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Manawatu & TRC Toyota
Meet the team
Debbie Hart
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.
Brendon Hart
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.
Steve O'Hara
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!
Nikki Crossley
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.
Steve O'Hara
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!
Nikki Crossley
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.
Serin Edwards
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.
Maureen Coulson
Service Advisor
Maureen has been with TRC Toyota Masterton since 2004, arriving with a wealth of Toyota knowledge after spending 12 years at King Toyota. Maureen enjoys gardening and going to her bach at Ngawai Beach for some fishing and surf casting. Maureen keeps herself busy with family – she has 3 grown children, 7 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren!
Igshaan Dawood
Technician
Igshaan hails from sunny South Africa, and after making NZ his home, he joined our team in 2019 with a wealth of experience. He enjoys the simple things in life – fishing, BBQs and exploring his adopted country.
Jayk Hardie
Technician
Jayk joined our team in 2018 and is passionate about cars - even after working on vehicles all week, he spends his spare time working on his own one. He also plays basketball and enjoys the company of his friends.
Wayne Bowater
Apprentice Technician
Wayne joined us an Apprentice Technician in 2018, after spending his whole life working on a dairy farm. He enjoys fishing, rugby, motorbikes, and in his spare time, he likes working on cars.
Rod Flett
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.
Stan Stewart
Groomer
Stan has been with the team since 2010, bringing with him a strong background in FMCG. Stan enjoys gardening, diving, fishing, and golf. He also enjoys family time with his wife Lorraine, 2 children, and 6 grandchildren.
Serin Edwards
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.
Lincoln Chapman
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.
Brendon Hart
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.
Kay Allanson
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.
