President’s Meritorious Award

This year’s worthy recipient is Peter Hutson

The President’s Meritorious Award is presented by the IRHACE President to a person or member who has served the Institute during the year in an exemplary manner and is deserving of recognition. First presented in 1991, this award has been setup up to recognise the effort and time put in by members and non-members to the Institute and allows the President to recognise these efforts.

The award in 2024 goes to Peter Hutson.

Pete’s commitment to education is evident in his role as the Regional Training Manager at Black Diamond Technologies (BDT) where he imparts knowledge through various courses across New Zealand. His reputation in the industry is a testament to his extensive technical knowledge and unwavering commitment to fostering a well-trained, competent, and compliance workforce in New Zealand.

He currently serves on the Standards Committee EL056 Room Air Conditioners and is involved in the review of the NZ/AS Code of Practice. A member of IRHACE for 31 years, he was awarded a Fellow achievement in 2014 for outstanding service in the advancement of the Society.

“A well-deserved recipient of this year’s President’s Meritorious Service Award. Pete’s willingness to assist others with his technical knowledge and he is highly committed to his field within our professional community,” says Phil Mohan, IRHACE president.