As Master Plumbers & Drainlayers we take what we do seriously

Our Team

Our awesome team, the people who make the difference!

We have a dedicated team of professional plumbers, gasfitters, drainlayers and hydraulic specialists that service the commercial & residential sectors, providing a 24 hour emergency service to look after your home, business or facility when you need it.

Our fantastic customer service team ensure the customer is always put first.

We have a health & safety team who are here to offer support and provide a safe environment for the Semtex organisation and employees.

DIRECTORS & SHAREHOLDERS

Matthew Nieper

Managing Director
Certified Plumber, Gasfitter, Drainlayer & Backflow IQP
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Matthew is the owner of Semtex with over 20 years experience in the industry. He thoroughly enjoys leading a team of talented people in a complex industry, seeing success in projects, people and innovation. Married to Hayley, Matthew enjoys their family time, loves motorbikes and of course all things plumbing!

Hayley Nieper

Business Manager
Accountant DipBus(Acc) AT
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Hayley is the other half of the ownership team here at Semtex and really enjoys the diversity of helping out where needed across the business. With a nerdy passion for numbers since she was a child Hayley has spent 20 years in accounts. While spending time with her family is a real highlight she also enjoys a good catch up with friends over a (well deserved) wine.

OPERATIONS TEAM

Teri Stevenson

Accounts Administrator
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With over ten years as an Accounts Administrator, Teri really enjoys the team environment here at Semtex. On the weekends, you can find her on the sidelines cheering on her children and smashing early morning gym sessions.

Jessie Fraser

Junior Quantity Surveyor
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Delivering the best results for customers motivates Jessie each day as she works alongside our busy team. Outside of work, she enjoys scenic bike rides around the Manawatu and spending quality time with friends and family.

Jaime Rivers

Marketing Assistant
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Jaime is our in-house Marketing Assistant. She enjoys the creative aspect of her role and the team environment here at Semtex. Outside of work, Jaime loves spending time with friends and family, as well as going on adventures with her dog, Maggie.

Izzi Cameron

Office Administrator
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Izzi enjoys the people-focused side of her role at Semtex, with connecting with customers and colleagues being her favourite part of the job. Outside of work, she loves all things sport, and when winter rolls around, you’ll find her making the most of the ski season out on the slopes.

PROJECT MANAGERS

Shane Bird

Certified Plumber & Gasfitter
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Shane is one of our Project Managers here at Semtex and with 21 years in the industry he is a bloke that enjoys making progress on jobs and ticking the box when they are all finished. A family man Shane enjoys watching cricket and rugby league.

Maintenance & Small Projects Manager

Phil Rabone

Licenced Plumber, Gasfitter, Drainlayer
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With over 20 years of industry experience, Phil keeps our maintenance team organised and jobs running smoothly. When he’s not at work, he’s at the gym or watching sports with the family.

Technical Services Foreman

Adam Parker

Certified Plumber & Gasfitter
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Technical Services Forman Adam enjoys the challenge of his role here at Semtex, which is a good thing given hes been in the industry for 20 plus years! Adams hobbies include collecting tools, working on cars and gardening.

Work for us

We’re always interested in finding high quality tradespeople who can make a valuable contribution to our team!

Semtex Plumbing is a family-owned and operated Manawatu company. We have a great team who together provide exceptional plumbing, gas, drainage & civil pipelaying practices and services to our clients through maintaining long term relationships, being innovative with the latest technology and expanding our services to meet their needs. We have a strong focus on health & safety, and we expect quality performance from our team. Click the link below to check out our current job vacancies and register your interest today!

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