Andrew Kittle

Andrew Kittle is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in project and infrastructure finance, currently serving as Director - Head of Project & Infrastructure Finance at Westpac New Zealand since December 2012. Key responsibilities include the origination and execution of significant projects, such as the Kowhai Park Solar Farm and various Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). Prior roles include Director - Loan Product, Associate Director - Structured Loans, and Associate Director - Infrastructure and Utilities, where Andrew specialized in debt financing and credit analysis across diverse sectors. Beginning a career in corporate finance as a Corporate Finance Analyst at Genesis Energy and later at Vector Limited and Ernst & Young, Andrew has developed strong expertise in financial modeling and valuations. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Commerce and a postgraduate diploma from the University of Otago, as well as a Master's in Business with Distinction from Massey University.