OUR PEOPLE
OUR PEOPLE ARE THE HEART OF KURU
Across forestry, civil, logistics, quarrying, engineering, mechanics and support services, it is our people who drive our success.
We are proud to employ a diverse and talented team who share a commitment to safety, quality, teamwork and continuous improvement.
OUR DIRECTORS
Kuru Contracting is proud to remain a whānau-owned business led by Directors Ricky and Leanne Kuru.
Together, they continue to build on the legacy established by Jack and Ricky Kuru in 1997, providing leadership, direction, and a commitment to the values that have shaped the business over nearly three decades.
Leanne Kuru
Ricky Kuru
MEET OUR PEOPLE
FOUR BUSINESSES, ONE TEAM
With 154 employees across Kuru Contracting, Kuru Crushing, Kawea Logistics and Ūawa Garage, our people bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and capability to every project. We're proud to provide meaningful employment opportunities throughout Tairāwhiti-East Coast and Hawkes Bay and beyond, helping our people build successful careers while remaining connected to their whānau and communities. If you are keen to join our team, click here.
MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Our leadership team brings together a wealth of experience across forestry, civil construction, logistics, quarrying, engineering and business operations. They work closely with our people and clients to ensure we continue delivering safe, quality outcomes.
SUPERVISORS / FOREMEN / SITE LEADERSHIP TEAMS
Forestry Harvesting, Roading & Rehab
Civil Roading, Maintenance, Traffic Management & LWD
Kawea Logistics, Kuru Crushing & Ūawa Garage
COMPLIANCE (HSEQ), LOGISTICS & FINANCE
A LOOK BACK THROUGH OUR KURU ARCHIVE
From our early days through to more recent projects and events, these photographs capture some of the people, places and milestones that have shaped our journey.
