capability, disciplined judgement and practical experience across the mining value chain. I have a long-term commitment to mentoring, supporting emerging professionals through formal programs and sustained informal guidance. I hold a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mining Engineering and am a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD).

Contribution to the Board & Views on AusIMM’s Purpose

If re-elected, I will continue bringing a practical, member-focused perspective to AusIMM’s governance and strategy. My priority is ensuring AusIMM remains the trusted professional home for resources professionals: supporting capability, strengthening standards and advocating for a sector that leaves a positive legacy. During my first term, I contributed to the revamp of the AusIMM Awards through the Awards Committee, strengthening recognition of professional excellence. As Deputy Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee, I supported improvements to AusIMM’s risk assessment approach, enhancing transparency and organisational resilience. My work on the Policy and Advocacy Committee, informed policy forums, including those focussed on career pathways, and AusIMM representation on the Australian Geoscience Council. I bring respectful challenge, evidence-based decision-making and clarity of purpose to Board deliberations. With deep experience in mine planning, closure and sustainability, I will continue contributing steady judgement and practical outcomes that strengthen member value and uphold AusIMM’s purpose.

I am a Registered Professional Engineer (RPEQ) with a BE (First Class Honours) and a PhD in Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering, and more than a decade of hands on experience across industry, research and site operations. My work at Glencore Technology, Gopher Resource and Hatch spans pyrometallurgical R&D, flowsheet design, pilot campaigns, and direct furnace troubleshooting; I have authored peer reviewed papers, hold patents in recycling and slag refinement, and lead international technical committees. I’m currently the AusIMM Metallurgical Society Chair and the TMS EPD Pyrometallurgy Committee Chair.

On the board I would hope to bring my experience in technical work and the passion I have for continuing professional development. I can bring my experience in working internationally in the field and assist in collaborating with other similar organisations globally. I also have experience in recycling post-consumer materials and the extraction of critical materials from these, which is increasing globally.

The minerals industry improves humanity through the production of commodities in a safe and sustainable manner, and this is achieved with the technical people in the field. I see the AusIMM as providing ongoing education, facilitating technical exchange and upholding technical standards, which enables our technical people to drive the industry forward.

I love the minerals industry, and I love being a mining engineer (BEng Mining (Hons I), UQ).

My 30+ year association with the AusIMM began in 1993, when I was an AusIMM Education Endowment Fund (EEF) scholarship recipient. In those early days, I was a member of the EEF committee that created the Australian Student Mineral Venture (ASMV) summer school program, designed to encourage high school students to consider careers in the minerals industry.

I have served as Chair and Vice-Chair of the AusIMM Melbourne Branch, including six years as a committee member. During that time, I pioneered the AusIMM Distinguished Speaker Lunch series in Melbourne, creating opportunities for members to learn directly from industry greats.

Complementing my technical foundation with a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance, the Advanced Management Program at Wharton (USA), and graduation from the AICD has helped me build an enormously rewarding career — so far — across coal, copper, zinc, lead, aluminium, gold, silver, cobalt, manganese and iron ore, in Australia and around the world. These experiences would serve me well as a director of the AusIMM.

Decades in our industry have made one thing clear to me: a great industry needs great people.

I am passionate about the kind of informal professional development the AusIMM does best — learning from others within our industry. As a director, I would seek to help the AusIMM navigate the right balance between member interests, learning and activities, and paid conferences and formal training courses.

My current role as Chief Development & Technical Officer at Aurelia Metals spans our Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve (MROR). Ensuring that members have the tools and support to effectively implement the “new JORC” is therefore a keen interest.