Our Executive Team is led by Chief Executive Fergus Power and consists of five senior managers each with their own area of responsibility as shown below.
 | Fergus PowerFergus oversees the operational structure of Waitaki District Council. He also manages economic development, Council Controlled Organisations (CCO) liaison, strategic communications, relationship with Maori and major projects. |
 | Paul HopePaul's areas of responsibility include financial services, accounting services, rates, business improvement, health and safety, internship programme, policy,Council Controlled Organisations (CCO) liaison, audit, insurance and risk management. |
 | Lisa BaillieLisa's areas of responsibility include human resources operations, payroll and remuneration, governance support, customer contact, office management, the Forrester Gallery, the North Otago Museum, Waitaki District Archive, the Oamaru Opera House and Waitaki District Libraries. |
 | Lichelle GuyanLichelle's areas of responsibility include heritage and planning, environmental services, building services, community safety, urban design, district planning and resource consents. |