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Ken Ken Harris

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Marlite New Zealand Ltd, specializing in high-hygiene solutions. Achieved global firsts in soil stabilization, showcasing innovative problem-solving and project management skills. Adept at building relationships and driving successful outcomes, with a strong commitment to sustainability and community engagement.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Marlite New Zealand Ltd
04.2007 - Current

Marlite New Zealand is an Import & distribution Company of Marlite USA, 100% New Zealand owned and operated

Importing sanitary wall linings used in back of house kitchens, toilets, in American food franchise's and also in Operating theatres in Hospitals - where ever a high level of hygiene is required.

Managing Director

KMJB Harris Ltd
02.2007 - Current

Kāinga Ora - Housing New Zealand works

Numerous sub divisions across Auckland some address are:

Taurus Ave, Beach Haven AKL- 36 Lot Subdivision

Providing Earthworks, Retaining Wall, Drainage and JOAL works, Bedlington Ave, Manurewa AKL- 78 Lot Subdivision

Providing Earthworks, Retaining Wall, Drainage and JOAL works

Lake Rd, Fraser Ave, Tonar St Northcote AKL- 48 Lot Subdivision

Providing Earthworks, Retaining Wall, Drainage and JOAL works

Rightsize Contract 220 homes in 18 months

Providing Earthworks, Retaining Wall, Drainage and JOAL works

Rockfield, Waitangi & State Ave AKL - 39 Lot Subdivision

Providing Earthworks, Retaining Wall, Drainage and JOAL works

Bari Lane, Mangere AKL - 103 Lot Subdivision

Providing Earthworks, Retaining Wall, Drainage and JOAL works

General Manager

Harris Holdings Construction
06.2006 - 08.2013

Developing, Building and supplying Houses for Kāinga Ora

Building Mobil Service stations

Ministry of Justice work Nationwide

Commercial warehouse developments

General Manager / International Project Manger

Harris Steam Ltd
11.1998 - 01.2005

Stepped in to run My Father's business after his passing, to assist my Mother and the family, some of the Projects are:

Designed, Built and Commissioned 9 x Tuna Canning Plants,

4 x Philippines, 3 x Papa New Guinea, 2 x Marshall Islands


Project Managed and built 4 x Independent Distillers Breweries,

Papakura Auckland, New Zealand, Melbourne and Sydney Australia and Oxford in the United Kingdom


Designed Built and Commissioned Open Country Cheese

Open Country Cheese, Waharoa Waikato NZ


Designed Built and Commissioned

COPRAX - Coconut extraction and Copra mill

Majuro Atoll, Marshall Islands

General Manager

Tirevamp Industries Ltd
05.1995 - 12.2004

Tirevamp Industries was set up with my family to recycle car & truck tyres.

We introduced a comprehensive collection and logistic system nationwide throughout NZ to the Tyre Retreading companies

Speciality equipment was designed and built


During this time, I become a committee member of RONZ

Recycling Operators of NZ


Tirevamp Industries exported recycled rubber as far a field as Ireland in the UK and was heavily involved in the Construction supply chain for the Sydney Olympics


Tirevamp Industries was sold after my father passed away so I could concentrate on running Harris Steam Ltd


Purchasing Manager

Maui Campervans
11.1986 - 04.1990
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
  • Was in charge of the purchasing and construction of camper vans at CI Munro in Otorhanga

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering

Unitech Auckland
Auckland, NZ
11-2006

Diploma Business Studies - Business Administration And Management

Unitech Auckland
Auckland
12-1989

NZ Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - Engineering

Unitech Auckland
Auckland, NZ
12-1986

Level 2 Diploma - Tourism And Travel Management

International Air Transport Association (IATA) NZ
Auckland, NZ
09-1986

No Degree - School Certificate - Average Pass 82% 6 Subjects

Kelston Boys High School
Auckland, NZ
11-1985

Skills

    Achievements

  • March 2015 first in the world to stabilize Australian Outback desert soils - Patented in 2016
  • June 2021 first in the world to stabilize the Arabian desert sands
  • Massey Ruby Club committee member and coach for 4 years
  • Coached Under 12year boys to 3 consecutive seasons unbeaten
  • Glendenne and Massey Athletic committee member 5 years
  • Norwest Soccer Coach and committee member 3 years

Timeline

Director

Marlite New Zealand Ltd
04.2007 - Current

Managing Director

KMJB Harris Ltd
02.2007 - Current

General Manager

Harris Holdings Construction
06.2006 - 08.2013

General Manager / International Project Manger

Harris Steam Ltd
11.1998 - 01.2005

General Manager

Tirevamp Industries Ltd
05.1995 - 12.2004

Purchasing Manager

Maui Campervans
11.1986 - 04.1990

Bachelor of Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering

Unitech Auckland

Diploma Business Studies - Business Administration And Management

Unitech Auckland

NZ Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - Engineering

Unitech Auckland

Level 2 Diploma - Tourism And Travel Management

International Air Transport Association (IATA) NZ

No Degree - School Certificate - Average Pass 82% 6 Subjects

Kelston Boys High School
Ken Ken Harris