8 | Taranaki: BTW Enabling growth with smart solutions Kim Newth BTW works on a wide range of land development projects from small subdivisions to large-scale developments. REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT In Taranaki, BTW leads the way on ‘making it happen’ across a wide range of projects providing end-to-end specialist services that underpin regional growth and development. Innovation has been a hallmark of this company since it started in 1973. Continual investment in leading-edge tools and systems through the years has enabled BTW’s professional team to consistently deliver best fit, cost-efficient outcomes. “We’re a key project partner for local and central government along with land developers, including ‘Mum and Dad’ two-lot subdivisions through to large-scale 100- to 200-lot developments,” says Grant Aitken, BTW Managing Director. “As well, we work with iwi and hapū on Māori land asset development projects and do a wide variety of environmental work.” Augmenting their long-standing expertise in land and resource management, BTW regularly completes soil and water testing and other environmental assessments as required for projects seeking compliance with National Environmental Standards (NES). “While we’re testing the soil for contaminants, we may also be assessing it from a geotechnical perspective. Whatever our clients need for their subdivision or land development, we can guide them through the whole process and provide all the technical service and advice they need.” The full suite of services provided by BTW also includes surveying, mapping, civil and structural engineering, and 3D laser scanning, while UAV aerial survey services include LiDAR, and Wai Eye water services covering leak detection in water supplies, infiltration and inflow assessments in wastewater systems, and survey/calibrations in stormwater networks. Grant is a Taranaki local through and through, who says BTW’s willingness to innovate and use the latest technology to meet changing needs has been hugely beneficial for the region’s growth over the past 50 years. From having started as a company in an era when surveys at sea were needed to support development of the Māuigas field, BTW is now servicing clients developing wind, solar and hydrogen energy. “Whether you want to put in an offshore energy installation, a wind turbine or a hydrogen filling station, you will need professional survey and site testing services and guidance on consents to get your project moving. “This is where we excel, as our innovative and multidisciplinary approach means we can pivot to meet the unique demands of each and every new project.” Along with their offices in Ngāmotu / New Plymouth, BTW has offices in Kirikiriroa / Hamilton and Raglan, and expertise is routinely shared and exchanged between the regions. BTW’s combined staff of nearly 100 people is made up of professional surveyors, civil and structural engineers, planners, UAV pilots, environmental scientists, 3D scanning specialists, and BIM and GIS experts. For aspiring university students and new graduates, BTW offers attractive career pathways and a flexible workplace environment with ongoing professional development opportunities. “We often bring in surveying students over the summer and give them experience in the field across different disciplines. “There are a number of people in the company today who started out working here in the summer holidays and then carried on with us. We embrace diversity and reward hard work with flexibility that caters to our team’s active lifestyles.” Most staff in BTW’s New Plymouth office are local people who grew up in the area and are now giving back to Taranaki by bringing their specialist skills to bear on local projects. BTW’s team culture and approach is guided by six key principles: Kotahitanga – a culture of collaboration Ōhangatanga – empowering ownership Mataurana – knowledge and understanding Whanaungatanga – participation and connection Kaitiakitanga – guardianship Haumaru me te mohio – smart solutions start with smart systems. As well as making things happen on local projects, BTW gives back to the community in a wider sense through sponsorship of various ‘social good’ endeavours. BTW is also a key partner of the Taranaki Chamber of Commerce and actively supports its regional development goals.
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