Executive Management

 Ian Parton

Transition Chief Executive
Ian Parton is a professional company director following a career in consulting engineering. He is a distinguished fellow of the Institution of Professional Engineers and a fellow of the Institute of Directors. He serves on a number of company and advisory boards.

Gary Swift

General Manager Finance
Accounting, treasury management, business information systems and procurement

Finance is responsible for the development of business information systems as well as the traditional responsibilities of financial and accounting services. Finance also provides services to assist the company to achieve an optimal balance of cost, risk and benefits.
Craig McIlroy

General Manager Asset Management
Asset development, asset planning, project delivery and property

Asset Management incorporates the managing, planning, development and delivery of assets to the operations team to meet projected growth in demand for quality and quantity, over the long term.
David Hawkins

Corporate Relations Manager
Government relations, community relations and statutory obligations

Corporate Affairs is responsible for maintaining positive relations with local and central government and other stakeholders in support of Watercare's operations and projects.
Graham Wood

General Manager Operations
Water and wastewater treatment, networks and maintenance services

Operations – which includes water and wastewater – applies an integrated approach to utility provision, delivering services to customers and meeting operational, financial and environmental targets.
Jim Hodges

Chief Engineer
Risk management, planning support, technology deployment, business improvement and engineering information

The Chief Engineer is responsible for developing the Corporate Risk Management function, providing engineering oversight, reviewing the deployment of new technology and solutions, and integrating business planning with Asset Management operations.
Clive Nelson

Corporate Strategy and Communications Manager
Strategic planning, media relations, publications, education programmes and internal and external communications.

Corporate Strategy and Communications are responsible for maintaining clear communication channels with stakeholders; contributing to positive community relations around Watercare's operations and projects; and further enhancing the strategic planning processes.
David Sellars

Internal Audit Manager
Risk management reporting, internal controls, emergency preparedness and ensuring company governance with international best-practice

Internal Audit is responsible for providing the chief executive and the board of directors with assurance on operation of key controls which mitigate risk in the business.