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Responsible for the growth and strategic direction of SMA in Australia and driving customer centricity.
Australia Management Team
Vice President Home, Commercial & Industrial, Australia
Patrick Duignan
Patrick Duignan heads the Home, C&I team for the Australian market which focuses on solutions from residential systems for the home to more complex and tailored solutions for businesses.
Pat has over 10 years of experience in the Solar and renewable energy industry and has been in senior roles for module, inverter and battery storage companies during that time. Pat has a strong focus on developing strong authentic relationships with key partners in the solar market with the goal to have mutually beneficial outcomes.
Vice President Large Scale, Australia
John Alexander
John Alexander is Vice President of the Large Scale segment at SMA Australia, where he drives the growth and innovation of large-scale renewable energy projects across Australia and New Zealand, strengthening SMA’s market leadership.
With over 35 years of experience in the energy sector, John brings a comprehensive background in renewable energy operations, project finance, and corporate banking. He has a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, creating innovative solutions, and optimizing stakeholder returns while fostering a culture of accountability, fiscal discipline, and transparency. His expertise positions him well to navigate industry dynamics and contribute to SMA's commitment to sustainability and grid stability through advanced grid-forming technology.
Finance Director, Australia
Sandy Yang
Sandy Yang is the Finance Director for Australia, spearheading the Finance department with a strong emphasis on strategic planning and financial leadership. With extensive experience in multinational organizations, Sandy has a proven track record of driving commercial success, optimizing financial processes, and delivering results in complex business environments.
Her expertise encompasses project management, business transformation, risk assurance, compliance management, and process reengineering. Sandy has been instrumental in capital allocation, financial forecasting, stakeholder management and enhancing business continuity planning. Known for her strategic mindset and ability to lead change, she ensures financial discipline while creating significant value for the business.
HR & Talent Acquisition Manager
Tracey Barnes
Tracey Barnes is the HR & Talent Acquisition Manager at SMA Australia, where she works closely with the APAC and Head Office HR teams to drive talent acquisition and people strategy.
With over 30 years of experience across HR, recruitment, operations, sales, marketing, PR, and events, Tracey brings a broad commercial perspective to her role. Her key strengths include leadership, stakeholder engagement, personnel development, project management, and process improvement. Tracey’s diverse background spans multiple industries, including corporate, hospitality, finance, and entertainment, and enables her to deliver impactful results in complex business environments.
A passionate leader and mentor, Tracey is known for her adaptability, strategic mindset, and hands-on approach, facilitating strong relationships and fostering high-performing teams across all levels of the organisation.
