Sydney Water Managing Director, Roch Cheroux, will conclude his tenure after six years leading the organisation through key operational and planning phases.
Since his appointment in 2019, Mr Cheroux has progressed sustainable water management initiatives and laid the groundwork for major infrastructure projects to improve services across Greater Sydney.
Mr 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.
The process to appoint a new Managing Director will now commence. In the interim, Sydney Water's Executive General Manager, Paul Plowman, will be the Acting Chief Executive.
Minister for Water Rose Jackson said:
"During his tenure, Roch Cheroux helped guide Sydney Water through a range of challenges including drought, urban growth and climate impacts.
"His leadership has helped lay the foundations for the future of water in Greater Sydney.
"I thank Mr Cheroux for his contribution to Sydney Water and wish him all the best in his future endeavours."
Chair of the Sydney Water Board, The Hon. Niall Blair said:
"On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Roch for his leadership, professionalism and dedication over the past six years.
"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."
