OUR TEAM
Our team has a wealth of knowledge and experience with the supply of shipping containers through New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. In addition to the supply of general and refrigerated containers, we also have the facilities to convert and modify these into any requirement you have. If you require workshops, dangerous goods containers, retail and pop-up stores, or help in converting your sleep-out, we have a dedicated workshop that can complete your project on time and on budget.
Lance Swain
General Manager - OPERATIONS
Lance is SEA Containers royalty having been involved in the game for more years than he'd like to admit. We call Lance "M" (short for The Maharajah) in house as he has proven himself worthy. M is tasked with leading the whipper snappers and heads up our modification business unit. He has likely forgotten more than the rest of us know, so when he talks, we have found it wise to listen! If you have something off the wall that you'd like to air, M's your man, as it's likely he's been there, done that, got the T-shirt!
Dritan Ramohitaj
GENERAL MANAGER - COMMERCIAL
Dritan has joined the SEA Containers NZ team, bringing with him a solid background in logistics and operations, and the kind of calm, methodical approach that keeps things moving when everything else gets a bit… chaotic. With experience across the moving parts of supply chains, he’s right at home dealing with the detail—whether it’s coordinating shipments, solving the inevitable curveballs, or quietly making sure everything lands where it should (on time, of course). Around the office, he’s quickly built a reputation as someone who just gets on with it—reliable, sharp, and always up for a challenge, even if he makes it look a bit too easy. Outside of work, football is a serious business. Whether he’s watching, playing, or analysing a match like it’s a World Cup final, Dritan brings the same focus and passion you see in his day job. Don’t get him started unless you’ve got time. We’re stoked to have him on the team—and even more stoked he’s on our side.
Odin Madsen
Regional Manager - Northern and Pacific Islands
Odin is our resident energizer bunny and has been with the company since nearly the inception. The only time he's not running at full tilt is when he's stuck in Auckland traffic. Unfortunately for Odin, this is more often the rule and not the exception these days. It's a tough gig, but he's got broad shoulders! Odin had previously worked in the shipping game before doing his OE and going bush (Shepherds' Bush that is) for around 15 years and getting lost in the publishing game. He thankfully saw the light, came home and is always keen to catch up and have a yarn. When not in traffic, Odin can be often found hopping around a squash court near you, or in his much prized veggie garden...
Emma Olliver
Customer Service manager
Emma has been a valued part of the SEA Containers team for over five years and is truly at the heart of what we do. She plays a key role in keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes while also being one of the friendly voices our clients know and trust. Warm, organised, and always ready to help, Emma has a natural ability to juggle the day-to-day while making people feel looked after. She brings a calm, can-do approach to every situation and is someone the whole team relies on — quite simply, we wouldn’t be the same without her. Based in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, Emma enjoys life with her fiancée and their son. When she’s not at work, you’ll likely find her out exploring — whether it’s climbing Mauao, swimming at Pilot Bay, or making the most of the outdoors with her family.
IONA DICKSON
CUSTOMER SERVICES EXTRAORDINAIRE
Originally from the charming village of Melrose in the Scottish Borders, Iona traded the persistent drizzle for the radiant sunshine of the Bay of Plenty! What was supposed to be a year-long OE adventure magically morphed into eight after she stumbled upon her Kiwi partner, Luke. Over the past decade, Iona has worn many hats—hospitality, tourism, and most recently, horticulture import/export, all while keeping her eyes on the prize: happy customers! When she’s not working, you’ll find her gallivanting around the area, soaking up the great outdoors, or hanging out with family. Oh, and did we mention her plant obsession? Iona has around 40 houseplants taking over her space, so it’s basically a mini rainforest at her place! Iona will be the friendly voice on the end of the phone when you call the 0508 number.
