Our People

People to help you realise those great ideas.

Our Core team was established based on the values that mirror the heart of Thorden Glass, the company: loyal, hard working, honest, high level of integrity, innovative and an enquiring and creative mind.

We want you to feel comfortable talking to professionals who have your best interests in mind – people who can direct, suggest, trouble shoot, problem solve and source the absolute best.

It’s the great minds and attitudes, coupled with our integrated skills that make this team very special.

Thor Christensen - Design Consultant

Thor is the first person you will talk to when it comes to the design process.  He is our creative leader who can turn those ideas into a glass reality.

Thor has an intricate knowledge and skill at how you can make glass work – shape it, mould it, colour it, texturise it, print it, cut it…  And if you are ever running short of ideas then Thor will always bring some new ones to the table.

Richard Vincent – Production Manager

Richard is the glue that binds the project schedulers, installers and production team together ensuring you receive your projects on time and to a very highest standard.  You can also see Richard when you want to discuss your project requirements and price.

Andrew Batkins – Office Manager

Andrew is responsible for all the administrative requirements in the business including debtors, creditors, staff management and invoice processing.

Donna Andrews - Project Scheduler

Donna will help you with all your general glass enquiries, including any specific information regarding your project.  She is responsible for scheduling and overseeing delivery of your project directly to you or via your Thorden installer.

Dean Andrews, Peter Cooper- Installers

We have a fantastic team of experienced glass installers who will ensure that your Thorden Glass product is supplied and installed exactly as planned. 

John Christensen - Specialist Glazier

John handles all our automotive, boating and generalist glazing requests.  He is the best and most experienced glazier in the business and we are lucky to have him on our team.  John will have your job completed quickly and efficiently so that you don’t have to worry about those annoying glass repair jobs any more.

Aaron Hoey - Water Jet Operator

We all think that Aaron probably has the best job around here, and we don’t think that operating the water jet can really be called a job – it looks like way too much fun!  But operating this whizzy machine is a skill in itself, and we are grateful for the fantastic work that Aaron does.  And maybe a little envious too.

James Carruthers – Coating Applicator

James works with our specialised glass coating systems, mixing and mastering the palette to colour your world.     

Whakatane glass, coloured glass, painted glass, splash liners, wall liners , shower glass, custom glass, glass art, mirrors, marine glass, automotive glass, designer glass, water jet cutting, stained glass, printed glass, embossed glass, designer glass, feature walls, balustrades, pool surrounds, glass tiles, glass panels, glass doors, glass windows, glass cutting, glass installation, glazing, reception desks, glass signage, shop windows, retail frontage, trophies, precision cutting, Zie Collection, Graphic Glass, Interior Glass, Exterior Glass, Specialist Glass, low iron glass, safety glass