Council
20 December, 2024
Celebrating decades of work
Somerset Regional Council celebrated the achievements and dedication of 17 team members at its annual Service Recognition Ceremony on December 12.
The ceremony recognised milestone years for Council staff.
Celebrating an impressive 30 years with Council was Thomas Varney, Supervisor Construction and Maintenance.
Mr Varney began his extensive career with Somerset Regional Council as a labourer before joining the bridge crew, the bitumen crew and finally the construction and maintenance crew.
“The whole lot’s been an experience and a highlight to me,” Mr Varney said.
“I actually enjoy doing what I do, the different roles that I have to do now is probably keeping me motivated.”
Mr Varney said he enjoyed mentoring new team members coming through Council.
“Seeing some younger people come through, and then teaching them, and seeing the people they become after that is really rewarding,” he said.
Over in the workshop, Peter Heath has seen many changes in his 25 years with Somerset Regional Council.
“When I first came, it was a real challenge because a lot of things weren’t in place, and I had to change a lot of things around and set a lot of procedures up,” Mr Heath said.
Somerset Regional Council CEO Andrew Johnson thanked the 17 team members for their many years of hard work.
“Our team is dedicated to keeping Somerset beautiful, prosperous and resilient, and they do a wonderful job,” he said.
