Professional Background: Rob Faunt has a solid foundation in engineering, with extensive experience in industry and the public sectors. His career has spanned various roles that have all contributed to his expertise in technical regulation and safety standards.

Role and Responsibilities: As the Technical Regulator, Rob Faunt oversees the safety and technical standards for electricity, gas, and plumbing services in South Australia. His responsibilities include:

• Developing and enforcing regulations to ensure the safety and reliability of these essential services.
• Conducting audits and inspections to monitor compliance with safety standards.
• Investigating incidents related to electricity, gas, and plumbing to determine causes and prevent future occurrences.
• Providing guidance and support to industry stakeholders, including utility providers, contractors, and the general public.
• Leading initiatives to improve regulatory frameworks and safety practices.

Achievements:

• Successfully introduced new safety regulations that have significantly reduced the incidence of accidents and service interruptions.
• Implemented advanced auditing processes that have enhanced compliance among service providers.
• Led major projects aimed at modernizing regulatory practices and IT systems.
• Played a key role in developing public awareness campaigns about safety practices related to electricity, gas, and plumbing.

Education: Rob Faunt holds a degree in Engineering from University of SA where he specialized in electrical engineering. His academic background laid the groundwork for his career in technical regulation and safety.