World-class poly pipe systems
Collaborating seamlessly with the construction industry we take pride in creating world-class pipe systems, engineered to perform.
Expertise
Delivering performance.
Working exclusively with Polymer products our robust pipe systems offer superior durability, delivering performance that will stand the test of time.
We understand that each project is unique and are committed to being your dedicated partner to success. With specialist technical support tailored to your requirements, we deliver complex solutions while meeting your project specifications and timeline.
our team
Our expert team are a diverse and energetic crew who work together who take pride in creating world-class pipe systems, to make your job easier.
Christine Power
Accounts
Christine joined UPG in 2018 and assists with UPG’s accounts team. Being well-organised, she looks after accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring our suppliers and partners are paid on time.
Daniel Adams
Warehouse Team Leader
Daniel is the key man managing our daily dispatches and logistics. In 2021 he took on the role as the Warehouse Team Leader, and brings his passion and organisational skills to the team, ensuring our customers receive our goods on time and in full.
Out of work he enjoys spending time with his large whanau, and diving for seafood.
Daniel Turley
Operations Director
Daniel started off life working in engineering, primarily involved with machine maintenance and operation with a side of fabrication. Over the years he moved into business management and now uses a combination of those skills in his role of Operations Director.
He is involved with our more technical quotes and orders, and can be found doing anything from site measures to CAD drawing. A key part of his role is to work with the team to drive improvements across the Operations team.
David Minnis
Internal Sales
David joined our sales team in mid-2019, coming with years of experience in the industry. He is often the friendly voice you’ll get when you call UPG’s office.
When not in the office, David is out there looking after his garden, or enjoying the beaches of the Kapiti Coast.
Grant Wallis
Tool Repairs Team Leader
After having worked in the UPG fabrication team for a few years now, Grant has moved across to run our Tool Repairs and Servicing department, along with offering customers technical support on any welding machines. He has a vast knowledge of machinery and having worked on a variety of welding equipment himself, relates to the everyday challenges presented to contractors in the marketplace.
You can contact him directly for any tool repairs or servicing requirements on 021 406 575 or servicing@upg.net.nz to log a repair job.
James Bolland
Purchasing Manager
James joined our team as Group Purchasing Manager in 2021. He is a great addition to our team, having recently worked in the supermarket space, he knows how important it is that we have the right products at the right time.
After work he is interested in listening to podcasts and keeping up to date with the local property market.
Jason Wyatt
Fabrication Team Leader
Jason joined the UPG team in 2014. He is an experienced member of our fabrication team and in 2021 he took on the role as Fabrication Team Leader in the workshop. He has worked on various sites in the Wellington region, welding anything from critical high pressure trunk watermains to tank connections, on a range of polymer materials.
Spending much of his time in the factory has built up excellent knowledge on a range of machinery.
Joel McLean
Sales Director
Joel is passionate about providing our clients total satisfaction on projects we work together on and building lasting business relationships.
As Sales Director he is responsible for the company’s market direction and decisions made on the product ranges we provide to the industries we support. He is also involved with looking after our key accounts, with a focus on the Civil and HVAC markets.
Joel took the role of Sales Director 2024 after being involved with project management and sales at UPG for 14+ years and has been involved with the piping world since he left college.
Jordan Smith
Auckland Business Development
Jordan started at UPG in 2014, spending a few years with the team before dipping his toes in a couple of other industries. He managed to follow the stars back to where he belongs and is now our Auckland Region BDM.
Based in our Wiri branch, he is out with our customers providing support and technical assistance to our customers on their projects.
Josh McLean
Business Development
Josh joined UPG in 2020. He’s responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the internal sales team, including providing internal sales support to the sales team staff and quoting projects to our customers.
He’s a key member of our sales team and provides our customers with exceptional service to “Make Your Job Easier”.
Matt Turley
Finance/Admin Director
As Finance Director he is across a wide range of information relating to our suppliers and customers accounts.
Also leading our Admin and Customer Service team, Matt is responsible to for ensuring all orders and invoicing processes are correct.
Regan Chowdhury
Customer Service
Involved with a wide range of customer service tasks, including entering orders and admin tasks, Regan has plenty of skills he brings to the team. He is also looks after some purchasing tasks, and accounts receivable functions so you will no doubt be dealing with him when working with UPG!
Our Mission
Driving Innovation
- To provide the pipeline industry in New Zealand with systems of the highest quality, integrity, and innovation.
- To provide outstanding service, training, and technical support to our customers, and in that way be considered as an essential supplier to their enterprises.
- To encourage forward thinking and innovation.
- To continuously improve our performance.
- To maintain a comprehensive stock holding to ensure that every project runs smoothly.
- To put our values at the centre of everything we do, now and in the future.
- To protect New Zealand’s environment by using ‘green’ rated, fully recyclable, environmentally friendly materials.
What we value
Partnership
We’re not just a provider; we are your dedicated partner to success. With expert technical support, we stand alongside you, ensuring you get the job done efficiently.
Consideration
Consideration is integral to our operations, encompassing environmental consciousness and unwavering commitment to safety.
Ingenuity
We thrive on ingenuity. We don’t just provide solutions; we harness our specialist knowledge to deliver the ultimate solution for your project. Every project is a testament to our commitment to intelligent delivery, ensuring the success of your project.
Sustainability
Creating sustainable infrastructure
We take care of the environment and ensure that we contribute to a circular economy, with the recycling of waste in our fabrication workshop.
High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Polypropylene (PP) pipelines play a crucial role in sustainable infrastructure, offering a robust and environmentally responsible solution. Our Polymer products can be recycled over and over again which reduces the demand for virgin materials and minimises waste in landfills.
Additionally, HDPE and PP pipelines exhibit exceptional resistance to corrosion and chemical reactions ensuring they will stand the test of time and minimise the risk of environmental contamination.
