Meet the Team behind Filtration Canterbury
At Filtration Canterbury, our team brings together hands-on experience and genuine care for every customer we work with. We’re not just here to install your filtration system — we’re here for the long run. That means providing expert guidance, practical solutions, and ongoing support to help you maintain safe, high-quality water every day.
Richard Ellis
Founder & Filtration Specialist
With over 40 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, Richard brings technical expertise and practical insight to every project.
From dairy to brewing to advanced water treatment, his career has spanned industries and continents.
After specialised training in Germany, Australia, and New Zealand, Richard now leads our mission to deliver safe, high-quality water filtration systems across New Zealand.
Nicole Hay
Customer Service, Dispatch & Marketing
Meet Nicole — the friendly voice on the phone and your first point of contact. She specialises in residential filtration and helps customers choose the right system for their homes. Nicole also manages our dispatch and brings creativity to our social media.
Colin Rayner
Senior Water Technician
Colin specialises in commercial, industrial, and rural water systems. With a strong technical background and sharp attention to detail, he plays a key role in designing and supporting reliable, high-performance filtration solutions. Colin stays up to date with the latest compliance standards.
