Roger Devlin
Business info:
Roger Devlin Auto Electrical can be found in Greymouth, representing the Battery Town brand for the South Island’s West Coast. Roger has been in business here since 1979, so there’s not much Roger hasn’t seen. The business regularly deals with cars, trucks, bikes, industrial vehicles and equipment; of course being on a significant tourist route – plenty of campers too.
Tell me a little about yourself?
Roger is married to Irene, with family members Rhys (son) and Hannah (daughter) also working in the business. Furthermore, Roger’s grandson Emmitt also works in the business – Emmitt is credited with being able to hold a 10mm spanner at the age of 5 hours old (a bit earlier than 5 years!).
How long have you been in the Auto Electrical industry?
Roger has been working in the Auto Electrical industry for 39 years – since 1979.
How long have you been a part of Battery Town?
An original member, Roger has been with Battery Town since conception in 1999.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Roger is passionate about Battery Town, and he has the goal of wanting to represent the Battery Town’s in the rural / regional areas. Roger aims to help Battery Town members grow through helping them forge significant relationships to gain significant workflow.
Additionally, Roger is the President of the Indian Motorcyle club – known as the Indian Owners Register of New Zealand, and he is a key person involved in the organisation of the Greymouth Motorcycle Street Race, being in charge of the all important track safety.
