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Welcome to Watts & Hughes Construction, your trusted partner for sustainable building practices in New Zealand.
With a commitment to preserving the environment, we specialize in construction techniques that minimize waste and optimize energy efficiency. From eco-friendly materials to cutting-edge technology, we bring the latest advancements in sustainable construction to every project.
Let’s build a greener future together with Watts & Hughes Construction.
Our Projects
Industry Leaders in Health and Safety
All workers are provided health & safety training as well as a H&S Manual. Ongoing training is provided as Continued Professional Development (CPD), in order to increases the individuals knowledge, understanding and experiences for their specific role within our organization.
Impeccable site safety record
By implementing the following, we have been able to maintain a brilliant safety record
Every project is catered to with site-specific management plans, refined by our internal HSE Manager and systematically monitored via monthly audits.
A requirement for all sub-contractors is to undergo stringent pre-qualification interviews and have some form of pre-qualification such as SiteWise.
All workers undergo site specific inductions and briefings related to that specific project.
Site safety is of paramount importance
Training reduces the risk
Sustainability
Watts & Hughes Construction is committed to sustainability through waste reduction, community engagement, hybrid fleet transition, energy and water conservation, and a commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050, emphasizing transparency and collaboration. These efforts are guided by our three pillars: planet, people, and prosperity, which are vital to our business.
Empowering Voices
Our commitment to staff feedback and annual surveys
What’s working well:
- Strong Relationships: Our emphasis on nurturing team relationships creates a close-knit family with shared goals and values.
- Meaningful Work: We recognize the importance of purposeful work, and our team’s passion and dedication drive our industry excellence.
- Increased Productivity: Our collective efforts have led to soaring productivity, and we’re maintaining this momentum.
Our survey prioritizes staff well-being, helping us address physical, mental, and emotional health. We’re a community dedicated to each other’s growth.
GHG Commitment
Greenhouse Gas Inventory audit and verified by Toitū Envirocare
This marks a significant step in our commitment to sustainability. As we set targets and work towards reducing our carbon footprint, our experience and knowledge in this field will continue to grow.
In New Zealand, there is a national commitment to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. We are fully aligned with this goal and are dedicated to playing our part. Currently, we are in our base year, and our focus is on reducing our carbon footprint to help keep global warming below 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Transparency is key to us. We believe in openly sharing our sustainability journey, including our challenges and successes. We invite you to join us on this path towards a more sustainable future.