Peter shines brightly with industry award

26 Nov 2024

Congratulations to Peter Couchman (9016) who has been awarded Master Electrician of the Year, recognising his outstanding contribution to the industry.

Employing over 100 electricians and apprentices, Peter is the General Manager of Wellington鈥檚 Seven Electrical Ltd, a business focused on commercial construction and maintenance in the greater Wellington region.

The citation for the prestigious award reads:

Master Electrician of the Year

Seven Electrical stands out as a leader in the electrical industry by consistently demonstrating excellence across craftsmanship, sustainability, innovation, and community involvement.

Seven Electrical has delivered 国产午夜福 work on high-profile projects, including T膩kina Wellington Conference & Exhibition Centre and Sir Peter Jackson鈥檚 Park Road Post Production complex.

Their commitment to environmental responsibility is evident through initiatives like solar panel installation to power the workshop, an electric vehicle fleet, and comprehensive recycling programs.

Additionally, Seven Electrical fosters a strong safety culture and invests heavily in employee development through their apprenticeship program and leadership training.

Their active engagement in community service, including partnerships with local iwi and having their senior leaders advocate for industry as part of being on the local branch committee. This showcases their broad commitment to both social responsibility and industry advancement.

Well done Peter.