TOP CRU LIMITED
Meet the Team.
Never ones to run away from pitching in you'll find our two owners/directors Bryan and Neil on the job most days. Whilst General Manager Bruce and Office Manager Julie run behind the scenes ensuring everything runs smoothly. Our barrier installation crews are a dedicated and hardy bunch - working in all weather and traffic conditions to ensure the safety of NZ road users. Get to meet our team below and read a bit about what they bring to the table, guaranteeing you the best outcome for your projects.
The TOP CRU.
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our expertise.
BRYAN SHEPHERD : Director and Operations Manager
Set up TOP CRU in 2017 after 15 years in the civil construction industry. He estimates he has built in excess of 600km of guardrails and wire rope barriers over the years. Bryan also has substantial experience in fencing and civil works and holds both barrier design and installation qualifications. A dedication to customer satisfaction and living by our company motto of "do it once : do it right" has seen Bryan bring TOP CRU to the forefront of barrier installation in New Zealand.
NEIL SMITH : Director and Operations Supervisor
Neil came on board in 2019 bringing a lifetime of experience in farming and construction. Since then he has committed himself to learning all aspects of barrier installation. Neil holds all driver license classes and loves tinkering with machinery - so can often be found servicing our specialised equipment, keeping it in tip top shape.
BRUCE STEPHENS : General Manager
Joining in early 2021, Bruce brings extensive knowledge, technical experience and project management skills to TOP CRU. After spending many years working for NZ's leading road barrier suppliers Bruce jumped the fence (literally) and now uses his NZTA Barrier Design and Installation qualifications to ensure TOP CRU projects run smoothly
DONNA SMITH : Transport Manager
If it has an engine Donna can drive it! Donna holds all driver license classes and can regularly be seen driving anything from JEFF, our huge 11Tonne 1997 Ford Louisville Dump Truck to one of our 8 tonne Hitachi excavators. Donna's farming and construction background brings crucial experience to the TOP CRU family.
JULIE MORGAN-HUGHES : Office and SHEQ Manager
She doesn't like to admit it but after 30+ years administration management Julie (Julz) knows a thing or two about running an office. The challenge of also being given the role as TOP CRU Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Manager has seen us implement new H&S reporting software into our crews. We have also implemented new and extensive safety policies and procedures gaining TOP CRU a Sitewise 100% Gold Status for the coming 2022/23 year.
LUKE GUEST : Crew Foreman
Being our wire rope specialist is a badge that Luke wears masterfully. His can do attitude and willingness to take on any challenge has seen Luke rise to the position of Crew Foreman at TOP CRU. He holds his NZTA Barrier Installation Certification and brings over 5 years expertise to the table.
CHRIS WALTERS : Crew Foreman
After many years being part of the construction crews building bridges and concrete structures around the Waikato, Chris brings his extensive knowledge and over 6 years barrier installation experience to TOP CRU. Chris' dedication to quality workmanship sees him running the crew on one of our largest on-going projects - NX2 - the Puhoi to Warkworth roading corridor.
SCOTT SHEPHERD : BRYAN MURRAY : JORDAN HARRIS : KODI REYNOLDS :
Our Skilled Labour Workforce
There is a reason we are named TOP CRU and that is because over the years we have put together a team of skilled labourers who exceed the term Top Crew! Every one of our barrier installers has practical skills and knowledge that allow them to bring projects in on time, in all weather and hazardous traffic conditions.
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