The Leadership Team at NIWA is responsible for setting strategic directions and overseeing the execution of innovative research in climate, freshwater, and ocean science. Comprising top executives and principal scientists across various specialties, the team ensures collaboration across disciplines, drives scientific excellence, and aligns organizational goals with environmental stewardship and sustainability initiatives. They play a critical role in guiding research priorities, managing resources, and fostering partnerships to address pressing environmental challenges.
Andrew Lorrey (Drew)
Principal Scientist - Climate ...
Arne Hinz
Chief Engineer
Chris Brandolino
Principal Scientist - Forecast...
Graham Elley
Principal Scientist - Environm...
J. Andrew Forsythe
Chief Scientist - Aquaculture ...
Jess Robertson
Chief Scientist, HPC & Data Sc...
Jochen Schmidt
Chief Scientist Environmental ...
John Morgan
Chief Executive
Patrick Baker
Chief Financial Officer
Paul Champion
Principal Scientist - Freshwat...