- David Hughes-Owen appointed as new CEO of Busselton Water
- Will take up role on 4 September 2023
- Outgoing CEO Chris Elliott thanked for his contribution
Water Minister Simone McGurk has announced David Hughes-Owen as the new CEO of Busselton Water.
Mr Hughes-Owen brings a wealth of knowledge and more than 25 years’ experience in the water industry, including here in Western Australia and in Tasmania.
Most recently he has been the General Manager of Service Delivery at TasWater since March 2020. Prior to that he held various senior roles at the Water Corporation, including as Regional Manager of the Great Southern Region and overseeing asset investment planning in the metropolitan area and for the regions.
Mr Hughes-Owen will replace retiring CEO Chris Elliott, taking up the role on 4 September 2023.
Mr Elliott retires after more than a decade at the helm of Busselton Water, as part of an exemplary water industry career.
Busselton Water provides high-quality drinking water to the broader Busselton area. In the 2022 financial year, they achieved a record production of 5.97GL.
As stated by Water Minister Simone McGurk:
“I congratulate David Hughes-Owen on his appointment as CEO of Busselton Water.
“His considerable expertise positions him well to lead Busselton Water into its next chapter.
“I would also like to thank outgoing CEO Chris Elliott for his incredible contribution to the water sector in Western Australia spanning 47 years, and the leadership he has provided at Busselton Water over the past decade.”
As stated by Busselton Water Chair Dr Robyn Paice:
“We welcome David to the team at Busselton Water.
“Along with my fellow Board members, I look forward to working with him to ensure Busselton Water continues to deliver high quality service, drive operational efficiencies, and to ensure a secure water future for our customers.”
As stated by outgoing Busselton Water CEO Chris Elliott:
“I’m incredibly proud of what has been achieved in my time at Busselton Water, all of which has been possible because of the wonderful team, visionary Board and great partners I have had the pleasure to work with.”
