Waitomo District Council, as the sole shareholder of Inframax Construction Limited (ICL), is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Kay to the Board of Directors, effective 1 November 2025. This appointment follows a rigorous recruitment process.

Jonathan Kay brings a wealth of experience and expertise in New Zealand’s energy and infrastructure sectors. With a background as a process engineer in some of the country’s largest energy-consuming facilities, his involvement in the energy sector spans over three decades, including senior roles at Vector, Landis+Gyr, and Unison Networks.

In his current governance roles, Jonathan serves as Chair of Waipa Networks Limited and holds directorships at Network Waitaki Limited, Whitestone Contracting Limited, and Counties Energy Limited, underscoring his deep understanding of infrastructure, technology, and strategic oversight.

Mayor John Robertson commented, “Jonathan will bring robust commercial acumen, strategic insight, and governance strength to the Inframax board. His extensive experience in regional infrastructure and utility governance will be invaluable as ICL continues to deliver essential services to our district and the wider region.”

Mr Kay commented, “I feel privileged to be joining the Inframax Board. The company fulfils a vital role as a trusted infrastructure partner for the King Country community, and I look forward to working with my fellow directors to support and grow the business.”

Waitomo District Council welcomes Jonathan Kay to his new role and looks forward to his contributions to the future success and leadership of Inframax Construction Limited.”