OUR TEAM

Managing Director

Darryl Burn

I joined pH7 in 2007 and have been the driving force behind our strategy of specialising in HAZCHEM Safety Solutions. Over the years I’ve had the opportunity to complete many courses of interest including: HSNO Certification Qualification, Responsible Care NZ (2010), HSNO Advanced Training, Responsible Care NZ (2013), Approved Handlers Test Certificate, Class 3.1 Flammables (2015), Comprehensive Chemical HSWA Training, Rifft (2022).

Outside of work, I love all things water based including sailing, spearfishing and paddle boarding with my wife and three children.

Finance Manager

Patricia Canavan

My path to finance has come via sales and marketing positions in multinational companies in Europe, managing a service company in Ireland and then gaining my “kiwi experience” at PwC, in Auckland.

I’ve been with pH7 since 2015 and am one of the owners of the business. I’ve witnessed the company growing its product and service offering, while strengthening its market position and overall HAZCHEM expertise.  I love living in NZ, raising three cherubs and getting outdoors as much as I can.

Purchasing and Operations Manager

Dake Liu

I joined pH7 when it started 1998 having emigrated from China. I have spent the much of my career in international trade in China, Vietnam and New Zealand. I oversee pH7’s international purchasing and shipping and warehousing.

When I’m not working, I love spending time with my family, I love gardening, and also enjoy facing the sea and looking up at the sky dreaming of the future.

Sales & Marketing Manager

Sales & Marketing Manager

South Island Business Manager

Tiffany Sharrott

I am originally from San Diego California and relocated with my family to New Zealand in 2014. My family loves to travel and after a holiday in New Zealand our daughter decided she wanted to get her Master’s Degree in Winemaking here.   I started my career in law and have expanded my experience to real estate, cleanroom protocol training and now working with pH7.

I am an Associate Member of NZOHS and am a Commit2Fit Certified Respiratory Fit Tester.  I have also completed The Educhem Management Course with Environmental Protection Authority Notices and Health and Safety at Work Regulations, have a Certificate in Mould Hazard Awareness Training from MHA, Compliantly Managing Hazardous Substances and W507 – Health Effects of Hazardous Substances.  I specialise in site risk assessments and travel the country working with businesses that handle hazardous substances.

In my spare time, I am an avid reader usually with three books going at one time.  I also love movies and good food!  I love to travel and spend time with the family and our dog Hinckley.

Sales Support

Juanita Tia

I joined pH7 in 2013. While I’m part of the sales team, I’m mainly focused on customer service and if you give us a call there’s a good chance, I’ll be the person you speak to. I’m passionate about keeping our customers happy, and providing information on products, orders or anything else they need.

Outside of work I’m into staying fit, my church and most of all my lovely family.

Sales Support

Bianca Mitchelson

I joined pH7 in 2020, coming from the plumbing industry. As part of the sales team, I look after a group of customers making sure they are well cared for. I’m also the main person in charge of optimising our CRM system which seeks to improve workflows and ensure every lead is nurtured from start to finish. I am NZOHS certified as a Commit2Fit Respirator Fit Tester.

Technical Sales Specialist

Mike Kitchin

I arrived in New Zealand in December 2008 and joined pH7 in early 2010. I’ve worked in sales, sales management, product, market and business development for over 30 years – yep, I’ve been around a while.  I’m passionate about finding solutions which meet or surpass customer expectations.  Since joining pH7 I’ve completed the HSNO Advanced Training, Responsible Care NZ (2013) and am NZOHS certified as a Commit2Fit Respirator Fit Tester.

Outside of work, I spent 8 years volunteering with Howick Coastguard serving as crew, Crew Chief and Senior Crew. I live in South Auckland with my wife, daughter and two lovable mutts.  I enjoy motorcycling and am a keen follower of F1 and Moto GP.

Business Analyst

Navnish Singh

I joined pH7 in 2019 as a business analyst providing support to various departments such as sales, marketing, warehousing and management. My role is to crunch the numbers into something meaningful so the company can run more efficiently.  Along with this, I have been involved in various projects such as the implementation of Netstock, Zoho and the warehouse relocation.

Outside of work, I love my sports all so much that I am spending half the season out on the sidelines recovering from an injury.

Accounts & Customer Solutions Rep

Rebecca Smith

I joined pH7 in October 2022, a new addition to the team and the industry. Whilst most of my previous experience is in customer service, I’m excited to learn a wide range of knowledge from my colleagues.

Outside of work, I love spending time with family and friends, photography, live music and spending time at the beach.

Warehouse Manager

Eric Uy

I joined pH7 in 2015 as a storeman and have moved into the team leader role and am now the Warehouse Manager. I’m responsible for all aspects of pH7’s warehouse operations from devanning through to dispatch, ensuring the team achieves the key performance measures around picking accuracy, timely delivery and safety.

My Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration along with further training in optimising warehouse performance and Hazard Analysis are all useful tools I use to ensure we deliver in full and on time.

Warehouse Despatcher

Marecel Costillas

I joined pH7 in January 2023 as the newest addition to the team in the role of Warehouse Dispatcher.

Barry Anderson

Regional Sales – Lower North Island

Having worked in the health and safety industry for many years, Barry has joined the team at pH7 with the goal of helping New Zealand businesses reduce the harm from hazardous substances to people and the environment. When he’s not surfing the New Plymouth coastline, he’s helping businesses in the lower North Island from New Plymouth down to Wellington and across to Gisborne with their HAZCHEM Safety needs.

Liam Hillis

Regional Sales – Upper North Island

Liam is very well known across the health and safety industry having worked for Bolle, NZ Safety and BOC over the years. Liam brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and is now turning his expertise to helping New Zealand businesses improve their health and safety outcomes around the management of hazardous substances. Liam will manage sales from Penrose/Mt Wellington / Onehunga and north.

Alicia Lui

Marketing Comms Specialist

Alicia has joined the team as our Marketing Communications Specialist after working in co-ordination roles in various industries during recent years, as well as having graduated with a Bachelors degree in Marketing and Management in 2021. Alicia manages our online presence through our social media channels such as LinkedIn and Facebook, and is in charge of updating and maintaining our website.

Once she bids farewell to her keyboard at the office each day, she says hello to her keyboard at home. Outside of work, she enjoys playing video games, reading webtoons, and living on YouTube.

Char Smith

Regional Sales – Central North Island

I have an absolute passion for people and as an experienced Sales Professional, I specialise in providing solutions, empowering businesses to operate at their best.  Collaborating closely with customers to deliver customised solutions optimising operations, elevating safety standards and fostering sustainable growth.

Forging lasting relationships along with leveraging my industry expertise and range of offerings, I strive to empower customers to make informed decisions aligning with their unique goals and compliance requirements.

Outside of work, spending quality time with Whānau and friends, exploring our beautiful country along with adventures on the water fills my time.