Global engineering firm WorleyParsons has announced the appointment of Andrew Wood as the company's new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, effective at the end of the company's AGM on 23 October.

 

Mr Wood is currently a member of the company's Executive Committee and holds the role of Group Managing Director Finance. He has also held a number of key management positions within the company over his 18 years. He is broadly accepted as having been responsible for the company's successful drive into Thailand, Canada and Chile.

 

Mr Wood will take the position after John Grill steps down, having spent over 40 years with the company, who will step down from all roles before rejoining the board in early 2013. Mr Grill voiced his confidence in Mr Wood's appointment.

 

"I am confident that Andrew's skills, experience and vision for the future of WorleyParsons will result in a strong and successful leadership of the company," Mr Grill said.

 

Mr Wood thanked the board for the appointment, describing the announcement as an honour.

 

"I know that we have the right strategies, an exceptional leadership team and the talented and committed people to deliver for our customers and shareholders," Mr Wood said.