James Merlino brings extensive experience in infrastructure construction and commercial contract management to his role as Chair.  James served as Victoria’s Deputy Premier from 2014 to 2022 and has held several key Ministerial portfolios including in Education, Mental Health, Police and Emergency Services.  James is the Chair of Retail Employees Superannuation Trust (REST), Chair of law firm Slater & Gordon, and holds directorships on the Hawthorn Football Club and the Super Members Council of Australia.