From tug masters and port protection to engineers and accountants, we have a great team of people and value all what they have to offer. In total we have over 80 dedicated staff who are the backbone of the port's day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth functioning and operational efficiency.
Our leadership and board exudes a shared passion for innovation, sustainable practices, and commitment to delivering exceptional services to the Tairāwhiti community. They embrace a culture of collaboration and encourage fresh ideas and a sense of ownership among staff.
Leadership Team
Our Board
Wendie Harvey
Chairperson
Wendie Harvey is an esteemed director with extensive experience in governance across various sectors. She currently holds board positions at Aurora Energy Limited, Port Taranaki Ltd, TAB NZ, and serves as Chair of Hawke’s Bay Airport. She is also part of the Hawke’s Bay Regional Recovery Board, established following Cyclone Gabrielle in 2023. Her previous roles include positions at Fire and Emergency NZ, a six-year tenure as a director at Port of Napier, and seven years at Quality Roading and Services (QRS) in Wairoa.
Hamish Bell
Director
Hamish Bell is an experienced independent director with a broad range of commercial experience gained in various roles and industries across Asia and New Zealand. In addition to his extensive governance experience, he has a background in banking, corporate finance, private equity, investor and public relations, and stockbroking. He currently sits on a range of boards across New Zealand and has been an active member of the Capital and Finance & Audit Committees of Eastland Group over the last three years.
Andre Lovatt
Director
Andre Lovatt brings over 20 years of leadership in major high-profile infrastructure projects across the Asia Pacific. As the Chief Infrastructure Officer at KiwiRail, Andre oversees a large team responsible for KiwiRail’s infrastructure portfolio. His previous roles include leading a 200-strong delivery team at Auckland Airport, managing post-earthquake restoration at the Arts Centre of Christchurch, and guiding Arup’s business transformation in Singapore. Andre’s governance experience includes serving on the boards of Christchurch International Airport and Regenerate Christchurch. He is also the board chairperson for the Sir Peter Blake Trust.
Brodie Stevens
Director
Brodie Stevens is a logistics and transport consultant with a distinguished career in maritime and shipping industries. He currently serves as an independent director at Port of Tauranga Limited, where he is a member of the Audit, Nomination, and Health and Safety subcommittees. Brodie is also the Chairman of Chatham Island Shipping, a trustee at NZ Maritime Superannuation Fund and Whanganui Collegiate School, and a trustee of the NZ Maritime Museum Foundation. His nearly two-decade tenure as Country Manager for Swire Shipping further underscores his strategic and operational expertise.
