Ian has over 30 years of global experience in the water and waste sectors, having held leadership roles in the UK, Belgium, India, and the USA. His career includes managing major utility, construction, and consulting businesses, with expertise in strategy, transformation, and operational excellence. Ian’s civil engineering background supports his strengths in programme delivery, and he has a proven track record of driving business results in both FTSE 100/250 and privately held companies.

He has held senior roles, including MD at United Utilities, where he led a £3.2bn capital programme turnaround, and CEO of Viridor, where he led a major transformation and expanded the business into renewable energy. As CEO of Southern Water, he managed a £900 million turnover business and oversaw substantial capital investment. Since retiring from Southern Water in 2022, Ian has taken on Chair and NED roles, including positions at Papilo, Isle Utilities, and Scottish Water. He brings valuable commercial and operational leadership experience, focusing on infrastructure development and sustainable technologies, and is keen to explore opportunities with Severfield.