by The Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board

Welcome to our new Chair and Deputy Chair

We are pleased to announce that Diana Kuhtz-Covich has been elected Chair of the Board. Di was previously the Deputy Chair and brings a wealth of knowledge to the Board as a registered Certifying Plumber and Gasfitter. She has been a member of the Board since July 2016. In 2011, Di was presented with the Board’s Merit of Excellence Award for Gasfitting.

Di’s vision for the industry is one of continual growth and professional development which will enable tradespeople to keep up to date with industry trends and technological advancements. 

Barry Willcox has been elected as the new Deputy Chair. Barry is a registered Certifying Plumber and Gasfitter and has been with the Board since 2015. Barry is from Christchurch and has an in-depth understanding of the industry.