Source: Master Plumbers Gasfitters and Drainlayers
Wellington’s Jason Brown Plumbing & Gas has been named the 2025 New Zealand Master Plumber of the Year, recognising their outstanding contribution to the plumbing industry, excellence in business practice, and commitment to community service.
This top national award was presented at the New Zealand Plumbing Awards ceremony on Friday 2 May, held this year in Brisbane.
Founded in 2005 by Jason and Kirstie Brown, the family business has grown from humble beginnings into a trusted name in Wellington regions’ plumbing sector. Their reputation for professionalism, quality workmanship and strong community ties stood out to the judges, earning them this top national honour.
“Jason Brown Plumbing & Gas represents the very best of our industry – skilled, trusted, and deeply committed to their community,” said Master Plumbers Chief Executive Greg Wallace.
“Jason and Kirstie exemplify the values we strive for across our membership, setting a high standard for quality work, business leadership and customer care,” says Mr Wallace.
At the heart of the business is Jason, a Certifying Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer, who has built a team culture focused on quality, integrity and service excellence. Every job is approached with meticulous attention to detail, earning the business a loyal client base that values their friendly, honest and dependable service.
The team is particularly proud of their work on the Wellington residence picked for the Master Builders 2024 National Supreme House of the Year.
Beyond the tools, Jason has made a strong impact at the local level, supporting schools, sports teams and community initiatives – reinforcing their commitment to giving back to the region that has supported their growth.
The business’s steady growth reflects a strong focus on professional development and resilience. Diversification into specialised drainage services has added further strength, ensuring stability through economic challenges.
With Jason’s natural ability to mentor and empower people, training the next generation of tradespeople remains a key priority, with hands-on apprenticeships and in-house leadership development workshops helping to build a skilled, confident workforce for the future.
Winning the 2025 New Zealand Master Plumber of the Year Award is a fitting recognition of Jason Brown Plumbing & Gas’s continued excellence, innovation, and community spirit.
Master Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers NZ Inc (Master Plumbers) is the national membership organisation for plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying businesses, with 18 regional Associations and Branches across New Zealand. Companies go through a Quality Assurance programme in order to become a member. We provide members with a wide range of resources and training opportunities to support them in staying up with the latest technologies, products and compliance requirements. We advocate on behalf of our members and our industry.
Masterlink, a group training scheme owned by Master Plumbers, provides managed mentored apprenticeships across New Zealand, with Regional Managers supporting the apprentices and the businesses who host them during their training.
NZ Plumber is the award-winning, bi-monthly magazine for New Zealand’s plumbers, gasfitters and drainlayers. It is owned by Master Plumbers.