DAISY TAYLOR-RAY
Customer Care Legend
Originally from the sunny South Coast of the UK, Daisy made the big move to New Zealand in February 2024 after graduating from the University of Portsmouth with a degree in English Language and Linguistics. It didn’t take long for Aotearoa to feel like home — shortly after arriving, Daisy met her partner, and she’s since swapped Auckland life for sunny Tauranga. Daisy joins our Customer Service team with a wonderfully varied background across education, hospitality, and the holiday home industry. She brings plenty of energy, warmth, and adaptability to the role, along with a natural talent for building great relationships and keeping cool under pressure. Whether she’s solving a tricky problem, sharing a laugh with a customer, or jumping in to help the team, Daisy is all about making every interaction a positive one. Outside of work, Daisy loves spending time with her new family, exploring more of beautiful New Zealand, and zipping around town in her pride and joy — her trusty RAV4!
Brett Wright
Operations & Relocations Manager
Meet Brett, our logistics maestro with a life as wild as his motorbike, motorboat, and automotive passions. Beyond a suit, Brett's logistics journey spans from dispatching linehaul fleets to becoming the Health & Safety guy, before joining the SEA Containers NZ team. During his time with us he conquered container sales and hire, before we told him it would be a great idea (and he believed us!) to focus on captaining our operations and container relocations functions at HO. Connect with Brett, because when it comes to logistics, he's not just steering the ship; he's making it an adventure!
Connor Bougen
Logistics Manager
Connor is a born-and-bred Kiwi who kicked off his career with a shipping line straight out of university. He has spent the last few years sharpening his container logistics and commercial expertise in London and across Europe. Now back home, he brings a wealth of global industry knowledge, a calm-under-pressure approach, and a classic "get stuck in and give it a go" attitude. When he's not keeping our supply chain moving, you'll find him surfing, snowboarding, or enjoying a relaxing walk along the beach.
Kelley Jones
Sales Manager - Auckland North and Southern Northland
Kelley is based in Rodney and is our Sales Manager for Auckland North through to Ruakākā. Her journey into the container world began after returning from her OE. With more than 20 years’ experience in Architectural Design, Kelley realised she enjoyed spending time with people far more than spending her days in front of a computer. She now brings over 10 years’ container industry experience, together with sales management experience in the building sector, giving her a great mix of practical, design and customer knowledge. Outside of work, Kelley channels her creative side into abstract art and enjoys walking, the beach, sunshine and spending time with family and friends. Drawn to SEA Containers NZ by our product range, nationwide reach and positive team culture, Kelley is excited to be on board and keen to get out and meet customers across her region. Need a container solution? Give Kelley a call — she’d love to help.
Sarah McQuoid
Sales Manager – Auckland, West Auckland to South Auckland
Sarah looks after SEA Containers NZ customers across Auckland, covering the region from West Auckland through to South Auckland. She comes to SEA Containers with plenty of experience in looking after customers and finding solutions. After starting her career in the travel industry, Sarah spent the past 18 years in FMCG, giving her a wealth of knowledge around supermarkets, retailers and understanding what customers really need. Sarah describes herself as a “solution solver”, so whether you need a straightforward container or have something a little more challenging in mind, give Sarah a call and see what she can come up with. Her early career in travel also left her with a serious travel bug. If you’re planning your next holiday, be warned — a conversation with Sarah about containers can quite easily turn into comparing travel notes and discussing where you should head next! Outside of work, Sarah spends plenty of time with her husband, who conveniently works in the airline industry, and their two sons. The family makes an annual pilgrimage to Whananaki each January and, as Warriors season-ticket holders, you’ll also find them cheering from the stands — UP THE WAHS! When she’s not planning the next trip or supporting the Warriors, Sarah enjoys a good book, binge-watching MasterChef or The Block, catching up with friends and the occasional Pink Gin.
