I started as a Technical Officer in the dairy industry in 1993 after doing a degree in Chemical Engineering. I really wanted to work in an industry that is the backbone of industry in New Zealand. After working for a dairy cooperative for 5 years I decided to move into process engineering and project management as a contractor. This evolved into the founding of Techo Ltd as a vehicle to deliver the best turnkey dairy projects for clients.

As the Managing Director of Techo Ltd, I am responsible for the overall direction of the company. Often I will become involved in engineering projects as this is my passion.

Outside of work I love to fish, dive and snow ski as well as spend as much time as possible with my young family. As a family we love to travel and explore new places.

I'm a Process Engineer and Project Engineer and one of the Leaders at Techo Ltd. I received my honours degree in Chemical and Process Engineering from the University of Canterbury back in early 1999. I joined Techo Ltd in 2002 after several process optimisation, product development and operations roles within Fonterra and one of its precursors, Anchor Products.

What I love about Techo is our focus on quality engineering and quality projects and, with our wide array of skills, no two days are the same. We are small enough to react and tailor solutions but large enough to deliver a quality product repeatedly. No cookie cutters solutions here, we take time to develop a relationship and understand our client's needs before offering the "most correct solution".

I live in Auckland, with my wife, three daughters and (female) dog. Sucker for punishment... When I'm in Auckland there is always a netball game, hockey game, ballet show, gymnastics competition, swimming competition, or the myriad of trainings all over the city to ferry kids to or watch. In between time I enjoy family camping in the summer time and snow skiing in the winter. For quiet time I take the dog out for a run most mornings. I serve on the committee of the Eastern Suburbs Gymnastics Club and head up the subcommittee for building a new gym.

I have worked in various roles across a variety of industries in New Zealand, the U.K. and Japan. This has included designing the fire protection systems for the Aotea Centre in Auckland and later Canary Wharf in London, working as a site manager during the construction of a factory being built for Toyota Motors in the UK, designing fire protection systems and carrying out overseas project management in Nagoya, Japan and more recently selling enterprise level software as a service solutions to large corporates and government organisations in New Zealand.

My role at Techo is to ensure we have the systems and procedures in place required to ensure all projects are delivered to a standard that exceeds client expectations. Managing the Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental aspects of how we work are also critical.

Outside of work I mountain bike regularly and ride my dirt bike most weekends.

My role as construction manager is to oversee the construction and installation works on various projects. This role usually requires being based on-site for the duration of projects and includes management of subcontractors and suppliers, and working closely with clients to deliver a safe, high quality project. Prior to working with Techo I completed my trade as a Fabricator Welder which led to working on a large number of dairy, food and beverage and industrial projects around New Zealand.

When I'm not working I enjoy spending time with my wife and two young girls and riding trail bikes.

It was with great sadness that we learned that Zeb had passed away on September 16th 2023.

Zeb was diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease in mid-2021. Zeb maximised the time left to him while he was able, focusing on spending time with his family, wife Dana and daughters Phoebe and Kacie. Plus, being a lifelong dirtbike rider Zeb had things he still wanted to do, this included riding around the South Island on an adventure bike, which he did with the help of his close friend Jay, building more memories for both of them at the same time.

Zeb was more than just a workmate for several of us at Techo. As keen dirtbike riders ourselves we shared a common passion and over the years we managed to get out for the odd ride with Zeb. As all bike riders know, as soon as the helmet goes on the competition begins! Unfortunately Zeb was faster than any of us so it was always a job to chase him down, but that didn’t stop us trying!

When it came to work Zeb was a rare find; Someone who could talk to clients (although he was a man of few words, so maybe it was his cheeky grin that won them over...), establish what they needed to achieve and then develop and deliver a great project. His background and personality meant that he could truly relate with both clients and the contractors that delivered the work for him. Very few people are irreplaceable in any workplace, but as far as Techo are concerned Zeb is one of those people. The phrase “how do we clone Zeb?” has been said many times over the years!

Since Zeb was diagnosed with MND, and now with his passing, we have received numerous messages of shock and sadness at the news which reflect the positive impact Zeb had on everyone he worked with, including us.

Zeb fought to stay with his family for as long as he could but in the end MND wouldn’t be denied. Zeb you are, and will continue to be missed as both a friend and a colleague. We are lucky to have had you as part of the team. Rest in peace mate.

I specialise in project design, equipment procurement, and project management and regularly work across the full scope of a project, from scoping, costing and conceptual design works, through to budget development, detailed designs and project implementation and development.

Prior to coming to Techo I worked on industrial plant process control and automation in the Bay of Plenty area. I have worked at most Fonterra sites over the years, including one year spent at the Reporoa plant (which processes enough milk a day to make more than eight million flat whites!!) and another spent at the Hautapu plant, the plant responsible for making "pink gold" a.k.a lactoferrin, which is used in yoghurts, infant formula and health products.

I was born and bred in Tauranga and am now based in Papamoa. I have two teenage sons, both of whom attend Mount Maunganui College. We are all keen on mountain biking which is handy seeing as we live in such close proximity to some of the region's best mountain biking trails. I am also a keen motorbike rider and I split my riding time between my trials bike and my adventure bike.

I attended Massey University and completed a Bachelor of Technology degree in Food Technology, specialising in Food Engineering. I have extensive experience in the dairy industry including evaporation, pasteurisation, membrane technology and CIP, having been involved as a project/process engineer in large to small projects around the country over the last 25 years.

I've also spent over 9 years living and working in Singapore servicing the process engineering throughout South East Asia and China. I mostly worked in the fruit juice industry, beverage industry and sauce manufacture.

Born and bred in Auckland, and now based in Auckland with my wife and teenage daughter. Outside of work I'm a regular tennis player, mountain biker and sometime snow skier.

I’m a process engineer working out of the Hamilton Techo office. At Techo I’m involved in all stages of projects from process engineering design to site supervision and commissioning.

I started working in the dairy industry in 2010. Before joining Techo, I worked in various engineering and project management roles in the dairy industry

When I’m not at work I like growing vegetables, running and learning languages.

I completed my Engineering degree at the University of Auckland and acquired my Masters in Dairy Science and Technology from Massey University through Fonterra’s Technical Graduate Programme in 2017. After which I continued a career in manufacturing as an Engineering Project Manager and later as a People Manager at Fonterra. I am passionate about project delivery and infrastructure, with a key focus on water and wastewater systems.

My role at Techo is to deliver on Aotearoa’s growing need for safe, reliable and sustainable water and wastewater solutions in both the industrial and municipal spaces.

Based in Whangarei, I love the outdoors and spending time with my family and friends.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Management Studies (first-class honours) from the University of Waikato I started my career as an auditor for Deloitte. Whilst there I added chartered accountancy to my qualifications. Moving to Auckland in 2001, I further developed my experience in business, commercial and financial management.

My career has involved financial control and reporting, business performance optimisation, business strategy, business process modelling, change management, systems improvement and integration.

In my spare time I like to do anything on the snow or on/in the water. Oh, and have the odd glass of wine.

I have over 45 years experience in engineering drafting (both Manual & CAD) and have worked in the Pulp & Paper, Food, Dairy, Meat processing, Mining, Industrial Chemicals, and Materials Handling industries. Overseas experience includes working in the USA, UK, Australia and Indonesia. Responsibilities have included CAD Drafting, CAD management, marketing support, digital presentations, site supervision, material specifications, purchase requisitions, documentation, QA manuals & systems, proposals and tenders, and project and resource planning.

Here at Techo I am responsible for producing 2D & 3D drawings for the full range of projects that Techo delivers. This includes producing Piping & Instrument Diagrams, Site Equipment Plans, Plant & Piping Layouts, Silo & Tank Details and Platform Design & Details.

My other interests are CAD and graphic Design, freehand drawing, motorcycles, carpentry, music, reading and soccer.

Originally from Iran I have had a varied career which has included working as a supervisor in educational institutes, project manager in an engineering company and even as a Maths tutor.

My role at Techo includes producing 2D drawings, 3D modelling, P&ID drafting, Plant and Piping Layout and fabrication drawings. As part of this role I go to client sites and work with Techo's Engineers which gives me a clear understanding of the required outcomes of the project and how we are going to achieve them.

I love being involved in the community and have always been interested in the media. In my spare time I am a Production Team Leader/Presenter for Iranz Ava, an online show run by and for Iranian Kiwi's. The show celebrates Iranian culture in New Zealand and features Persian poetry, interviews and music. I find listening to music and podcasts to be a great way to chill but I'll never pass up the opportunity to participate in a social event or gathering.