Meet the DGM team
Sam Wright
General Manager
Sam first started with DGM in March, 1998 and after a stint overseas came back to DGM as the General Manager in 2011. Sam brings a wealth of knowledge to the DGM team.
Russell Hay
Training Manager
You’ll see Russell in the classroom more than in the office, but he knows the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations like the back of his hand. Read more about Russell here.
Ethan Stewart
Operations Manager and Trainer
Ethan has been with the company since 2008, and this wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry ensures your consignments are met with 100% compliance.
Paislee Adams
Administration Manager
Paislee joined the team in 2011 after completing a BBS and BRS in Hawkes Bay. She is responsible for the administration team, inventory production, orders, exports and our website.
Kimberley Soon
Sales Executive
Most our clients will know Kim as she heads door to door to say hello (sometimes with donuts in hand). If you’d like a sample of products give her a call and she’ll stop by.
Touzelle Batkin
Trainer
Touzelle facilitates a variety of courses including the DGH course, IMDG course, IATA Dangerous Goods, Infectious Substances course and RACA course. Learn more about Touzelle here.
Barbara Howarth
Training Administrator
Barbara joined DGM mid-2017 and has quickly become an invaluable part of the Training department. If you’re interested in booking onsite training she’s the one you’ll want to talk to.
Joela McLean
Training Administrator
Joela joined the team in 2018 coming from a background in Museum cataloging. If you’re interested in booking scheduled training she can assist you with your requirements (in English or Maori).
Ryan Watson
Dangerous Goods Specialist
As Ethan’s right hand man, Ryan has become an integral part of the Operations team ensuring our clients can relax when it comes to arranging their DG consignments for export.
Shelly Giesen
Dangerous Goods Specialist
Shelly’s interest with dangerous goods started back at the New Zealand Defence Force. You’ll see her out and about on the road with Thomas.
Thomas Richards
Dangerous Goods Specialist
Thomas may be the newest member of the Dangerous Goods Management team but he’s quickly getting up to speed with the help of Ryan and Shelly. You’ll see him out on the road daily.
John Bambrough
Warehouse Operator
John’s quickly become a key part of the inventory team and keeps us all in line with stock usage. With a background in the army he has a key eye for detail.
Madisyn Organ
Training Administrator/Receptionist
Madisyn is growing quickly in her first administrative role. You will see her lovely smile on arrival to courses held at DGM’s head office.