Our water management team are fully qualified and continually trained to offer you the best customer service possible. We participate in professional development facilitated by industry specialists and maintain membership with Irrigation New Zealand. Safety is our number one priority and influences our everyday actions.
We are proud members of our local community and are always happy to assist wherever possible. As locals to the area, the team are aware of weather patterns, soil types, water contaminates and other vital areas of knowledge that assist with delivering sustainable and efficient solutions.
In 2019 the West Coast team won New Zealand Think Water Franchise of the Year for their commitment to quality customer service, best practices in business and demonstrated ability in water management.
COLIN THOMAS
Managing Director and Owner
Colin is a qualified plumber and gasfitter with first-hand experience in filtration, pumping and irrigation products and application. He is a member of the Think Water New Zealand Board and has industry experience that spans more than 10 years.
SANDRA THOMAS
Managing Director and Owner
Sandra is a qualified legal executive and handles the day to day office administration for Think Water West Coast.
KIERAN LOWE
Operations Manager/2IC
Kieran has extensive experience in the service and installation of power tools, pumps, irrigation and filtration systems. His mechanical troubleshooting skills are second to none and regardless of new or old systems, Kieran has the experience to manage the process and deliver a solution.
STEVEN GROOME
Service Technician
Steve services and installs pumps, irrigation and filtration systems. His knowledge and experience with power tools of all kinds mean he has the experience to troubleshoot the problem and repair or replace parts as needed. Steve is your go-to man for all things mechanical.
AARON SHEEHAN
Parts and Service Coordinator
Aaron has over 30 years of retail experience including 25 of those years in the automotive industry. He has spent the past 14 years working in parts sales and service, specialising in outdoor power equipment. Aaron’s job consists of overseeing the workshop, ordering parts and assisting the guys in the workshop. When Aaron is not in the building, he is out on the road visiting customers, dropping off or collecting equipment for the workshop.
TONY TEASDALE
Service Technician
ALEX MCCANN
Retail Store Supervisor
AMY MAHUIKA
Water Cooler Servicing