External Member to the Water Services Committee

South Taranaki is one of three districts that make up the Taranaki region. The South Taranaki District Council services approximately 29,900 people spread throughout seven towns and a number of smaller rural and coastal communities.

South Taranaki District Council manages ten water supply schemes, eight wastewater schemes and over 100 kilometres of stormwater assets. Around 71% of residents receive treated drinking water and 56% are connected to wastewater services. While the district has about 10,500 water connections, high agricultural and industrial demand means STDC supplies a volume of water equivalent to 40,000 average households.

Find the South Taranaki District Council Water Services Delivery Plan South Taranaki District Council WSDP - Final for DIA 2025-07-31.pdf

The Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced external appointment to its Water Services Committee. This is a strategic governance role with full voting rights for the term of appointment.

The purpose of the Water Services Committee is to oversee, advise and support the governance and delivery of water services in accordance with the Council's Water Services Delivery Plan (WSDP). The Committee ensures that water, wastewater, and stormwater services are delivered sustainably, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Successful candidates will have the following:

Strategic governance and leadership acumen;
Understanding of and experience in water services delivery and regulatory frameworks;
Comprehensive understanding of risk management and compliance standards; and
Understanding of financial oversight and budgetary control.
This is a paid appointment until April 2030 with a minimum of seven meetings per year. Questions on the role of the Water Services Committee should be directed to the Head of Strategy and Governance, Becky Wolland (becky.wolland@stdc.govt.nz).

If this role appeals to you, head to our website www.southtaranaki.com where you can access the background information and job description for the role. If submitting an application, please ensure you provide a covering letter outlining your skills and experience for the role along with your most current CV.

Applications close at 5 pm on 27 February 2026.



Applications Close: 27 Feb 2026