96 | Commitment to developing people The award recognises a company/contractor that demonstrates a successful and purposeful commitment to people development through industry training. Rosa Watson Ecstatic is how Chris Murphy of logistics company Steve Murphy Limited described the win at the recent Canterbury West Coast Wood Council Awards. The company took home Limited Training Company/Contractor of the Year at the event held in August. The award recognises a company/contractor that demonstrates a successful and purposeful commitment to people development through industry training, including a consistent training programme, culture and vision. It can also demonstrate an industry training history of at least two years, and have their nomination supported by the general manager, managing director or CEO of a peer company. Steve Murphy Limited (SML) managing director Chris Murphy told Rural South it was a privilege to have been nominated as a finalist, let alone win. The win reinforced that the culture and morale within the company is strong, he said. “Systems, processes, and industry standards are important. If you don’t have a strong culture that empowers your staff to believe in the company, that’s when exposure sets in.” All 56 staff employed by the company were told of the win and acknowledged at a recent company event. It comes off the back of a challenging year, Chris said, citing increased costs, cost of equipment, delays on supply, inflation, and hiking interest rates as examples. “Challenging would be an understatement.” However, SML was managing to maintain its FORESTRY » Steve Murphy Ltd “Some sectors within the supply chain are doing very well, others have found it extremely tough to the point the have closed down.” • to page 97 Commercial, Residential Property, Family, Estate Planning & Relationship Property Lawyers Proudly supporting Steve Murphy Ltd in its Commercial Enterprises for over 30 years. Ari Segaran & Michael O’Regan Partner and Consultant www.cameronco.co.nz Contact 0800 - 723376 | admin@safesound.co.nz | www.safesound.co.nz Policy / Plans Audit Dust & fume Noise Incident investigation Workplace Health and Safety Services NEW ZEALAND OWNED & OPERATED 100% Car Tyres Truck Tyres Tractor Tyres Alignments Punctures Wheels Batteries 0800 4 CARTERS www.carterstyres.co.nz As we are New Zealand’s largest independent tyre dealer we pride ourselves on providing unbiased expert advice, products and service for your vehicles tyres, wheels and suspension needs. Proud to support Steve Murphy Ltd
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