We Work With The Best In The Industry
Tasj Paulson
Gisborne Hydraulic Services Limited
Director / General Manager
NZFPA Chairman
Tasj has worked in this industry for the past 25 years. Although not “on the tools” but being part of the growth of GHS has given her insight into what makes this industry dynamic and innovative. Seeing where the pain points are for the industry, like attracting people, training and retention is what pushed her into finding and connecting the right people to get the industry a NZQA level qualification.
NZFPA being an integral part of the newly formed qualification. Tasj is utilising her strengths in organisation and motivation to give the NZFPA a solid foundation to grow and futureproof this incredible industry that is fluidpower.
Jordon Adams
Kona Projects Limited
Director
NZFPA Vice Chairman
Jordon began his career in stainless steel fabrication, introducing him to the world of engineering. An opportunity arose to work in the hydraulic field, and while not really knowing what to expect, he grew a passion for the industry. Jordon has since worked for multiple hydraulic businesses in the North Island, gaining valuable experience and learnings at each one.
Seeing the huge need for skilled fluid power technicians motivates Jordon to contribute to the NZFPA, to help others enter this fulfilling career path and improve the standard of technicians and engineers in New Zealand.
When not involved in the industry, you’ll find Jordon spending time with his family and children, or exploring New Zealand’s fantastic skate parks.
Garth Woodhouse
Hydraulink Fluid Connectors Ltd
Technical Trainer/Product Specialist
NZFPA Executive Committee Member
Garth has worked in the Fluid Power (Hydraulics) industry for the past 50 years. During this time Garth has been involved in servicing, development, engineering, manufacturing and training.
Garth is passionate about our industry, particularly in the area of training and therefore was pleased at the recent introduction of an NZQA approved Fluid Power qualification.
Garth is looking forward to working with his fellow members of the NZFPA executive to build an association that will support and grow the industry.
Chris Bourke
Pirtek New Zealand Limited
Chief Executive Officer
NZFPA Executive Committee Member
Chris has been working within the fluid transfer industry for over 30 years both in Australia and New Zealand. Chris initially started in the industrial hose and fitting market and then moved to the hydraulic hose industry when he commenced working for Pirtek in Australia in 1998. Chris has worked for Pirtek for a total of 24 years with the past 13 years at Pirtek New Zealand.
Like all of our NZFPA Committee Members, Chris is motivated to introduce qualifications to our vital industry to ensure all people involved are kept safe and the Fluid Power Industry is recognised as a vital and exciting career platform.
Shane Brookland
Scarlett Hydraulics
Chief Executive Officer
NZFPA Treasurer
From a start in internal sales progressing through technical sales and design into management, the size and scale of the hydraulics industry has kept me captivated now. I have had over 31 years of service to Scarlett Hydraulics.
The real enjoyment is seeing the various faces in the industry develop knowledge and skill both within my company and others we interface with, whilst being involved in some very technical projects and designs.
The NZFPA should be a vehicle to assist the development of knowledge and safe working practices, this is the aspect I am happy to be engaging with within the group and also with NZQA for meaningful outcomes and content.
Colin Mc Dowell
Hydrapower Systems
General Manager
Committee Member
Colin started in the industry with CWF Hamilton in 1980 and worked for Vickers/ Eaton in Australia & NZ until 2017 as the NZ Country Manager. After several years in the dark art of cloud computing he returned to the Hydraulic Industry and manufacturing with Hydrapower Systems.
Over the years NZ Fluid Power organisations have provided world class examples of innovation and quality systems, and I believe NZFPA will help accelerate this going forward by elevating awareness and knowledge of this exciting industry.
Kathy Shailer
Hyspecs
South Island Branch Manager
Secretary
Kathy has been a part of the fluid power industry through Hyspecs since the year 2000, with roles that have been an active part of the growth, change and expansion of the company including its establishment in Australia. She has a belief and passion in people and building strong, skilled teams that will leave a lasting impact on the industry.
Having spent time in and around industry and as a part-owner and director, Kathy sees a need for change and a better awareness of the fluid power industry. She sees the need for the industry to not only increase its skill and safety standards, but a real need to attract young talent to it. The establishing of a recognised qualification is a big part of this, she believes, along with fluid power companies working together to create a better awareness of what amazing opportunities the industry can offer.
No matter the season, when she is not at work, you will find Kathy hiking or running somewhere in the South Island, with a particular love of the Southern Alps.