Nigel Humffreys
Sales Manager - Central Region
Nigel is based in Hamilton and is looking after the North Waikato, Coromandel and South Auckland. Having started out in the Diesel Mechanical industry and then moving into Retail for 15 years he has a can do attitude and a strong focus on customer service. After spending a couple of years with a competitor container company he has a good understanding of the container game. When not at work he loves riding and tinkering with anything with two wheels and when its warm enough in the water surfing. Get in touch with Nigel with your container needs.
Nigel Wilson
Sales Manager - Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Taupō & Wairoa
Nigel might be new to the SEA Containers NZ team, but he’s certainly no stranger to the container industry. With a strong background in sales and a knack for problem-solving, Nigel enjoys working with customers to turn ideas into practical container solutions. Looking after the Bay of Plenty and East Coast regions, Nigel is your local go-to for anything container related. Whether you need a straightforward storage container or have something a little more outside the box in mind, give Nigel a call — he’ll be only too happy to talk through the options and help bring your idea to life. When he’s not talking containers, you’ll most likely find Nigel out on the lake waterskiing or hitting the mountain bike trails, usually with friends and family in tow
Dean Gibson
Sales Manager - Wellington and Lower North island
Dean joins us with years of industry specific experience and a lifetime of sales management under his belt. He brings a heavy focus on service and is committed to helping customers find the best containerised solutions for their needs. Deans' area covers the Lower North Island (Manawatu and Wellington Regions). Dean can be described in many ways, tattoo collector, beard grower, both good and bad at golf (at the same time) ... plus an unpublished children’s book author. However to him, his most impressive accomplishment is being both a Father and Grandfather, and the role he plays in helping raise his children to become better versions of himself. We look forward to the positive impact Dean will have not just in his specific Regions, but to SEA Containers as a whole. Dean is available through the details below, please feel free to reach out anytime.
Nick Moore
Regional Manager - South island
Nick is a proud born-and-bred Southern Man who keeps the rest of us "Northerners" grounded—whether we like it or not! And trust us, once you meet him, you’ll understand why we don’t argue with him too often. Last century he played rugby professionally both here in New Zealand and “in the Republic” before returning to his roots in Otago with his then young family. Now that they are all grown up, he’s migrated to the Top of the South Island and looks after customers across both the Top of the South and the West Coast. Before joining our team, Nick spent several years at Lion, honing his sales skills in the beer world. One of his former colleagues joked that he’ll find these new products a bit harder to swallow—but we know he’s taken to the container game like a pro. Nick still has roots deeply embedded in the deep south and brings that down-to-earth, no-nonsense attitude to everything he does. Now that he is based in Nelson he is looking forward to doing more fishing and long walks on the beach.
John Bowen
Sales - canterbury region
John joins the SEA Containers team bringing with him a wealth of industry knowledge in the South Island. He has a vast number of transport connections, so if you need a container anywhere within the Southern Region, call him on 0508 732-266 The rest of us can't understand his notion of 'fun' which involves crashing through forests on his mountain bike and doing swimming in mud during the Tough Mudder days out. We have threatened his employment with termination if he ever suggests we all do this as a team bonding event!
Emma-Skye Lancaster
Sales Manager - southern region
Hailing from Canterbury, Emma-Skye has now truly planted both feet, and her heart, in Southland. She brings a background in sales, relationship building and finding practical solutions, along with a healthy dose of straight-talking, good humour and the occasional bit of stubbornness. When she’s not working, Emma-Skye is happiest outdoors. You’ll find her with a bow in hand, chasing a little white ball around a golf course, or standing knee-deep in a canal trying to convince a big trout or salmon that it really does want to be caught. She also enjoys landscape painting, although whether that counts as relaxing is still up for debate. Most of all, she spends her time with her small human, who keeps her fit chasing him around. Between him, a golf ball and a few ambitious fish, she certainly doesn’t struggle to keep busy! Emma-Skye loves the Southland lifestyle, a good yarn and getting out and about meeting people. She’s looking forward to getting to know SEA Containers’ customers across the Lower South Island and, naturally, finding plenty of good excuses to talk containers along the way.
