Rory Saunders

I first started with Revolve Electrical in February 2021, doing work experience every Friday while completing my electrical pre-trade studies at NorthTec until moving to Christchurch to complete my apprenticeship.

Since qualifying in early January 2025, I’ve been back working as a qualified tradesman with Revolve Electrical Solutions back in my hometown of Whangārei, NZ. Taking on a wide range of jobs, both residential and commercial—from switchboard upgrades, renovations, new builds, solar and heating and the full electrical fit-out of a few big projects, including Revolve Groups new office HQ. I’ve also been the electrical hand on a few solar installs and have learnt and am capable of installing residential heat pumps and ducted systems.

I completed my apprenticeship in Christchurch with Sharp Electrical, working on a wide range of projects across the city and picking up different skills from a variety of tradesmen. Coming from a smaller, more remote town like Whangārei, it was a great experience to be exposed to the pace and variety of work in a bigger city.