Meet the team
Tim Babbage - General Manager
Tim's passion for drilling is rivalled by his love for Manchester United.
Works closely in Australia and New Zealand with our Regional Managers in drilling fluid solutions.
M: +6427 4 70 0777
E: tim@blick.group
Jon Speedy - Strategic Partner Manager
Known to take on the hottest curries.
Based in Christchurch, covers the South Island and lower North Island as well as customers in Auckland and support into Australia.
M: +64 21 781 861
E: jon@blick.group
Shaun Tubb - General Manager
Shaun will pull out a Seinfeld quote to suit any occasion. So challenge him to come up with a quote about your problem.
Shaun is our GM - Operations - with a vision and the tech skills to deliver it.
He’s relentlessly dissatisfied - if there’s an innovative, effective way of doing something - he will find it.
M: +64 27 868 0026
E: shaun@blick.group
Bri Phillips - Regional Manager
Hiking, snorkelling, and any travel combined with coffee and family take up Bri’s time away from site.
Based in Perth, covers WA, SA and NT, focused on HDD, waterwell, diamond coring and construction.
M:+61 433 351 738
E: bri@blick.group
Meghan Stannett - Account Manager
Based in Hamilton, working with clients in the upper North Island for HDD, waterwell, diamond coring and construction.
Leads the lab testing programme to support Australia and New Zealand.
M:+64 27 266 6210
E: meghan@blick.group
Lulu - Happiness and Conflict Resolution Manager
Lulu’s here for treats and pats. Her days consist of coffee walks and keeping Chris company.
Sometimes you just need someone to listen when you’re working through a problem. When Tim and Clay need reassuring looks, Lulu’s there.
Clay Adams - Regional Manager
Bits, mountain biking, and banter.
Based in Hamilton, providing technical support and drilling fluid programmes across both countries while leading tunnelling and construction across Australia and New Zealand.
M:+64 27 520 0742
E: clay@blick.group
Luke Galanti - Regional Manager
Highly entertaining and a great listener.
Based in Melbourne, covers the East Coast for HDD, waterwell, diamond coring and construction.
M:+61 426 763 048
E: luke@blick.group
Nisha Shariff - Finance Manager
Known internally as “The Boss” Nisha is the brains of the outfit, controls the purse strings and is usually at the centre of decision making.
As our Finance Manager - Nisha wrangles accountants while managing Forex and cashflow.
Nisha loves doing a great job, is easy to get along with, and can hold her own with the team.
P: +64 7 849 2366
E: nisha@blick.group
Chris Thomas - Procurement Manager
There’s a reason Lulu (Clay’s dog) hangs out in Chris’ office. He’s full of good energy, positivity and is incredibly loyal.
As Procurement Manager, Chris purchases our stock and custom items for customers. He’s deep into the detail, nails the numbers, and is always happy to help.
Chris has excellent relationships with our suppliers, customers and the Blick team.
P: +64 7 849 2366
M: +64 21 646 336
E: chris@blick.group
Michael Calledine - Logistics Manager (Australia)
Michael gets around single malt whiskey - Scottish, Japanese… they all hit the spot. He also enjoys a bit of biking - peddle power on the road, or up a mountain.
Michael is our extremely helpful Logistics Manager in Australia. He’s super organised, works hard, and makes sure your orders get despatched on time.
M: +61 488 288 121
E: michael.c@blick.group
Michael Tubb - Logistics Manager (New Zealand)
Mighty Mike maims massive meals of meat (cause he used to be a butcher). Happiest when wearing his Blick bucket hat & hunting for marlin.
If you need a pallet of Max Gel loaded onto your truck, Mike’s your man. Frequently found in the forklift - you won’t find a Logistics Manager with better banter. He takes pride in his work, gets on well with customers, and has a great sense of humour.
P: +64 7 849 2366
M: +64 22 312 6905
E: mike@blick.group
Owned by Aussies & Kiwis -
supplying locally throughout Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.
1970
Blick began as Australasian Diamond Tools - with a focus on manufacturing equipment for the diamond coring industry.
2005
New owners, a lot to learn, and a need to shift the business; from manufacturing, to import and distribution.
2008
New name, manufacturing side sold, and a new focus; expanding to cover all aspects of the drilling industry.
2018
Some original owners were bought out, and a new business partner was brought in.
Our new mission is to help contractors achieve success.
Industry news & articles
Clay wrote an article about Tricone & PDC disruption in NZ