Bryan Smith

Company Director

Bryan started Self Loader Logging back in 1987 with Bryan being the only driver and operating his first Self Loading Truck.

Since then he has continued to build the business and company name up ever since.

Bryan is an Excecutive board member on the Log Transport Safety Council and has been for a number of years.

Bryan has of late taken a small step back from the business and is passing over the reigns to Wayne our General Manager.

Wayne Parker

General Manager

Wayne joined our team in 2020 as Operations Manager & through his experience and commitment to the business, progressed to the role of General Manager in 2026.

With more than 30 years of experience across the repair, insurance and heavy transport industries, Wayne brings extensive industry knowledge and practical expertise to his role.

His strong understanding of the industry and hands on experience make him as integral part of the team, maintaining high standards of service and ensuring our operation continue to run efficiently.

Jamie Bowmar

Operations Manager

Jamie stepped into the Operations Manager role in 2026, bringing a strong background and broad knowledge to the position.

Jamie originally started with the business as a mechanic, gaining valuable hands-on experience before progressing into a 2IC role. From there, Jamie moved into the dispatch role, developing further experience in coordination, planning and day-to-day operations.

This progression from Mechanic, to 2IC, to dispatcher and now Operations Manager reflects Jamie’s growth within the business and provides a well-rounded understanding of both practical and operational sides of the organisation.

Roy Harris

Health and Safety Manager

Roy Harris has started as our Health and Safety Manager earlier in 2022.

Since joining the team he has brought some great new idea's to the table to get our Health and Safety procedures where they need to be.

Roy has also been a driver for us since May 2021 when we purchased Hill Log Haulage fleet and he had been with them since 2000. We are thankful for all his time spent with both Companies.

We are excited to see where his future within the company grows to.

Monique Murphy

Office Manager

Monique is a returning staff member after originally starting at Self Loader Logging back in 2007.

With over 20 year's experience in accounting & administrative roles Monique brings a strong understanding of all our company systems and expectations. With already being familiar with the company's culture it made for a seamless transition into the office manager role.

Monique is committed to bringing a high level of professionalism, attention to detail and a solutions focused mindset to support the continued success of our company.

Bryan Anglesey

Workshop Manager

Bryan Anglesey has started as out Workshop Manager in early 2022.

Bryan originally worked for Hill Log Haulage and in June 2022 joined the team at Self Loader Logging after the purchase of Hill Log Haulage fleet. Bryan had been with Hill Log Haulage since 2002.

Bryan's performance and long service with both companies quickly moved him to become our workshop manager.

Bryan shows great leadership skills and has a great respect from his team. We look forward to see him grow more within his trade.

Eilish Barrett

Dispatcher

Eilish Barrett

Dispatcher

Eilish joined the Self Loader team in 2026, Starting her career working for Trimble as a dispatcher while studying, before moving into a full-time role in 2024. During this time, she gained extensive dispatching experience, coordinating multiple customers throughout the Coromandel & Eastern Bay of Plenty regions.

Eilish has also supported a team with setting up the WSX system helping operators make the most of the technology. She also gained valuable experience working in dispatch for Forestry Corporation NSW.

With dispatching experience across both New Zealand and NSW, Eilish brings a welth of knowledge and practical experience to our team.