Governance

We're proudly part of the Western Australian government.

Southern Ports is a Government Trading Enterprise reporting to the Minister for Ports, Hon Stephen Dawson MLC.

We underpin the state’s economic growth and play a pivotal role in facilitating more than 30 million tonnes of trade each year, contributing in excess of $30 million to the State Government annually.

Given our strong regional operations and connections, we also work closely with our regional ministers – Minister for Great Southern Hon Reece Whitby MLA, Minister for South West Hon Don Punch MLA, and Minister for Goldfields-Esperance Hon David Michael MLA.

Southern Ports was established on 1 October 2014 as a Government Trading Enterprise. We operate under the Government Trading Enterprise Act 2023 (WA) in conjunction with the Port Authorities Act 1999 (WA) as the Establishing Act.

Guided by an experienced Board of Directors

We are governed by a diverse and highly experienced Board of Directors, appointed by the Minister for Ports. Members of the Board are tasked with determining the policies and controlling the affairs of Southern Ports and fulfil their duties as part of three committees; Audit, Finance and Risk Committee, Safety and Sustainability Committee, and Corporate Governance Committee.

Our Board

Led by our Executive Leadership Team

Our Executive Leadership Team provides the strategic and operational leadership that drives our organisation. They oversee the delivery of our operations, lead the implementation of our strategic priorities, and ensure we continue to operate safely, sustainably and efficiently while delivering value for our customers, communities and the State.

Our Executive