Senior Management Team
Matt Stevenson - CEO
I have worked in the security industry for over twenty-five years plus. Starting out in 1995 as a salesperson in Christchurch, I then established my own security firm which I sold in 2006 so that I could join my father, Fred, in building the HSM group in my home region of Hawkes Bay. During that time, we have expanded the services offered, from security installations, monitoring and security officer protection to fire protection and compliance (building warrant of fitness) and have seen the group grow from two employees to over 90. Both Fred and I are passionate about protecting people and keeping their homes, businesses, and investments secure and my focus is on ensuring an outstanding customer experience.
I feel it is important to contribute to the development and future of the security industry and have been able to do this through my role on the board of the NZ Security Association. As part of this role, I am on the committee for the development of the Australian and New Zealand Standards for numerous security applications.
Mark Bense - Business Development Manager
Practical experience and qualifications (three year Diploma (Level 6) in Electrical Engineering Light Current and Post Graduate Project Management Certificate), have developed my skills in all sectors of the security and fire industry from being a Service Technician, Project Manager and Sales Manager for a large Systems Integrator to being an Account Manager and Projects and Solutions Manager for one of the largest security, fire and ICT distributors in Africa. This puts me in a unique position, allowing me to comprehensively understand all aspects of the fire and security industry.
My enthusiasm for the industry and thirst for knowledge with a selection of suitable products and brands ensures that I can deliver a solution for everyone’s requirements. Dealing with the ever-changing security technology allows me to be innovative and to constantly think of ways to sell and implement these new products. Understanding our market and all the problems our customers face means I must constantly think outside the box to assist them to overcome these problems. No installation or solution is the same.
I moved with my family to New Zealand at the beginning of 2020 to join HSM where I am enjoying using my experience and skills to come up with innovative ideas to find a workable solution for our customers.
Lucas van der Merwe – Operations Manager
We have relocated from South Africa in 2017 and have gained valuable experience in the New Zealand Fire and Security over the last 5 years. During this time, I have registered as an IQP of the Waikato and BOP area. I share the HSM Group Vision – to become New Zealand’s number one choice to keep families, homes and business safe.
Anjay Hira - Compliance Manager
I am a qualified registered electrician (registration E243501) with many years’ experience, heading up our compliance team, including technicians that carry out required monthly and annual checks for building warrant of fitness compliance requirements which requires a thorough and methodical approach. I joined HSM in early 2016 and have enjoyed building a team that not only includes the technicians carrying out checks and remedial work, but also our service fire administrator and sales consultant that can assist with all queries and paperwork relating to your building warrant of fitness requirements. I am IQP Registered in Hawkes Bay (372) and am a Level 4 Fire Technician.