OUR STORY

TE GROUP has been providing versatile aluminium and steel engineering services for 30+ years.

TE Group is a Māori-owned company, with the managing director tracing his whakapapa to Ngai Tahu. Matt and Claire purchased Takanini Engineering late 2019, adding Beachcroft Bins mid–2021 to form TE Group, and Westgate Welding in early 2022. This was at a time when Covid lockdowns were introduced, and the industry went through some challenging times. Matt and Claire used this time to upskill the team and look at the business strategically.

Since then, they have grown the business to what it is today and have developed both their on-site and office-based teams to meet new opportunities and developments. The group comprises two specialised, yet complimentary, engineering businesses—TE Steel and Beachcroft Bins. Proactively working with qualified engineers, their team provides pragmatic solutions to complex situations and prides themselves on having the ‘world’ in their workshop.

MEET OUR TEAM

MATT CROSS
Owner / Director

  • Owner and Managing Director Matt Cross has always been drawn to leading people. He started his career as an officer in the army where he honed his leadership skills as a platoon leader in Timor-Leste. After leaving the army, Matt had his introduction to the construction industry as Business Transformation Lead for Fletcher Building. This role gave him invaluable exposure to the commercial world and a taste for business development. From here, Matt took a Business Development role with HEB, playing a pivotal role in setting up the Auckland Systems Management Alliance. Looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to set his own course as a business owner, Matt purchased Takanini Engineering in late 2019, adding Beachcroft Bins to form TE Group in mid-2021, and Westgate Welding in early 2022. Matt gets great satisfaction seeing his team and business grow and evolve to take on new challenges. He is a firm believer that business is personal and in the power of relationships. He is also a passionate cyclist, enjoying both road and mountain biking in his spare time.

BUDDIMA LIYANAGE
Quantity Surveyor

  • Buddima is a highly experienced estimator and quantity surveyor with over 16 years of expertise across commercial, residential, infrastructure, civil engineering, and structural steel projects in New Zealand, the Middle East, and Sri Lanka. He specialises in tendering, cost planning, contract administration, variations, and final account management.

    Buddima manages projects from tender through to post-contract delivery, providing practical and value-driven commercial solutions. He holds an M.Sc. in International Project Management from Northumbria University, UK and a B.Sc. (Hons) in Quantity Surveying & Construction Management from Sheffield Hallam University, Uk.

    Known for his attention to detail, analytical skills, and collaborative approach, Buddima is committed to delivering high-quality outcomes while building strong relationships with clients and project teams.

    Outside of work, Buddima enjoys continuing his professional development, exploring new technologies within the construction industry, and spending quality time with family and friends.

CLAIRE CROSS
Managing Director / Beachcroft Bins

  • Claire has a busy and varied role as Managing Director for TE Group’s subsidiary company Beachcroft Bins. She looks after every aspect of the business, from marketing and business development, customer relationship management, inventory, and accounts. Since stepping into the role in late 2023, Claire has put her organisational skills to use, generating significant operating efficiencies and reducing their lead time from weeks to days. Starting her career in administration and vendor management with Fletcher Building, Claire worked her way up in brand and marketing roles, before moving into Business Development for Fletcher Construction, Beca and Downer. These roles have given her great exposure and a comprehensive understanding of the construction sector. Juggling a busy job and three young boys does not leave much down time, but when she is not ferrying kids between after school activities, you will find her out enjoying nature.

RON T
Project Manager

STEVE HALL
Fabrication Manager

  • Fabrication Manager Steve is responsible for the smooth running of the workshop. His day to day includes coordinating inventory control, handling logistics for shipping and receiving, and overseeing the workshop team. He works with the team to deliver efficient operations that meet production demands and pass the quality test before going to site. He takes his responsibility for health and safety very seriously and takes pride in being able to mentor the inexperienced staff and watch them develop and advance their skills. Steve started his career with an apprenticeship in boiler making and has worked in the industry ever since. He was Workshop Manager for Westgate Welding for 12 years before the company was purchased and became part of TE Group in February 2022. When he’s not at work, you will find Steve putting his practical skills to use working on his property.

JONATHAN RUBIALES
Structural Steel Detailer

LOOKING FOR WORK?

We are always looking for good people.

Interest is welcome in the following areas for potential upcoming positions across various sites:

Welder / Fabricator | Leading Hand | Team Lead | Site Supervisor | Project Manager—Junior / Senior | Quantity Surveyor | Estimator | Commercial Administrator | Office / Accounts Administrator

Great team, competitive pay, opportunities for development and career progression, immediate start is possible.

Sound like you? Please get in touch! Fill out the form below or contact us directly.