Young Energy Professional of the Year
This award recognises an emerging leader under the age of 40 who has demonstrated exceptional professional achievement and contribution to New Zealand's energy sector.
Sponsored by
Ben Gerritsen
First Gas
winner
Young Energy Professional of the Year
New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards 2019
Ben Gerritsen is playing a pivotal role in shaping New Zealand's energy sector. Through intellectual acumen and sound leadership and communication skills, he is successfully bringing together energy sector stakeholders and customers to lead regulatory change, and helping navigate First Gas through multi-million dollar acquisitions and growth. A young professional with vision and passion, Ben's selfless, collaborative approach, and sense of 'team' are getting results and proving vital in the success of New Zealand's largest owner and operator of gas networks.