Our Team
Board Members
Jonathan Kay
CHAIR
A senior executive and leader in infrastructure, technology, and process, Jonathan Kay is currently Chair at Waipā Networks. He is also the director of multiple organisations, including Whitestone Contracting Limited, Network Waitaki Limited and Lone Wolf Enterprises. His extensive experience within these sectors enables him to draw on his strategic insight, commercial acumen and astute marketing skills in a dynamic work environment.
Jonathan Cameron
DIRECTOR
Jonathan Cameron is a Managing Principal at Elevate Capital Partners and director of multiple organisations, including Tupu Angitu / Lake Taupo Forest Trust, Veterinary Enterprises Group and Hawkes Bay Regional Investments. In addition to this, Jonathon is Chair of NZ Forest Managers. Jonathan has a passion for collaborating with organisations, business owners and board and management teams who want to shape and extend the reach of their organisations.
Jennifer Kerr
DIRECTOR
Jennifer Kerr is an experienced executive, governor and member of many business organisations. She is Chair of WorkSafe, Chair of New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, Deputy Chair of Callaghan Innovation, a member of the New Zealand Police Assurance & Risk Committee, and Director of Eke Panuku Development Auckland.
Shane Ellison
DIRECTOR
Shane Ellison is a proud member of Ngāi Tahu, Te Atiawa, Ngāti Mutunga and Ngāti Ruanui. He has extensive experience in senior leadership and as a CEO, leading diverse teams, managing financials, and overseeing assets. With over 11 years of board experience, Shane has served on the Dunedin International Airport Limited and Auckland Light Rail Limited boards. Earlier in his career, Shane managed small rail networks and high-voltage electricity systems.
Jen Crawford
DIRECTOR
Jen Crawford has extensive governance experience across infrastructure, environmental management, and regional development. She currently serves on the boards of Orion New Zealand Ltd, Christchurch NZ, Nelmac, and MHV Water, and is Chair of Rangitata Diversion Race Management Ltd. Jen has a professional background as a resource management lawyer, having practised for over 20 years in New Zealand and the UK, including as a Partner at Anderson Lloyd.
Alex Ball
DIRECTOR
Alex Ball is an experienced non-executive director of both governance and advisory boards for a range of NZ-based, medium-sized and growth companies. He has helped companies through changes in strategy and business model, open up new markets, build additional capability and mentored a number of founders and CEOs. He has significant finance and commercial leadership experience, including roles as CFO of Vector, Transpower, TelstraClear, and EROAD. Prior to that, he had two decades of experience working in professional services in the UK, Australia, Singapore and New Zealand. He started his professional career as an engineer working in the power generation sector in the UK.
Michelle Walker
SECRETARY
Michelle Walker is a highly experienced enterprise administrator. Michelle joined the Waipā Networks Board as Secretary in November 2018. She is currently the lead Enterprise Administrator for the CEO. Michelle has a passion for communicating with key stakeholders.
Senior Leadership Team
Audrey Scheurich
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Audrey Scheurich joined Waipā Networks as Chief Financial Officer in September 2022, bringing more than 35 years’ experience across finance and infrastructure. Her career includes senior roles at AgResearch, Genesis Energy, Wellington Water and The Lines Company.
Audrey is focused on strengthening financial processes and ensuring projects and investments deliver on their targets. She also serves as a trustee of Hospice Waikato, contributing strong governance, policy development and clear communication. Her depth of experience and commitment to excellence make her a valued member of our leadership team.
Anna Watson
GENERAL MANAGER CUSTOMER & COMMUNITY
Anna Watson joined Waipā Networks in August 2022, bringing more than 20 years’ experience in marketing and communications across sectors including technology, security, agriculture and higher education.
She offers broad expertise spanning market research, brand and campaign development, and the adoption of new technologies, processes and systems. Anna has held roles with organisations such as Gallagher, the University of Waikato, Waikato Regional Council and Mystery Creek Events Centre. Passionate about collaboration and connection, Anna is focused on creating meaningful customer experiences and delivering clear, effective communications.
David Fuller
GENERAL MANAGER PEOPLE, SAFETY & SUSTAINABILITY
David Fuller joined Waipā Networks in September 2023 and brings extensive experience across occupational health and safety, project and change management, business transformation and human resources. He has held senior roles with organisations including Transpower, WEL Networks, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, HSE Global and ECL Group.
A collaborative and versatile leader, David combines strong operational expertise with a deep understanding of wellbeing, shaped by his background as a mental health nurse and group psychotherapist. He is committed to supporting our people and advancing our vision for the benefit of the wider Waipā community.
Tom Bromfield
GENERAL MANAGER DELIVERY
Tom Bromfield joined Waipā Networks in April 2024, bringing more than 20 years’ experience in the energy sector in New Zealand and overseas. He began his career in Liverpool, England, specialising in high-voltage cable jointing and qualifying as a line mechanic and fault technician.
After moving to New Zealand in 2011, Tom built a strong reputation as a cable installation and testing specialist, delivering end-to-end solutions across New Zealand and the Pacific. His experience spans everything from reactive fault response to large-scale business management. With a balance of strategic thinking and operational leadership, Tom is known for his collaborative approach and commitment to team learning, growth and shared success.
Weihao Zhou
GENERAL MANAGER NETWORK INTELLIGENCE
Weihao Zhou joined Waipā Networks in September 2022 and is a Chartered Professional Engineer with nearly 20 years’ experience in the power industry. A University of Canterbury graduate, he began his career as a consultant engineer at ElectroNet before joining WEL Networks in 2010, where he progressed from planning engineer to leading the engineering team. He also completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies during this time.
At Waipā Networks, Weihao brings strong practical engineering expertise and proven leadership. He is experienced in delivering complex projects and is passionate about developing people, strengthening capability and driving positive organisational change.
Nathan King
GENERAL MANAGER COMMERCIAL
Nathan King joined Waipā Networks in November 2024, bringing strong experience in navigating complex commercial and business challenges. Originally from England, he began his career in Derby before relocating to New Zealand in 2015, working with leading supply chain and construction equipment manufacturers.
A Chartered Management Accountant, Nathan brings expertise in business strategy, financial performance and negotiation. He has held senior leadership roles, including leading national commercial teams and serving as Business Performance Manager at Fonterra, and now applies his technical and interpersonal strengths to drive commercial excellence, collaboration and informed decision-making at Waipā Networks.
Mat O'Neill
GENERAL MANAGER NETWORK
Mat O’Neill joined Waipā Networks in November 2024, bringing more than 25 years’ experience across electricity generation and distribution. He comes from a trade background as a registered electrician and holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Canterbury.
Mat brings deep experience across electricity distribution, generation and utility services, with a strong focus on asset planning, operational resilience, large data analytics and engineering governance. He has led large-scale capital and operational programmes and has a proven track record delivering data driven solutions.