About Us

For almost 40 years, the team at Riverbank Engineering have been a pillar in the supply of engineering, hydraulics and machining solutions, servicing the Kapiti, Horowhenua and Greater Wellington regions.

Our reliable team of engineers, mechanics, design and hydraulics technicians are the guys you can trust to get the job done.

Employing a healthy mix of ten experienced and skilled staff. We're a keen investor in people, offering an apprentice programme aimed at capturing and nurturing the next generation of young engineering talent.

We pride ourselves in generating innovative engineering solutions for our customers' and are equally at home in the hydraulic and mechanical arena. Simply put; with our extensive stock of engineering supplies we are able to offer a 'one-stop-shop' for all of our clients' needs.

Strategically positioned in Otaki with easy access to State Highway 1, we are ideally placed to serve our customers across the farming, roading, construction and horticultural industries, whilst our retail shop is open to both public and trades people alike.

Dean Roberts B.Eng. Hons. - Managing Director, degree qualified with over 20 years' experience in the power transmission, design and mechanical engineering areas. Dean manages all the design work, utilising the most current Solid Works 3D modelling software, he can take your concepts, engineers' drawings or architects' plans and transform them from 2D sketches/drawings to 3D visualisation.
dean@riverbankeng.com

Bevan – Workshop Manager & Hydraulic Specialist, Born and bred in Otaki and a part of the Te Horo Volunteer Fire Service, Bevan is a familiar face in the Otaki and wider Kapiti Region. Bevan completed his apprenticeship in Structural and Mechanical Engineering in Waikanae and has ticked up more than 30 years of experience in the industry. Through this experience, he has been able to widen his abilities and now specialises in all aspects of Engineering including Hydraulics, making him a major asset to Riverbank Engineering.

Gavin – Machine specialist. Gavin has been with Riverbank Engineering for 10+ years, he is a tool maker by trade with 40 years’ experience. Gavin can create customised parts to provide fixes for older or more obscure hardware and machinery, in addition to the manufacture of new components.

Ayden – Stainless Steel & Aluminium specialist. Ayden is a qualified engineer with a passion for stainless steel & aluminium tig welding. His strong background includes automotive design and fabrication of custom vehicle components, tank builds, toolboxes and canopies

Plus an expanding team of skilled engineers and apprentices.

For a friendly chat about your projects and challenges, get in touch with us and see how we can bring a fresh and innovative approach to your business.