WA’s Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council has announced the appointment of Hua Jer Liew as its new Chief Executive Officer.
“Jer brings a wealth of experience, having served as Acting Chief Executive Officer since September last year, where he has demonstrated strong, capable leadership as well as ensured stability and continuity during a period of transition,” said Council Chairperson, Cr Filomena Piffaretti.
“His longstanding commitment to the organisation is reflected in his tenure as Chief Financial Officer and Director Corporate Services since 2010, where he has played a pivotal role in strengthening the EMRC’s financial position and corporate operations.”
Council’s decision to appoint Mr Liew acknowledges not only his significant contribution over many years but also his clear vision for the future. His deep organisational knowledge, combined with his strategic leadership capabilities, positions him well to guide the EMRC into its next chapter, said Cr Piffaretti.
Mr Liew said he was honoured to be appointed CEO and thanked the Council for its confidence in him.
“The EMRC provides essential waste and resource recovery services, and my focus will be on maintaining safe, reliable and compliant operations, supported by strong environmental, financial and governance discipline,” he said.
“I look forward to working closely with Council, our member Councils, our dedicated staff and stakeholders to build shared priorities, strengthen performance and deliver positive outcomes for the communities we serve. As the sector evolves, EMRC will continue to progress practical and sustainable resource recovery outcomes in a disciplined and measured way, protecting service reliability while building a credible and affordable pathway forward.”
Mr Liew has more than two decades of leadership across local government, ASX-listed organisations, and strategic consulting. He has served in senior roles including Acting Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer / Director Corporate Services at the EMRC, where he has been responsible for the organisation’s finance, governance, risk, IT, procurement and corporate services functions.
