Balclutha
2A Elizabeth Street,
Balclutha 9230
Phone: 03 418 3851
Email: balclutha@cowley.co.nz
Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
About Us
Staying True to Our Roots
Built on Trust, Driven by People
With branches in Gore, Balclutha, and Mosgiel, Cowley serves clients across the South. While we’re proud of our agricultural roots, we’ve grown into a trusted name for large-scale infrastructure, council, and industrial projects. Our team is more than a workforce—it’s one family, united by shared experience, pride in our work, and the history that has shaped Cowley over generations. Every tradesperson, engineer, and technician backs each other, shows up when it counts, and always does the job right. We’ve built our reputation on doing things the right way—with integrity, reliability, and respect—and our management team is proud to carry those values forward in every part of the business.
What sets us apart?
- Multidisciplinary capability under one roof
- End-to-end delivery—from planning to maintenance
- 24/7 emergency support with local teams always on call
- Collaborative, straight-talking approach
- A deep knowledge of our region and its challenges
Meet the Management team
Jared Cowley
Managing Director
Cowley is more than just a business to me—it’s family.
I’m passionate about taking Cowley forward, not just through great service and smart solutions, but by growing with the incredible team around me. They’re not just colleagues—they’re extended members of the Cowley family. Together, we’re building something we’re proud of, every single day.
James Taylor
Director
I enjoy leading project teams and finding smart solutions that keep things moving. I’m big on clear communication, solid planning, and making sure everyone gets home safe. At Cowley, we’re all about delivering quality work with a strong team behind it—and I’m proud to be part of that.
Janine Ogden
Financial Manager
With over 20 years in the dairy and electrical trade, I’m passionate about keeping the numbers sharp and the processes smooth. I care about accuracy, clear communication, and working well with our customers and subcontractors—especially on the rural and council projects that keep our region ticking.
Jasmine Finch
Project Manager
I love to make things happen. With a background in project management and a focus on clear communication, I help keep everything moving in the right direction on time and with purpose. I’m committed to fostering strong relationships, resolving issues before they become roadblocks, and ensuring that both our team and clients feel supported throughout the process.
Nicola Law
Balclutha Branch Manager
I bring leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving to help our team achieve great results. With a background in banking and media, I draw on a broad skill set to support our customers and community every day.
Murray Wood
Gore Branch Manager
I take a practical, hands-on approach to leadership. With a background in engineering and sheep and beef farming, my career progression into management has given me a strong understanding of both technical delivery and team dynamics. I focus on delivering the right solutions for our customers—balancing quality, communication, and long-term value across every project.
Jenni McGillen
Mosgiel Branch Manager
I thrive on keeping things positive, well organised, and running smoothly, and I really enjoy building a strong, supportive team around me.
With a background in agriculture and engineering parts, I’ve got a solid, hands-on understanding of parts management. At the end of the day, it’s about backing our people and making sure our clients get the right solution, every time.
Our Partners
Waikato Milking Systems
At Cowley, we’re proud to be your local agents for Waikato Milking Systems—leaders in smart, durable dairy technology. From full shed setups to upgrades and automation, we supply, install, and service a wide range of Waikato products tailored to your farm’s needs. Whether you’re building from scratch or improving your current system, our experienced team is here to help you make the right call.
We also offer certified MPTA milking machine testing, scheduled servicing, and reliable breakdown support to keep your operation running smoothly. With Cowley and Waikato Milking Systems, you get trusted gear, expert advice, and local service you can count on. Let’s talk about how we can help future-proof your dairy shed.
FILTEC
We partner with FILTEC to deliver safe, reliable water treatment solutions for homes, farms, and businesses across Southland and Otago. Whether you’re on rainwater, bore water, or town supply, FILTEC offers proven systems for both drinking and non-drinking needs—including UV filtration, pump integration, and complete property setups.
Our team handles installation, servicing, and system upgrades to ensure long-term performance and peace of mind. With trusted equipment, smart design, and local support, FILTEC solutions help protect your water quality now and into the future.
