Our Team
At ABC Group we fully believe the adage “Your staff are your most important asset”. We realise that the personal and professional development of our team is imperative in ensuring the successful delivery of projects, and thus the success of our business.
We therefore invest in our staff through comprehensive training programmes, mentoring and coaching. The rewards of this philosophy are inevitably shared with customers through increased satisfaction and better quality service.
The company’s success is built on its belief in quality work, attention to detail, on-time completion, strong working partnerships and the recruitment of top-level staff.
ABC Group currently has a team of 10 fully qualified carpenters, 2 fully qualified aluminium fabricators, 4 carpentry apprentices, 1 fully qualified joiner and 1 joinery apprentice.
Matthew Phillips
Managing Director
Matthew has been involved in the construction industry for over 20 years having started his carpentry apprenticeship with ABC Construction back in 2006. Matthew went on to work at several other local construction companies as a Foreman then expanding his skills as a Project Manager and finally re-joining the ABC team in 2020 as a Contracts Manager. Matthew has extensive knowledge in both residential and commercial building and his understanding of the demands created by large projects makes him a skilled project manager. Matthew is a Director of ABC Group and in 2021 became the Managing Director.
- NZQA National Certificate in Carpentry
- Licensed Building Practitioner
Leesa Phillips
Business Manager
Leesa joined ABC Group in November 2025 having previously worked as a Chartered Accountant in local accounting firms. Leesa’s role involves overseeing business operations, financial management, human resources, compliance and health and safety.
- Bachelor of Commerce and Administration
- Bachelor of Laws
- Chartered Accountant (CPP)
Kimberly Scott
Contracts Administrator
Kimberly has been with ABC Group since April 2024, prior to this, she has experience in an estimation and sales support role with an aluminium joinery firm. Kim’s role involves scheduling and overseeing projects, staff and subcontractor management and health and safety.
- Certificate in Business Level 3
- Currently studying towards Certificate in Project Management Level 4
Paul Anderson
Taranaki Kitchen Specialists
Paul started with Taranaki Kitchen Specialists in 2021 and brings with him a great deal of knowledge around kitchen manufacturing. Having worked for another local kitchen manufacturer for a number of years as well as several plumbing retailers, Paul’s knowledge of all things to do with kitchens is vital in achieving a fabulous result for our clients.
- NZQA National Certificate in Kitchen Manufacture
Jason Cameron
First Aluminium Hawera
Jason rejoined our team in January 2025 after previously spending 18 years with the company. Jason returned to the team bringing a wealth of industry knowledge, experience and a deep understanding of both timber and aluminium joinery.
- National Certificate in Joinery (Craftsperson)