6 | Electrical engineering experts Athenry Electrical offers a comprehensive suite of services and expertise across many areas. Auckland Chamber - Athenry Electrical T T Karen Phelps REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Athenry Electrical Engineers is entering 2026 with confidence in the future of Auckland’s manufacturing, production and energy sectors. “To support our growth and our clients we’re recruiting both experienced industrial electricians and engineers as well as additional apprentices. ”Investing in our team at every level ensures we continue to deliver the highest standards of safety, service and innovation while building the next generation of industry talent,” says company managing director David Harris. Founded in 1998 with his wife Kath, the East Tamaki-based company offers a comprehensive suite of services and expertise across many areas. These inclcue hazardous area electrical classification, design, installations, maintenance and inspections; industrial automation and control systems; machine safety solutions ; industrial/commercial electrical design, installation, maintenance, and inspections; AutoCAD electrical, solar, thermal imaging; fixed-wired gas detection; IQP certification and appliance testing and tagging. David says the team structure and ongoing training programmes support reliable service. “We offer flexible engagement models including 24/7 support, maintenance shift cover, production-window installations and planned shutdowns.” The company has built a reputation as a health and safety led business delivering complex industrial electrical solutions on time, safely, within budget and without defect. It works nationwide and supports clients operating in demanding, high-risk environments where generalist electrical services are not enough. We like to think we are a health and safety company that happens to provide specialised electrical engineering services,” says David. “These industries require deep knowledge, compliance and absolute trust. That’s what we’ve built our business on.” That approach has delivered long-term relationships with large and small industrial clients with many working with the company for more than two decades. Customers include Coulter Engineering, Transnet, Winstone Aggregates, Taylors Laundry, Genesis Energy, Draeger, Alinta Energy, Nestle, Fonterra and Bluebird Foods . David believes broader policy and economic shifts will drive demand for specialist contractors. “There is a lot of infrastructure to be invested in over the next 10-plus years, including power generation, healthcare, roading, prisons, education, agriculture and housing,” he says. “I am already hearing positive discussion around RMA reforms and the fast-tracking of infrastructure.” Technology is also reshaping the industrial landscape. With government encouraging investment in advanced manufacturing, David expects rapid adoption of artificial intelligence. “Control components such as electronic logic controllers, instrumentation and motor control systems are already embedding AI,” he says. “That will change how plants operate and how they need to be or can be maintained.” To meet that future demand the company is developing clear career pathways to ensure staff stay ahead of evolving technology and compliance requirements. “The largest issue we will all be contending with is skilled human resource,” he says. “Specialised work requires experience, training and commitment and those skills are in short supply.” David says Athenry Electrical Engineers’ work is guided by five core values: consistency, knowledge, flexibility, compliance and safety . he company’s accreditations include IMPAC PREQUAL, CMSE – TUV Nord (Certified Machinery Safety Expert) and Rockwell Automation System Integrator. 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It is a cohesive system that can go from switchboards to panelboards and all centralised into a single head-end device, for visibility, granular insights without compromising on accuracy. NHP’s local team is here to help you get the most from your system, whether you need basic setup support or full commissioning. With free consultations available, it’s easy to find the right fit before you commit. Even small changes can unlock big results, if you’ve got the right data. Energy visibility enables low-disruption improvements that reduce costs and support continuous operational optimisation. As the saying goes, “If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it”. Want to unlock better energy insights and real savings? Scan to book a free consultation with our team today. AUTO SUPER SHOPPE PAKURANGA Unit G, 245 Burswood Drive, Pakuranga mark@autosspak.co.nz 09 2737310 Mark Baker Congratulations to Athenry Electrical & proud to be associated to keep their Fleet running & compliant
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