Gillian Blythe will be the organisation’s new chief executive from July 13.
Water New Zealand has appointed Gillian Blythe as the organisation’s new chief executive.
Blythe has a strong background in infrastructure and regulatory reform.
She comes to the water sector after a long career in the electricity industry where her most recent role, until December last year, was head of strategy at Meridian Energy.
Water New Zealand president, Kelvin Hill said, “Gillian’s background in infrastructure and strategy will be a big asset to the organisation’s membership and sector.”
He said the establishment of the new regulator, Taumata Arowai, will inevitably bring about challenges and opportunities, and Blythe was well placed to play a leading role in representing and supporting Water New Zealand members during this process.
“A key goal for Water New Zealand is working with our partners to ensure a competent and capable workforce supported by continuing professional development and registration.
“It is vital we provide opportunities for our members to have the right skills to be part of an effective, efficient, accountable and resilient sector,” he said.
Blythe said she intends to spend her first weeks in the job listening and understanding; attendance at two coming conferences would provide key opportunities to meet and discuss issues facing WNZ members.
Blythe will officially take up her new position on July 13.
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