Richards role involves replying to government policy review requests. This work follows our streamlined process and involves capturing the best of our local and international skill sets to help advise government on policy.

Over 20 years of experience in New Zealand, Australia, United Kingdom, Singapore, Fiji, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Oman and Indonesia. Specialist skills in the design, operation, optimisation and asset management (including condition, capacity, resilience and performance assessments and development of business cases) of all biological processes for wastewater treatment and reuse. Experience with potable water, reuse/recycled water and desalination plants. 

Project management, and consultation management as part of the planning and licensing process on various wastewater treatment and reuse projects. Experience in wastewater characterisation process design and simulation modelling, including BioWin, for various process arrangements including biological nutrient removal plants.