MELCHAIN - Key Persons
Andrew Caddy started working in the fencing industry in 2000, beginning as an Estimator for Lee Bros Fencing (seven years) then and as a Senior Estimator/Project Manager at Otter Fencing Group (eight years). Since late 2015, Andrew has been General Manager of Melbourne Chain Wire Fencing and has overseen the construction of $21M of works since the company became part of ProWire Fencing Group in 2015.
Drew Smith has been working in the fencing industry since 2013; with Melbourne Chain Wire Fencing since 2016 and three years prior with Otter Fencing. Before that, he worked in landscaping civil works. Drew has overseen the construction of over $7M of works since he joined the company. He has extensive experience in managing fencing works construction for civil projects and education properties.
Harley Lowdell is our newly appointed Junior Project Manager. Harley has a background in construction and has been with us since 2019
Jacqui Butcher, came to Melbourne Chain Wire Fencing in 2015 with more than 17 years' experience in operational management. Jacqui has a background in finance, human resources, and people and project management in the public sector and higher education sectors. Her biggest strengths are aligning service and processes to achieve business aims and HR and financial compliance.
Our Logistics Manager, Johnny Stagnitta, has worked in the fencing industry since 2016. He leads our warehouse and logistics team ensuring timely fabrication and collection of materials required for each project, along with Ryan Lawrence who has several years of experience in fabrication and logistics. Mat Hansen who has over eight years' experience in logistics in the fencing industry and ensures all materials are delivered to sites on time. Kane Richards, Tom Donohue and Jeremy Hansen each provide support in the warehouse.
Matt Parsons joined Melbourne Chain Wire Fencing in 2018, bringing an extensive background in fencing. Most recently, Matt was a key client manager for two years with ARC Fencing as part of their sales team. Matt previously ran his own Jim's Fencing franchise for over ten years, giving him experience in quoting and constructing a wide variety of fencing projects.
Wayde Kendall made a significant career change when he joined Melbourne Chain Wire Fencing in 2020 after 17 years working as a primary school teacher. While Wayde is quickly learning the finer details of fencing, he brings with him a detail focus and a passion for learning his new profession.