Independent Chair, Water Services Governance

Talent Propeller Limited; Stratford; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratford District Council seeks expressions of interest for the Independent Chairperson of its Water Services Committee. The role provides governance leadership and oversight of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services, helping establish the Stratford Waters Internal Business Unit and guiding long-term service delivery.

You will lead committee meetings, facilitate decision making, and ensure sustainable, compliant water services while engaging with iwi, mana whenua and a broad range

Qualifications

• Experience as a chairperson or board director with governance exposure.
• Ability to lead with integrity, independence and sound judgement.
• Understanding of local government and engagement with iwi/mana whenua.

Responsibilities

• Lead Water Services Committee meetings and decision making.
• Provide strategic governance oversight of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services.
• Collaborate with elected members, mana whenua, staff and stakeholders.

Skills

Governance experience

Independent chair

Job description

Stratford District Council seeks expressions of interest for the Independent Chairperson of its Water Services Committee. The role provides governance leadership and oversight of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services, helping establish the Stratford Waters Internal Business Unit and guiding long-term service delivery.

You will lead committee meetings, facilitate decision making, and ensure sustainable, compliant water services while engaging with iwi, mana whenua and a broad range