The Society of British Water & Wastewater Industries Society (SBWWI), one of the UK’s leading trade bodies for the UK water and wastewater sector has started its search for a new Executive Director.
The SBWWI is seeking to find a replacement for Carol Hickman, who is retiring after 16 years of sterling service in the role.
The Society, which represents a diverse mix of contractors, manufacturers, distributors, training providers and consultants in the water sector supply chain, is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates to serve as Executive Director of this dynamic and growing non-profit water industry supply chain trade association.
An overview of responsibilities provides some idea of the breadth of the role, which includes:
- To provide leadership and direction toward achievement of the organisation's mission, strategy, annual goals and objectives
- Work with the Management Board to develop the Business Strategy for the organisation for 2015-20
- Act as the primary spokesperson for SBWWI with the membership, wider water industry, government, regulators and the media.
The SBWWI is looking for candidates with three years-plus water industry experience, the ability to travel regularly throughout the UK, together with strong verbal and written communication skills. The role is based in Leamington Spa, but remote working from other UK locations will be considered for strong candidates.
For further details of the role, contact Carol Hickman on 01926 831530 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Applicants are invited to send their CV and a covering letter outlining background and experience.
Deadline for applications is Friday 22 August 2014, with first interviews to be held early September.
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