Specialised & Emergency Vehicles Australia
QUALITY & INNOVATION
Specialised & Emergency Vehicles Australia (SEVA) currently manufactures solutions for a number of industry sectors, including medical emergency, infrastructure, resources, military and transportation vehicles. SEVA specialises in front-line emergency vehicles, mine-compliant emergency vehicles, three-door Land Cruiser Troop Carrier Ambulances, and light commercial vehicles for both private and government departments. SEVA works closely with leading industry partners all around Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
We genuinely believe that our people make the difference and ensure a quality product is ultimately delivered to our customers. Our team provide the very best in design and technology but more importantly they put a lot of care and thought into their plans to really understand the inner workings of our customers’ businesses.
What do our customers like about us? Our fresh approach to design, “can do” attitude and the fact we take the time to really get a handle on the inner workings of their business or organisation. Our team has shown significant skill and expertise designing and building sophisticated and smartly designed units, most recently service utilities and trucks for Queensland Rail (QR). In order to get a better understanding of what is required, our team spent time with QR operational staff and fleet team before putting together a new specification. The final result was a standardised vehicle fleet with modern safety technology, user convenience and a layout that supports QR staff to provide the best possible support to rail infrastructure. Having our engineers and end users working together on the design was the key to its success.
MEET OUR TEAM
We are a uniquely diverse team of experienced problem solvers. We really pride ourselves on a challenging attitude, backed with a strong vision. That vision is centered around developing the way your fleet will access the world and supported with modern management skills into a well-rounded and structured business that offers fresh ideas to the market.
Stephen Harper
Engineering Manager
Stephen Harper, our Engineering Manager, has a long history of success in a variety of technical and managerial roles. Drawing on a mix of sound industry understanding and out of the box thinking, Stephen is able to find innovative and efficient solutions to solving the diverse challenges posed by our customers. Having managed a reputable business in the UK for many years, Stephen sought fresh challenges here in QLD. The past 12 years have seen Stephen focus his efforts on the specialist vehicle industry, helping to drive the growth of SEVA and gaining the confidence of our customers.
David Rouault
Business Development Manager
David works closely with SEVA’s customers making sure every vehicle conversion is personalised to each customer's needs. David has had over 30 years experience in the body building industry and brings valuable knowledge with him to SEVA.
In David's down time he enjoys spending time with his family, boating and camping.. David said he's not too good at fishing though so best to pack lunch!
Paul Thoday
Workshop Supervisor
Paul brings 30 + years of experience in Auto electrical, air-conditioning and leadership to SEVA. Working closely with our Workshop Manager, Paul provides supervision to our apprentices with a big smile and a positive attitude. In Pauls down time he likes to frequent the gym and spend time with his wife and grandchildren. He also represents his state (NSW) in touch footy, but we won’t hold that against him!
Ryan Hingston
Production & Quality Manager
Brings 20+ years of industry experience, an almost obsessive eye for detail and quality and a friendly laid back management style. Ryan’s confident and approachable, no nonsense work attitude has helped us to continuously grow our business by forming a close knit team, driven to meet our customers’ needs. Outside of work Ryan splits his time between his young family and enjoying the open road on two wheels.
Andrew Saunders
Workshop Manager
Andrew was born with a wrench in his hand and was always destined for our industry. Over the last 16 years, Andrew has gained a broad range of hands on experience, firstly as a light vehicle mechanic, then motor body builder and auto-electrical technician, picking up a range of trade certifications along the way. More recently Andrew has had the opportunity to develop his leadership skills by filling the position of Workshop Manager.
In Andrew’s free time he loves to travel the worlds cheese factories with his family, and on a lazy day he likes to relax on the couch and watch the Super Cars.
Samuel Regan
Repairs & Maintenance Co-ordinator
Sam brings years of experience in the automotive world and the communication industry to SEVA to ensure that 110% satisfaction is guaranteed on every job. With the correct attitude and approach, every customer and every job through the SEVA workshop will get the exact same level of customer service and satisfaction. Outside of work, Sam is a car nut and enthusiast, enjoying the outdoors getting muddy whilst 4wding.
Tammy Zollia
Finance & Office Manager
Tammy has a strong background in Administration, with experience in all facets of business. She is highly motivated & dedicated with a passion for continuous & personal growth. With a strong work ethic and positive attitude she is always eager to take on a new challenge & contribute to the success of any team or organisation.
Away from work, if’s she’s not elbow deep in a house renovation she loves to spend time with family & friends. She enjoys getting outdoors, whether that is working on the garden or having a lazy day on the beach. But her all-time favourite thing to do is reading a great book.
Laurie Uhlmann
Purchasing & Procurement Officer
Laurie is SEVA’s Purchasing and Procurement Officer with a world of knowledge in the Automotive industry and 16 years’ experience in heavy and light vehicle service and parts operations; both national and internationally, Laurie has a broad skillset useful to SEVA and our customers.
In his time away from work Laurie is a collector of old motorbikes and cars. Laurie is happy to be grounded locally and a proud father to a young family.
