The Team at Central Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Ltd

Ken Rogers
Ken has worked with Central Refrigeration as Appliance Service Manager since 2001; he is a registered electrician with over 20 years experience in the industry. Ken is an assessor for ETITO apprenticeships and is also a capable Heat Pump installer.

Ken has a young family and enjoys supporting their many activities. He also is a keen cyclist and motorcyclist.


Darryl McKissock
Darryl began with Central Refrigeration in 2008, after moving back to the area with his family. He spent fifteen years in Australia as a Project Engineer.  Darryl is a Heat pump Technician and is part way through a three year electrical apprenticeship.

Darryl enjoys fishing, shooting and motorcycling whenever he gets the chance.


Shannon Morris
Shannon is a registered electrician and has worked with Central Refrigeration since 2003. As the Manager in our Wanaka branch Shannon is responsible for the quoting and installation of domestic and commercial projects in the Wanaka region.

Jackie Wilkinson
Jackie joined Central Refrigeration in 2007. As office assistant, Jackie is the first point of contact for our customers/clients making sure they are directed to the appropriate division.
Jackie enjoys gardening and spending time with her family.

Bruce Blackman
Bruce is one of the founding partners in the company. Being born and bred in Alexandra he is well and truly a “local”. With wife Janice and daughter Abby they enjoy living in Central Otago and utilizing the many outdoor activities available in the area.
Bruce is a bit of a “petrol head” enjoying anything to do with cars, motorbikes and boats.
Being sporting minded he can be found road cycling on the back lanes road central Otago regularly. Other interests include Food and wine [and Beer] and along with Janice and Abby enjoy travelling both nationally and internationally.

Bob Johnston
Bob along with Bruce is a founding partner in the company and has a wealth of refrigeration and air conditioning knowledge having been in the trade for some 44 years. Bob shifted to Alexandra 32 years ago to run the refrigeration division for the Central Otago Electric Power Board and has a great knowledge of the area and its requirements. Bob enjoys the outdoors and getting away in his motor home to explore New Zealand and find the best fishing spots. Bob also enjoys all types of motor sports, water sports and overseas travel.

Helen Duff
Helen joined Central Refrigeration in 1997 as an office administrator before moving into the Office Manger role.  Helen is responsible for the running of the office on a day to day basis.
Helen enjoys spending time with her young grandson and family.