Our People - Key staff
1M’s commitment to quality is enhanced, as the owners – all qualified, experienced engineers – are actively involved in the business.
Jeff Wright – General Manager, 1M
E: jeff.wright@1m.co.nz | M: 022 013 6677
Jeff is a trade qualified HVAC Engineer with over 40 years’ operations, project management and management experience in the HVAC industry in Australia and New Zealand.
Jeff has a proven track record of building and developing high performing teams and delivering successful multi-million dollar projects by creating a continuous improvement culture with his teams.
Nathan Fischer – National Commercial Manager
E: nathan.fischer@1m.co.nz | M: 027 265 2352
Nathan is a trade qualified HVAC and Refrigeration Engineer with over 28 years’ experience from Site Management, Commissioning and Estimating both in Australia and New Zealand. He has vast experience across hospital, pharmaceutical and commercial projects.
Byron Keppler – Head of HVAC Maintenance Services
E: byron.keppler@1m.co.nz | M: 021 360 110
Byron has over 16 years trade experience, having completed his apprenticeship and trade certification in the UK. Byron has a proven track record across the Auckland HVAC industry, effectively managing his team, optimizing resources and achieving delivery of projects on time and to budget.
Byron is currently focused on the development of the 1st Maintenance project and quoted service team.
Ilyas Eminoglu – Energy Management & Commissioning Manager
E: ilyas.eminoglu@1m.co.nz | M: 021 225 2792
Ilyas has a level 7 bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering verified by NZQA and over 15 years’ experience in commissioning HVAC systems. His expertise lies in understanding HVAC and BMS, including assessing project requirements and analyzing existing HVAC setups. His exceptional system analysis and problem-solving skills are highlighted when investigating and troubleshooting HVAC systems.
Ilyas has successfully led his team in commissioning projects, ensuring optimal performance and validating systems. His commitment extends to continuous upskilling of both himself and his team and driving excellence in Building Energy Management.
Heather Currie – Client Services Manager
E: heather.currie@1m.co.nz | M: 021 395 332
Heather leads our Account Management team with a focus on performance, customer satisfaction, and strategic growth. With a strong foundation in account management and more than 10 years experience in the HVAC industry, she oversees our Account Managers and Coordinators, ensuring they deliver exceptional service and build lasting client relationships.
She takes the lead in onboarding new clients, resolving escalations, and guiding key projects to successful outcomes, ensuring our customers receive tailored solutions that evolve with their needs.