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CEO
Debbie has over 20 years history with Manawatu Toyota, having been here for 14 years before purchasing the company in 2004. When she’s not hard at work she can be seen out walking her two dogs Pepper and Coco and loves getting on her bike and cycling around the Manawatu.
Branch Manager
Brendon has worked in vehicle sales from a young age, both here in the Manawatu and then in Wellington before returning to Palmerston North when he and Debbie purchased the dealership in 2004. He loves motor sport of all kinds, still racing karts himself - trying to get spotted by one of the formula one teams we think? Brendon also enjoys playing soccer.
Vehicle Consultant
Before starting at TRC Masterton in 2016, Steve was the manager of the Masterton Cosmopolitan Club. In his spare time, Steve tries to fit in a game of snooker, however his 3 children and grandson keep him fairly busy outside of work!
Vehicle Consultant
Born in Masterton, Nikki moved with her family to America when she was seven years old, only to return two and a half years ago to reconnect with her roots. Before joining our team, she spent seven years in a hospitality role in the restaurant industry. She enjoys baking, cooking, being outdoors, playing football and spending time with Archie, her rescued feline fur baby.
Vehicle & Finance Consultant
Renee joined us in 2020 after moving to the Wairarapa from Nelson in 2019. Her work experience is all in the car industry where she started out in F&I and moved to sales. Outside of work, Renee enjoys horse riding, diving, fishing, trail rides and motorcross.
Vehicle Consultant
Before starting at TRC Masterton in 2016, Steve was the manager of the Masterton Cosmopolitan Club. In his spare time, Steve tries to fit in a game of snooker, however his 3 children and grandson keep him fairly busy outside of work!
Vehicle Consultant
Born in Masterton, Nikki moved with her family to America when she was seven years old, only to return two and a half years ago to reconnect with her roots. Before joining our team, she spent seven years in a hospitality role in the restaurant industry. She enjoys baking, cooking, being outdoors, playing football and spending time with Archie, her rescued feline fur baby.
Vehicle & Finance Consultant
Renee joined us in 2020 after moving to the Wairarapa from Nelson in 2019. Her work experience is all in the car industry where she started out in F&I and moved to sales. Outside of work, Renee enjoys horse riding, diving, fishing, trail rides and motorcross.
Parts & Service Manager
Serin started in 2006 as an apprentice, has worked his way up to DMT status and now has taken on the role of Service and Parts Manager. He enjoys football, restoring his classic vehicle and spending time with his wife and two children.
Customer Service Specialist
Casey is a local girl who joined us in 2020 after time spent in the car parts industry and seven years as a nanny. In her spare time she plays soccer and manages her household of four kids!
Service Advisor
Lucy is originally from the beautiful Wairarapa and now calls Greytown home. She joined our team in 2021 after four years as Territory Manager for Blackmore's covering the Lower North Island. In her free time you can find her watching her son's sports or at home tending her garden.
Technician
Aaron has been with Toyota for 13 years as a Diagnostic Master Technician, and after a short time away, rejoined our team in 2019. His hobbies outside of work are playing guitar and riding his motorbike.
Technician
Garth is a proud Wairarapa lad, born and raised in Masterton. He joined the team in 2020 after 8 years working as a technician locally. When not at work, Garth can be found out riding his motorbike.
Technician
Originally from Norfolk, England, Adrian moved to NZ with his family 15 years ago. He settled in the Wairarapa in 2020 before joining our team in 2021. He has a wealth of automotive knowledge gained over 42 years in the industry. He spends his free time DIYing, fishing or hanging out with his wonderful wife and their two children.
Apprentice Technician
Born and bred in Masterton, Fletcher finished school in 2019 and went straight into a mechanic apprenticeship with us in 2020. After hours, he likes to work on his own cars and hang out with friends.
Groomer
Rod has been in the Toyota network for over 17 years, joining Manawatu & TRC Toyota in 2017 after moving to Masterton. Rod enjoys going for drives, watching racing, visiting Castlepoint for fishing, and home gardening.
Groomer
Originally from Porirua, John spent time in Australia before moving to Masterton in 2002. Prior to joining our team in 2020, John worked in the wool, printing and car industries. He loves motorbikes, horses and spending time with his family.
Parts & Service Manager
Serin started in 2006 as an apprentice, has worked his way up to DMT status and now has taken on the role of Service and Parts Manager. He enjoys football, restoring his classic vehicle and spending time with his wife and two children.
Parts Team Leader
Lincoln joined the team in 2015, coming from a background in animal care with Wellington Zoo and a local Vet. Lincoln loves to spend time with his wife and children, and squeezing in a bit of gaming when he can.
Customer Service Specialist
Casey is a local girl who joined us in 2020 after time spent in the car parts industry and seven years as a nanny. In her spare time she plays soccer and manages her household of four kids!
General Manager
Brendon has worked in vehicle sales from a young age, both here in the Manawatu and then in Wellington before returning to Palmerston North when he and Debbie purchased the dealership in 2004. He loves motor sport of all kinds, still racing karts himself - trying to get spotted by one of the formula one teams we think? Brendon also enjoys playing soccer.
Administration
Kay joined the team in 2010, starting in an Administration role. She is now in a Sales support role while still handling Administration responsibilities. Kay loves going to the beach, fishing, taking walks, and spending time with her family.