about sansom

Our reputation is renowned for high expertise and quality in our fields.

We specialise in waterproofing and tanking membrane systems, seismic strengthening, concrete defect repairs, structural remediation, protective coatings, seismic movement joints, facade waterproofing, sealants, remedial concrete injection, auto guidance cables, and Newton Systems. 
Established in 1975, Sansom is a specialist company dedicated to solving complex building, bridge, and structural challenges. Over five decades, we’ve built an exceptional reputation for expertise and quality in maintenance, repairs and structural/seismic upgrades. Our proven track record in analysing and solving building problems has positioned us as a trusted partner, and we are now more involved in the front end of the construction industry – completing early contractor involvement projects and tender contracts with all major New Zealand Construction companies.
While primarily serving the upper North Island, we successfully deliver projects throughout New Zealand and internationally in Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Hong Kong.
With over 150 skilled staff specialising in waterproofing and structural remediation, we’re committed to delivering the right solutions for every project.
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meet our directors

Elton brings a strong commercial aspect and practical experience to the team. Elton is responsible for the delivery of numerous large-scale projects. His speciality is underground waterproofing solutions on large-scale and complex projects.

Elton also holds for Sansom the German-based IRP qualification that allows us access to specialised products, allowing us to provide specialist concrete repair services. Elton joined Sansom in 1992 and became a partner in 2004.

Elton stuRmfels

Director
B.Sc. (I.R.P. Certified)

Steven is an experienced commercial manager with 25+ years background in major refurbishments/ alterations. He has experience with numerous commercial and residential projects in New Zealand and the Netherlands. Steven has worked predominately in on-site contracts management style roles and brings a great deal of practical experience to Sansom. Steven is heavily involved in the general management aspect of the company. Steven became a partner in 2008.

STEVEN VAN RHOON

Director

James has a national diploma in quantity surveying and project management. He has extensive experience working in the sealant/jointing, tanking, waterproofing, coating, and concrete repair industry.

Prior to joining Sansom. James worked in Southland for six years, managing and completing the new build and maintenance of electrical transmission lines for Transpower. James also spent a few years volunteering as an operation firefighter for the NZ Fire Service.

JAMES BENINGTON

Director

Chad has over 20 years of experience in the concrete repair industry and has worked as a team leader worldwide. Chad believes the single greatest asset of Sansom concrete repairs is their staff, whose skill, determination and can-do attitude are a credit to the company. Chad has extensive and valuable experience in the remediation of concrete structures, strengthening and injections and has completed training courses with the University of Cape Town, Sika, BASF, Mapei, and Stone Core.

CHAD HOLMES

Director of Concrete Repairs