Ko Wai Au - About Us

Ko Wai Ao - About Us 

He Tāngata – Our Purpose Begins With People

He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngata. What is the most important thing in the world? It is people.

This whakataukī is the foundation of our business. At Kāhui Pakihi o DNI, people come first — our staff, our customers, our communities. Everything we do is shaped by relationships, trust, and genuine care for those we serve.

David began this kaupapa over 12 years ago for his whānau. Today, that same passion drives a new evolution: a bi‑lingual Māori/English business model designed to uplift our whānui Māori and anyone seeking excellence in electrical services, consultancy, and compliance.

Kaitiakitanga – Environmental Responsibility

As Tāngata Whenua, we embrace our role as Kaitiaki o te Whenua (Guardians of the Land). Sustainability is woven into our operations. We actively reduce environmental impact by using recyclable packaging and products wherever possible, and by minimising waste to protect our natural resources.

Ko Wai Mātou – Kāhui Pakihi o DNI

Kāhui Pakihi o DNI is a kaupapa Māori owned and operated group specialising in electrical services, compliance, and certification. Our business units include:

  • DNI Electrical – Electrical Installation, Maintenance & Contracting
  • RMH Technical – Electrical Inspection, Compliance & Training
  • BiCert – Electrical Certification (coming soon, fully bilingual)

This is only the beginning — our whānau is growing, and exciting developments are on the horizon.

Ko Wai Mātou – Kaimahi

Our team is passionate, skilled, and committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for every customer and community we work with.

Management Team

  • David (Ngāpuhi) — 30+ years in the electrical industry Kaitohu / Mataitanga Hiko (Director / Electrical Inspector)
  • Natalie (Ngāti Kahungunu) Kaiwhakahaere Tari (Office Manager)
  • Izabella (Tainui, Ngāti Whātua, Ngāti Porou) Kaiaka Auaha (Creative Lead)

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