Sydney Water is about to undergo a change at the top, with Managing Director Roch Cheroux due to conclude his tenure following key operational and planning phases.
Since his appointment in 2019, Cheroux has progressed sustainable water management initiatives and laid the groundwork for major infrastructure projects to improve services across Greater Sydney.
“During his tenure, Managing Director Roch Cheroux helped guide Sydney Water through a range of challenges including drought, urban growth and climate impacts,” NSW Minister for Water Rose Jackson said. “His leadership has helped lay the foundations for the future of water in Greater Sydney. “I thank Cheroux for his contribution to Sydney Water and wish him all the best in his future endeavours.”
Cheroux has held senior water industry roles across Australia, Europe and Asia, including as Chief Executive of SA Water.
As Sydney Water moves into its next phase of delivery and strategic planning, the Board of Directors has initiated a change in leadership to support this transition.
“On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Roch for his leadership, professionalism and dedication over the past six years,” Sydney Water Board Chair The Hon. Niall Blair said. “Roch has been instrumental in modernising the organisation and preparing it for the long-term challenges of water security, infrastructure delivery and customer service in a rapidly growing city. We wish him all the best in his next chapter and look forward to working with Paul Plowman as Acting Chief Executive while we undertake the recruitment process.”
The process of appointing a new Managing Director will now commence. In the interim, Sydney Water’s Executive General Manager, Paul Plowman, will be the Acting Chief Executive.