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The Government today (January 18) announced the appointment of Mr Chan Chi-chiu, Deputy Director of Water Supplies, to succeed Mr William Ko Chan-gock as Director of Water Supplies with effect from January 22, 2006. Mr Ko will proceed on pre-retirement leave on the same day.
Commenting on the appointment, the Secretary for the Civil Service, Mr Joseph W P Wong, said Mr Chan had been working in the Water Supplies Department for more than 26 years with extensive experience in different fields of work, proven leadership and good management skills. "I am confident that he will be able to lead the Water Supplies Department to meet the challenges ahead and continuously enhance its services to the community," Mr Wong said.
"I would also like to thank Mr Ko for his devoted and meritorious service to the Government over the past 37 years. I wish him a happy retirement."
Brief biographical notes on the two officers are set out below:
Mr William Ko Chan-gock, JP
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Mr Ko is 59. He joined the Government in September, 1968, as an Apprentice Engineer. He was promoted to Chief Engineer in December, 1986, to Assistant Director of Water Supplies in October, 1990, to Deputy Director of Water Supplies in September, 1994, and to Director of Water Supplies in May, 2002.
Mr Chan Chi-chiu, JP
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Mr Chan is 51. He joined the Government in August, 1979, as an Assistant Engineer. He was promoted to Chief Engineer in November, 1994, to Assistant Director of Water Supplies in July, 1999, and to Deputy Director of Water Supplies in May, 2004.
Ends/Wednesday, January 18, 2006
Issued at HKT 16:00
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