ABOUT US / OUR PEOPLE
Our People
At Covalent Lithium, we are proud to be working together to achieve a cleaner energy future through renewable energy storage.
We are passionate about what we do and are committed to our shared Values of purpose, care, accountability and collaboration. These values are driven by our leadership team and are integrated into core ways of working and engaging.
Covalent Leadership Team
RYAN HAIR,
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Ryan brings a diverse background in engineering, operations, finance, project management, advanced analytics, strategic planning and technology development spanning over 27 years.
Ryan’s most recent role was General Manager, leading the Ammonia and Ammonium Nitrate business unit at Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers. Ryan's unique skillset bridges business, finance and technical teams to deliver predictable, high-quality results for Covalent.
Ryan holds a degree in electrical engineering, a Masters in Applied Finance and has completed the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) program.
ROSS MARTELLI,
PROJECT DIRECTOR
Ross has significant project and operations management experience in senior roles spanning over 38 years. Ross's most recent role was Director of Major Projects for WesCEF. He has held several positions within WesCEF and CSBP, including various project management, chemical, commercial and production management roles. Ross was also appointed to the CSBP and WesCEF boards in 2006 and 2010, respectively, and has been a Director for both joint venture businesses AGR and QNP. Ross holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Institute of Technology, a Masters of Business from Curtin University, and is a Fellow of the Institute of Engineers Australia.
RIC COLGAN,CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Ric is a commercially focused finance leader with 20 years’ experience across a range of industries. Ric’s most recent role was that of Chief Financial Officer with WesCEF; prior to this, he was a member of the Wesfarmers Business Development team and was involved in several significant corporate transactions. Ric is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance & Investment.
MAURICIO OLIVARES,
GM TECHNICAL AND DEPUTY PROJECT DIRECTOR
Mauricio is an experienced leader and accomplished technical expert with a trajectory of 20 years in mining and resources. His areas of expertise are project development and management, operations, process optimisation and lean management. He is skilled in leading large, multi-disciplinary teams to deliver against strategic objectives and both medium- and short-term business and technical goals. Mauricio holds an Industrial Engineering degree from the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile.