our story
the team at Galvanising HB are here to help
delivering your service expectations
We are a passionate and dedicated crew who have over 20+ years’ experience collectively.
Stuart, owner and co-founder, has been involved with the galvanising industry for over 35 years.
Training is important to our whole team and they have worked hard to up-skill to ensure they have the skillset needed to deliver against service expectations. In addition, there is a continuous improvement program in place which provides the opportunity to learn more about the business and the galvanising industry as they advance in their careers as galvanisers.
Galvanising is a unique skillset and Stuart has created a training program for his team setting them apart from much of their competition. Its important to him that every member of his team understands and has an in-depth knowledge of the galvanising process.
Consider us as an extension of your company and your project, as we’d like the experience to be seamless and to feel as if we were part of the team.
Meet Some of Team GHB
David Armitage
HT Client & Service Representative
david.a@galvanising.co.nz
021 359 777
“Without our customers, there’s no galvanising. We’re here to help make their products even better, so they can grow their businesses. That’s what makes my work rewarding.”
Known for his friendly demeanour and dedication to customers, Dave plays a key role in GHB’s ongoing success and continuous improvement. Dave’s relationship with GHB began in 2012 when he joined as a Plant Engineer. With over 20 years of experience as a small motors mechanic, including running his own shop and managing one in Western Australia. Dave brought a wealth of expertise to the team. After several years abroad, he returned to Napier in early 2019 and reconnected with GHB.
Dave’s connection with the business gives him a unique perspective on its evolution. “The company has come a long way”, he says. “With better systems and faster processing times, we’ve made huge strides in recent times”.
Marsh Berkett
HT Client & Service Representative
marsh.b@galvanising.co.nz
021 484 841
“Positive feedback from customers makes my job really rewarding, and after 15 years, I’m proud to be part of a team dedicated to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.”
Marsh is one of our longest-standing drivers, a trusted mentor, and all-round good guy. His varied background spans continents, industries, and decades, making him a valuable asset to both the team at GHB and the customers he serves.
His career took him overseas in the early 1990s, including working across Scandinavia, where he honed the expertise he now shares with colleagues and customers.
In 2010, Marsh joined Galvanising Hawke’s Bay and over a decade later, he remains a cornerstone of the team, combining his on-the-road delivery work with mentoring and supporting the plant’s operations. Marsh thrives on helping customers succeed, whether by ensuring smooth delivery services or advising on galvanising processes.
Rowan Huxford
HT Client & Service Representative
rowan.h@galvanising.co.nz
021 359 556
“The team here is big enough to get the job done right, but small enough to stay focused on what really matters – our customers.”
Rowan is an experienced industry professional with a knack for helping customers achieve their goals. Rowan’s journey to Galvanising Hawkes Bay is built on decades of hands-on experience, a strong work ethic and a passion for customer service.
Originally a qualified car painter by trade, Rowan has spent 33 years as a volunteer firefighter, balancing his time between his firefighting support and running his own sandblasting, powder coating and painting business for 25 years. His wealth of experience in surface preparation and coatings gives him a unique perspective that he brings to his customer interactions.
Rowan is excited to continue growing his Wellington and Eastern Waikato regions and contributing to GHB’s reputation for quality and service.
Peter Nielsen
HT Client & Service Representative
peter.n@galvanising.co.nz
021 359 111
“As a company, I think we’re in a great place. GHB is becoming a real force in the industry, and in recent years has made large inroads into continuous improvements as well as building a unique customer-centric model.”
Pete Nielsen is the friendly face of GHB’s Bay of Plenty run, a role he’s embraced with enthusiasm and skill since joining the company in 2020. With over 15 years of experience in the galvanising industry, including roles in dipping, preparation, and delivery, Pete’s true passion has always been out on the road behind the wheel and in front of customers.
“Trucks have always been in my blood,” Pete says. That passion made joining GHB an easy decision when he learned about the opportunity through a chance conversation with Marsh. Pete values the family-oriented culture of GHB, where decisions are made quickly and directors are closely involved with day-to-day operations.
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