Hamilton’s roofing experts.

The Roofing Specialists Ltd is a family run business which was established in 1988 by Frank and Levern Thomas.
The Roofing Specialists was a founding member of The Roofing Association of NZ (RANZ) and as a member of RANZ our customers are provided with the assurance that our work meets the high quality backed by the association.
The staff at The Roofing Specialists boasts an extensive range of skills and experience and is represented by qualifications in plumbing,  metal roof installation and the company holds Asbestos class A&B licenses.

The Roofing Specialists employs full time staff and have long standing working relationships with our sub-contractors.
We are at the forefront of the industry with certifications and technology this means that we can provide solutions on all commercial and residential projects. 

Our Team

Managing Director - Simon Heaps 

 
Simon has a long standing working relationship with RSL and became general manager in 2017.  In 2021 he and his wife Monique took over the day to day running of the business.

He gained managerial experience through his previous employment and running his own Engineering Business which is in the same premises as RSL.
Simon’s true passion lies with Engineering and Mechanical and through this he is extremely versatile when applying this knowledge to roofing and construction works.

Simon strives for perfection and customer satisfaction is imperative in both companies.
Simon is a Certified Class A & B Asbestos removalist and oversees most of our Asbestos contracts..

Simon brings a fresh approach to staff and business management and is well respected within the construction industry.

Simon can be reached on ext 3 or simon@roofingspecialists.co.nz



Admin Manager & QS
Monique Heaps (Thomas)
 
Monique has been employed with RSL since finishing her schooling.
Roofing is in her blood and she is passionate about customer satisfaction.

During her time within the business she has built up her knowledge of the roofing industry and various products used specifically for residential projects.  She loves seeing the transformations a re-roof brings to a property.

Monique has undergone training in the Exact Roofing computer software and uses this program alongside our Fergus software to provide our clients with accurate quotes in an efficient manner.

Monique balances her time at RSL with supporting the Engineering business she has with her husband Simon and raising their young family.

Monique can be reached on ext 1 or monique@roofingspecialists.co.nz




Contracts Manager & Commercial QS  Peter Fluhler 
 
Peter has been in the roofing industry for 35+ years.   After he served a plumbing apprenticeship he worked as a roofer, during which time he was also the workshop manager of a roofing sheet metal factory in Melbourne Australia. 

Upon his return to New Zealand he was employed as a Quantity Surveyor/Estimator with a roofing manufacturing company prior to beginning his employment with The Roofing Specialists. 

Peter has been a valued member of the RSL team for over 20 years. 
Throughout  this time he has had to liaison with architects, suppliers, site managers and other key trades people.
He is continuously faced with new products and specifications as the industry expands and strives to find the best solutions for our clients.

Peter can be reached on ext 2 or peter@roofingspecialists.co.nz
Project Supervisor – 
Jamie Morgan


Jamie has a long-standing working relationship with RSL either through the wage staff or subcontracting since 2007.

Jamie holds his National Certificate in Metal Roofing and Wall Cladding as well as his Building Practitioner (LBP) Licence, he also has extensive experience has part of our Asbestos removal team.

Communication with staff and clients is a high priority for Jamie and when roofing he consistently performs to a high standard striving to meet and beat targets. 
Jamie is a positive role model for other members of our team and his friendly and professional attitude makes him an approachable mentor when training others.
He has experience leading teams of various sizes and skill levels through his experience subcontracting all of this making him just the right person to have as our Project Supervisor. 

Jamie can be contacted by emailing jamie@roofingspecialists.co.nz
or on 021 489 600

Senior Accounts Administrator-
Raewyn Furth
Raewyn has been part of the RSL team since 2016.

Through her experience in finance and banking she ensures accounts and admin duties are completed promptly and precisely.

Raewyn spends Wednesday - Friday in the office and can be reached on ext 4 or admin@roofingspecialists.co.nz


 Health & Safety Coordinator/
Asbestos Supervisor - 
Paul Nathan

 
Paul (PJ) began his time with RSL in 2017.

His passion for Asbestos removal began early on learning from Frank and Simon. 
His goals have always been future focussed in this area gaining his B Class Supervisor licence was an achievement taken very seriously with the forward goal of A Class always in mind.

Paul is an energetic & valued member of our RSL whanau who looks at a job from the practical perspective, evaluating the most effective method to undertake a task from his experience ‘on the tools’.

He shines enthusiasm in the Health and Safety Co-Ordinator role and is heavily focused on a communication-based approach between customer, leadership team and site staff.

Paul’s loyalty is evident in this position as not only is he protecting the best interest of RSL he is ensuring that our team go home safe at the end of each day.

Paul can be reached on ext 5 or safety@roofingspecialists.co.nz

Administration Assistant -

Kerri Schneider



Kerri joined the team in 2023 and spends weekdays in the office (school hours)


Kerri is friendly and efficient and always willing to lend a hand where needed.


Kerri can be reached on ext 6 or kerri@roofingspecialists.co.nz


Testimonials

See some of the testimonials we have on offer from our recent jobs.

Founding Directors 

Frank & Levern Thomas 

Frank Thomas’s working career in the Roofing Industry spans 50 years.
Frank qualified as a Registered Plumber, following this, he spent 14 years working as a plumber and roofer for a large plumbing & roofing business involved in both contracting and manufacturing.

In 1988 The Roofing Specialists Ltd was formed.  The company is approved by the major NZ roofing manufacturers as certified installers of metal and translucent sheeting and holds distributorships for installation of metal tiles and fascia along with butyl membrane and torch-on systems.  

Through his personal dedication to the roofing industry and desire to achieve a more professional and trained industry, Frank has been personally committed to RANZ and industry training since 1998.  

Frank began the consultancy side of the business early 2006 where he uses his expertise in assisting in the mediation of problem jobs throughout New Zealand. 

As he has stepped away from the day to day running of the business,  
In September 2020 Frank began a new chapter having secured a place on the Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) Board where his experience in the industry was utilised Nationwide. 

Levern has worked closely with all office staff and overseen payroll.  
Often approached for her thorough advice and her eye for detail.

Together with Frank they have built the company to where it stands today. 

Frank and Levern retired in 2021.




May 2019 
Frank was awarded The Roofing Association of New Zealand's highest honour of Life Membership.
The award is in recognition of his long and outstanding contribution, service and dedication to the industry.


October 2023

Frank was awarded the Colorsteel NZ Service to Roofing Award for his dedication and commitment to the Roofing Industry.

Call the roofing experts on 07 849 4160
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