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TEAM
JOHN
FENWICK
+64 21 271 5659
MANAGING DIRECTOR – JOHN FENWICK is our hands-on owner. He’s involved in everything from designing large-scale pallet racking solutions for our clients, to keeping things running smoothly and building solid relationships. The best thing about this job? Solving our clients’ storage problems and seeing the end result really contribute to their business.
Prior to PRS, John held senior management roles with several nationwide freight and logistics businesses. When not doing the job he loves, you’ll find John running after his kids or hitting the ski slopes.
ANTONY
STRAKA
+64 21 901 616
SALES DIRECTOR – ANTONY STRAKA spends his days out of the office in the market with clients. The customer contact is the highlight of his role, and he takes great pride in providing quality products and dedicated service.
With a Post Graduate Diploma in Business, Antony has been involved in the freight and logistics industry since 1995, and started PRS in 2010. When he’s not looking after our clients, Antony likes to escape with the family to the coast.
TIM
McMIKEN
+64 21 914 649
GENERAL MANAGER OF OPERATIONS – TIM McMIKEN started with PRS as an installer and has worked his way up through the business as the install manager, warehouse manager, and account manager to our GM of operations. This impressive experience has given Tim a pedigree that few in the racking industry can boast.
Tim loves a challenge and enjoys working with the capable team around him to achieve success for our clients. His role is to focus on the team’s operational capabilities to ensure our customers are delivered a great product on time – every time!
When Tim is not driving success at work, he is often found at his local gym, letting off some steam before watching a rugby game with his family.
JOHN
COCHRANE
+64 21 993 147
SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER – JOHN COCHRANE keeps busy with organising and completing client orders and managing successful projects, as well as supporting our key accounts. John has been involved hands on in racking since 1993, and joined our growing team in 2016.
Ultimately, customer satisfaction is what gets him out of bed in the morning, but John also enjoys working with a great team and learning something new every day. On weekends John likes to spend a little quality time with his wife and three kids on their lifestyle property, occasionally sneaking off for a peaceful fishing expedition.
JONNY
HART
+64 21 204 8633
ACCOUNT MANAGER – BAY OF PLENTY – JONNY HART joined PRS in September 2021 and has been working within the racking industry since 2018. He enjoys the challenge of creating smart solutions for his customers, as well as the regular face-to-face customer contact.
With a passion for surfing, Jonny grabs any opportunity he can to get into the water. He has been known to catch very early morning waves before hitting the road to meet his customers!
ADAM
WADE
+64 21 432 224
SOUTH ISLAND MANAGER – ADAM WADE has recently made the move to Christchurch to lead our South Island operations, following a stint working in the Operations team at our Head Office. Adam brings years of experience to his new role across a range of industries including construction and farming.
Adam’s interests outside of work include playing the guitar, kung fu and travel – and of course the Crusaders…
ANDREW
GREEN
+64 21 991 616
ACCOUNT MANAGER – SOUTH ISLAND – ANDREW GREEN manages the sales of new and used products, and oversees the installs in the South Island. Andrew has been involved in racking and shelving since 1996.
Andrew loves solving a client’s storage needs and looking back at a challenging project knowing the team went above and beyond.
A dedicated family man, Andrew spends his days off hanging out with his wife and two sons, playing lawn bowls, walking or maintaining the family home.
KAT
WYMER
+64 22 417 0163
SALES & MARKETING SUPPORT – KAT WYMER has years of experience in sales, as a PA, and in administration roles, which is lucky as she really is the office all-rounder.
As one of the first people to greet you in the Auckland office, our customers love Kat’s contagious smile, and the team loves her willingness to turn her hand to whatever needs doing.
Kat enjoys supporting the busy nationwide sales team and the creative side of marketing. She also loves a challenge and finds something new to learn every day!
On summer weekends, you can find Kat relaxing in the Coromandel, with winter spent on the side-line of the rugby field, watching her sons play.
JONIE
NORTJE
+64 9 239 1601
ADMINISTRATOR – JONIE NORTJE is our finance administrator extraordinaire! Working with us has been her first role since immigrating from South Africa with her family.
Working alongside the GM of Operations, Jonie manages all of the administrative and accounting duties for all branches, which is no mean feat with a team as busy as ours.
Jonie previously worked in a variety of industries including medical, retail and finance.
Outside of work, Jonie is busy running around with her two young boys and exploring her new home country. She also loves to create things and is quietly hooked on her Cricut machine, which keeps her sane in her house full of boys.
CHELSEA
GEMMELL
+64 21 243 1673
BUILDING CONSENT ADMINISTRATOR – CHELSEA GEMMELL previously worked as a contracts manager for a construction company. She brings a wealth of consenting knowledge and exceptional planning skills to the role.
With Chelsea’s expertise, dedication and warm personality, she ensures our clients receive professional and exceptional service for all their building consent needs.
Chelsea’s passion is travel and her most valued treasure is her delightful daughter. Chelsea and her family live in a peaceful location on the Awhitu Peninsula.
JAYDEN
HARKIN
+64 21 595 778
INSTALLATION MANAGER – JAYDEN HARKIN has a strong practical understanding of installations and what it takes to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality results for our clients. With 14 years of hands-on experience within the racking industry, Jayden has worked his way up from the tools to leading crews on-site, and more recently, has stepped into the role of Installation Manager. Previously a Team Leader on a wide range of projects, Jayden is known for his calm approach, strong work ethic, and ability to keep projects running smoothly.
Jayden is passionate about anything with an engine. Whether it’s racing cars or working on cars, motorsport is a big part of his life. When he’s not working, Jayden enjoys spending quality time with his young family.
JOHN
VAN EEDEN
+64 21 091 5114
AUDIT MANAGER – JOHN VAN EEDEN is an experienced Racking Inspector with many audits completed nationwide. John holds a Diploma in Logistics, with years of industry experience having held senior roles within distribution and warehousing.
When not at work he enjoys time with family and friends, often escaping to the peace of the NZ bush to unwind.
MELANIE
FORD
+64 21 971 215
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER – MELANIE FORD recently joined PRS in the newly created role of Financial Controller, bringing with her over 30 years of invaluable experience across chartered accountancy firms and in-house company positions. Originally from the UK, Melanie holds an NZ Accounting Diploma and has a solid background in financial management. Her expertise ensures PRS remains financially sound as we continue to grow and deliver exceptional service.
Outside of work, Melanie enjoys life on her lifestyle block, where she spends time with her family and friends. She’s passionate about riding horses and walking her dogs. Married with five children, Melanie balances her busy life with a love for red wine and chocolate – her perfect way to unwind!