Our People

Nigel Stevenson

Director

Nigel has been in the electrical industry since 1986 when he commenced an industrial electrical apprenticeship at the Kawerau Pulp and Paper mill. Nigel attributes this early work experience as providing a sound understanding of buildable design concepts and his ability to communicate effectively with the ‘shop floor’. The majority of Nigel’s post-graduate experience has been in the field of industrial electrical and controls systems from specification, design, programming, construction, testing, commissioning and project management. Nigel is the founder of Neo with the professional development of engineers and developing of tools to make delivery of projects quicker, easier and more accurate, a primary focus. Nigel has been instrumental in developing a library of standard designs and the quality procedures within Neo. Nigel enjoys spending his time outside of the office with travelling and marathon training.

Scott Wilson

Head of Department

Scott has been in the electrical industry since his 1988 electrical apprenticeship, which has given him a solid understanding of ‘constructability’. Scott’s speciality is industrial electrical and controls hardware design, project management, and mentoring for his team. Outside of work, Scott is a keen footballer and cricketer, and enjoys spending time with his family.

Richie Murray

Principal Engineer

Richie has been involved in the water and wastewater sector since entering the work force in 2007. Over the years Richie has been exposed to a wide variety of sites and processes, which has provided him with a unique insight into how mechanical and electrical systems interrelate. This knowledge allows Richie to bring to the table the optimal control system results for clients. Richie is also a proud Dad to his two boys Thomas & Henry.

Dominic Hollewand

Business Advisor

Dominic has extensive experience in both the consulting and asset intense utility owner environments. Dominic has worked in the control systems field across a range of industries including industrial chemicals and petrochemicals before specialising in the water and wastewater industry. He spent 20+ years with an asset owner/operator developing expertise in the management and delivery of control systems and latterly the commercial and programme delivery of complex, high value, multi-year capital portfolios. He has particular interest in business improvement and the fusion of people and technology to leverage efficiency. Dominic enjoys spending his personal time with his family, exploring New Zealand whenever possible.

Dima Ibrahim

Senior Engineer

Dima is an experienced control systems engineer especially in the water and wastewater sector. Dima is skilled at detailed design of motor control systems, telemetry, PLC hardware and instrumentation. Dima’s experience in site supervision, commissioning, project management, specification and documentation development makes her a well-rounded engineer. To relax, Dima enjoys spending time with her friends and family.

Jonathan Cuff

Engineer

Jonathan undertakes detailed design of water and wastewater treatment plants and pump stations at Neo; previously he was an automation engineer at Tiwai Point aluminium smelter. Jonathan is also experienced in site upgrade and condition assessments, hazardous area electrical designs and project management. Jonathan is a keen gamer and enjoys trips home to Invercargill.

Matthew Watson

Engineer

Matthew is an electrical engineer with experience across mining, manufacturing and water. He has nine years’ experience in the electrical industry including time as a qualified electrician. Previously he was an electrical engineer for an Australian open cut coal mine. Matthew enjoys kayaking on the harbour and walking the dog along Muriwai beach.

Nick Carson

Engineer

Nick graduated from The University of Auckland in 2014, specialising in control, power and radio systems. Nick’s attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively ensures his understanding of electrical and electronic technologies, and their application to real world problems. Nick enjoys socialising with friends, staying fit and healthy and has a keen interest in current affairs.

Jude Fernandes

Graduate Engineer

Jude has recently finished studying an Electrical and Electronics Engineering degree at the University of Auckland. Jude’s ability to problem solve allows him to effectively apply his knowledge of electrical systems to practical situations. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with friends and family. Jude is also an avid footballer and badminton player.

Paul Bancroft

Engineer

Paul joined us in 2017 after 6 years with Justswitchboards Ltd. With over 30 years of experience in the Electrical Industry, from Apprentice through to Engineer working on diverse projects from Super Yachts to conveyor systems. Paul enjoys spending time with family and friends, he can be found on the mountain or in the sea (depending on the season), and if time permits busy DIYing or tinkering in his garage on his classic VWs.

Greg Blaski

Engineer

Joined in September, having migrated from South Africa. He is an electrical engineer with seven years’ automation engineering experience in the maize/wheat milling sector. His experience includes hardware engineering design of Motor Control Centre (MCC) panels, project management and electrical Installation planning for industrial plant control systems. In his spare time, Greg enjoys hiking and the occasional fishing trip.

Alberto Sepnio

CAD Manager

Alberto has re-joined last October 2017 as a designer. Alberto’s role is to facilitate, coordinate and manage the entire design drawings of the team. With an electrical engineering degree and proficiency in AutoCAD, he is uniquely placed to consolidate the engineering design drawing aspects. Moved to New Zealand from the Philippines with his family of four. Outside of work, Alberto has a very keen interest in Basketball through training, playing and coaching.

Pranav Meelu

Graduate Engineer

Pranav joined as a Graduate Engineer, having previously worked in the aviation industry. Pranav graduated from the University of Auckland with a Master of Engineering specialising in Control and Power systems. Outside of work Pranav enjoys watching both forms of rugby, as well as being a petrol head.

Frank Kassai

Senior Engineer

Frank has been in the electrical industry for over 25 years. He has 14 years’ experience in baggage handling systems and considerable experience in process control for the freight, food and beverage sectors, including for Heinz, ABB and other major industrial firms. Outside of work Frank is a mad-keen soccer and cricket fan, fisherman and still tries to keep fit so that he can keep up with his wife and two boys who share similar interests.

Matthew Leahy

Graduate Engineer

Matthew joined as a graduate engineer in 2018, having previously worked in the electronics industry designing and building battery powered lighting systems for drones in film. Matthew is a self-proclaimed coffee snob, and outside of work he likes to spend his summer weekends hiking or visiting new places around the North Island. In the winter he tries to get down to Ruapehu as often as possible to spend time snowboarding the slopes.

Pasan Kalupahana

Engineer

Pasan Kalupahana has 10 years’ electrical engineering and project delivery experience in the water & wastewater industry in Australia and New Zealand. His experience includes, LV electrical power distribution design, control systems and instrumentation design, construction supervision, plant commissioning, project management and contract administration. He enjoys travelling to a new place every year with his wife on his breaks from work.

Alexia Scheuermann

Office Manager