Our Kiwi team is our greatest asset
Econair started with just four hard-working staff. Today, we are the recognised leader in HVAC and refrigeration in New Zealand, with a team of 30 dedicated full-time staff.
We hire friendly experts who explain things clearly and help you get the services you need.
Management Team
Tim Blomfield
Founder & Managing Director
Tim has 46 years of experience in refrigeration and HVAC. Tim started Econair in 1986 and continues to head the management team.
Tim brings his exceptional skills in business, HSQE and performance management to every client job. He is Trade Certified in HVAC and Refrigeration; Electrical Service Technician Certificate and IQP. He also serves on the Advisory Board for the Competenz Industry Training Organisation (ITO).
Terry Jamieson
Director
Terry’s 43 years of refrigeration and HVAC experience began with on-the-ground work. This operational experience provided him with the technical knowledge to support our technicians and ensure our clients get the meaningful reporting they need. Terry is a pro at client-relationship management. He also completed an apprenticeship in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.
Alan Drake
Director
Alan is a founding director of Econair and heads our Projects Department. He has over 48 years of experience working in HVAC design and construction.
Alma Mahmic-Kadusic
Director
Alma has over 17 years of experience in HVAC design and construction. She provides design and project management across every job at Econair. Alma holds a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (BE) and Master of Engineering (MEng).
John Wade
Project Manager
John has 20 years of refrigeration and HVAC experience. He joined Econair 15 years ago as a technician, and was promoted to Project Manager in 2019. John holds a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, an Electrical Service Technician Certificate, and a Trades certificate.
Hannah Evans
Admin Manager
Hannah helps things run smoothly at Econair. She has 15 years of experience working across admin and office management roles in Controls and HVAC. She joined the Econair team in 2015.
Our Technicians
Our technical team allows us to offer our customers a full range of in-house capabilities. We believe in quality and have expert technicians in HVAC and refrigeration system design, installation and commissioning, as well as maintenance and servicing. Our team members have the skills to meet your requirements.
A number of our technical staff boast over 30 years of top-tier experience. We also promote ongoing professional development, so our technical team stays up-to-date on industry best practice and the latest technology.
Subcontractors
The Econair Project Department partners with hand-selected subcontractors, including BMS and pipe fitting companies. Our subcontractors work under the Econair umbrella, and fully comply with our extensive health & safety regulations. We actively invest in these working relationships, which extend over thirty-four years.
Want to work with us?
If you are looking for work in HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical services, we would love to discuss opportunities with the right people. We invest in career growth and personal development through training, coaching and empowerment.