Business North July 2025

60 | CONTRACTING Gulf Contracting T T Anne Boswell Setting the standard with consistency Gulf installed passive fire systems in the new KiwiRail office building. Founded by Roger Wimsett in 2014, the Auckland-based Gulf Contracting team has grown steadily, and gained a reputation for high-end, technically detailed work. Gulf has been driven by a clear and uncompromising ethos: to deliver the highest standards of workmanship in every project they undertake. The company’s commitment to quality, safety and precision has earned it a reputation not just as a contractor, but as a problem-solver – often called in to rectify sub-standard work and deliver results that meet the most demanding specifications. Gulf’s services cover a wide range of specialised applications, including membrane roofing, panel sealants, grouting, seismic jointing, tanking and waterproofing systems, and passive fire. These services are delivered with a sharp focus on quality and compliance, making the company an essential subcontractor on many of the most demanding builds for commercial construction across the upper North Island. Gulf’s reputation for meticulous attention to detail and consistent delivery has seen them chosen for work on major high-profile commercial sites. Gulf has formed strong, ongoing relationships with some of New Zealand’s leading construction firms, such as Naylor Love and Hawkins Construction. “Gulf sets the standard: we do the best job, and do it right first time,” Roger says. Gulf’s project portfolio is both diverse and impressive. With around 30 projects on the go at any one time, the company has built a reputation based on capability and trust – which has earned them the respect of construction industry heavyweights. Working with Naylor Love, Gulf has recently completed work on the Auckland Data Centre, spending over 18 months installing 3265 L/m of sealants to pre-cast panels, detailed finishing sealant, and grouting systems to 50-plus steel doors. Gulf also completed a 10-month project for Euroclass at Cirtex Kopu, installing tanking and waterproofing to lift a pit base and footings, grouting to Drossbach ducting, installing 1170.30 L/m sealant to pre-cast panels, and passive fire. With Kalmar Construction, Gulf worked on the Proxima Apartments over 18 months, installing Illmod and Emseal Backerseal to pre-cast panels, grouting filling fire-rated doors, sealant to pre-cast panels, and detailed sealant work to balustrades. Gulf has undertaken two major projects recently with Macrennie: the DHL Warehouse, where Gulf installed compliant passive fire systems, and the KiwiRail building, also installing passive fire systems for the new office building over eight months. And with Hawkins, Gulf has completed work on the North Shore Hospital – installing detailed sealant work over three floors in the newly built Bariatric Unit, and Site 6 Wynyard Quarter, installing sealant work to external brickwork. Gulf’s ethos centres on delivering work that lasts. Its team is made up of skilled professionals, who not only meet, but often exceed industry standards and take pride in their high-quality workmanship. “The company’s operational ethos is evident through its commitment to high-quality workmanship and adherence to stringent health and safety standards,” Roger says. “Gulf maintains a workforce of experienced and qualified professionals, who take pride in their work, often being called upon to rectify issues where previous installations have failed to meet standards, as well as complex installations. “This dedication to excellence and reliability underscores Gulf Contracting Limited’s reputation as a trusted contractor in New Zealand’s construction industry.” The ability to deliver at the highest levels, especially in an industry facing increasingly stringent health and safety, material and application standards, sets Gulf apart. Looking ahead, Gulf Contracting’s plans for steady growth, ready to take on more largescale, technically demanding projects. Its track record speaks for itself. In an industry where precision matters and experience counts, Gulf Contracting Limited continues to lead by example – with confidence and an unwavering commitment to excellence. NZ’S LEADING PASSIVE FIRE SUPPLIER NZ MADE NZ TESTED www.ryanfire.co.nz 09 443 0362

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