JOHN ROBERTSON
MANZAI - Director/Qualified Audiometrist
John is the managing Director of Hearing Technology and is a qualified Audiometrist. He is a caring person, who has been working with the hearing impaired for twenty years. He has the skills and knowledge to help you with your hearing loss from initial assessment to fitting you with the best hearing aid available - he understands hearing loss, and knows what you need. He achieved his qualification in Audiometry in Australia and is a full member of the Academy of New Zealand Audiometrists Incorporated. He also holds qualifications in the field of electronics as an Electronics Technician and Computer Servicing Specialist. This background has given him a unique range of skills that are so important in the fitting of state-of-the-art hearing aids. As the Managing Director, he is also responsible for casting the vision of the company, and making sure that YOU the customer receive the guarantee of improved hearing.



BRYAN DEW
Audiometrist
Bryan has been with Hearing Technology for nearing nine years. He first started out as the repair technician, repairing aids with wiring which is not much thicker than a human hair. Now as a qualified Audiometrist and a full member of ANZAI (Academy of New Zealand Audiometrists Incorporated), Bryan takes pride in his job which involves testing hearing and fitting you with the best hearing aid technology to meet your needs.  As a hearing aid wearing himself, Bryan understands what it’s like to deal with hearing loss and enjoys helping others with the same issues he faces.  Bryan is married, has three daughters and says “the most important thing for me in relation to my hearing is that I’m part of the conversation at home and know what’s going on.  Our logo says ‘Giving back life’ and that’s what I’ve experienced with my new hearing aids”.

BRAD POPE (BSLT; Maud; MNZAS)
Audiologist
Brad Pope joined us full-time in late 2006. Brad has a sound understanding of communication sciences and holds dual qualifications in both Communication Disorders and clinical Audiology.

Having graduated with a Bachelor Qualification in Speech-Language Therapy (BSLT) from the University of Canterbury, Brad went on to further his expertise completing a Masters Degree in Clinical Audiology (Maud) at the University of Auckland. In addition to working in the private sector, he has also spent three years working at the Canterbury University in hearing research, clinical education and as a practicing audiologist within the department of Communication Disorders.  Now as a member of the team at Hearing Technology, Brad’s primary focus is in private practice where he serves an important role in meeting the listening needs of Government funded audiological work.  Brad is a Full Member of the New Zealand Audiological Society (MNZAS) and an accredited provider to all New Zealand funded Audiological work (i.e. Enable New Zealand; War Pensions; ACC; Gold card holders etc).   

Brad receives great pleasure from helping others communicate optimally. He is very much a “people person” and fitting with our profession shows empathy to any person affected with communication impairment. He prides himself in being able to provide a professional service through reaching the ‘best’ solution for each individual’s needs and circumstance.

As a keen outdoorsman, Brad can be found either hunting or diving during his time away from work. “Always good to have a well stocked freezer for friends and family BBQs” states Brad.

Brad welcomes anyone wishing to gain advice and/or explore assistance with their hearing loss to come along and discuss their situation with him, without obligation.


STEVEN FOSTER (MANZAI RHAD MSHAA)
Audiologist, Auckland
Steven qualified as a Hearing Aid Audiologist in the UK in 1998 and practiced in the private sector there until moving with his family to New Zealand in 2006.  During this time, Steven joined a training team and was involved in training many new clinicians.  He has a passion for the "human" side of audiology and very much believes the person behind the ears is all important.  Steven has a great rapport with his customers and loves to have fun with everyone he meets.
 
Having been at the cutting edge of the industry for several years, Steven has a wealth of knowledge about hearing, hearing loss and hearing instruments.  He has spent the past 4 years greatly enhancing the service of one of New Zealand's largest Audiology chains and recently moved to Hearing Technology where he works as a Senior Audiometrist and also offers clinical support to the whole organization.
 
Steven is the Vice President of the Association of New Zealand Audiology Inc. (ANZAI) and works in a number of our Auckland based Clinics.


CHRIS JOSEPH
Audiometrist
Chris joined the team in 2008.  Chris comes from India where he has 20 years audiological experience including running and owning his own practice.  Having been in business himself he understands the essential elements of a successful practice.  He strives to give you an exceptional experience you may never get anywhere else, as well as access to cutting edge technology that will give you better hearing.  He loves his job and our beautiful country and is a real asset to our team in Auckland.


KATRIN WENDEL
Audiometrist
Katrin is an experienced Audiometrist, having qualified in Germany several years ago. She worked for one of the largest hearing aid dispensing clinics in Germany for five years before moving to New Zealand and has a vast range of experience with many different brands of hearing aid which we also fit here. Katrin has a great personality, is patient and very knowledgeable.

In 2008 Katrin decided to return to studies to further her audiology studies and complete her Masters degree.  We are fortunate enough to still have Katrin working for us on a part-time basis during this time.


JO ELLIS
Branch Manager
Jo is our Christchurch Branch Manager and has many years experience in a wide range of management and marketing fields.  She has worked in all the non-clinical departments of the company over the past six years, which together with her previous experience have equipped her well to lead the team in Christchurch.  Jo is energised by people, and gains the most satisfaction from hearing stories of clients whose lives have been changed through the clinical expertise of our clinicians.


STEPHANIE ROBERTS
Office Administrator
Stephanie is our Practice Manager and is responsible for making sure the Christchurch and surrounding satellite clinics run smoothly and efficiently. She joined our Team in 2005 and brought with her a wealth of experience having worked in a medical office environment for many years. Not only is she experienced in the work she does but also enjoys the day to day people contact her job provides.


BARBARA BENNETT
Office Administrator
Barbara joined the Christchurch team in January 2010. Her smile will usually be the first thing you see when you walk in to the office. Having vast experience in various administration and customer service roles, Barbara is always willing to help with any queries or problems you may have. 


NINETTE FORSYTH
Office Co-ordinator
Ninette is our Auckland Office Coordinator. You will either hear her cheerful voice answering the phone or see her smiling and welcoming, in person, in our office at 82 Remuera Road.

It will not take you long to appreciate her enjoyment of working with people, her willingness to help you and facilitate your needs, all delivered with a friendly smile.
Joining us in early September 2010, with many years previous experience in medical administration roles, she is a very valued member of our staff based in Auckland. 


SHARON ROBERTSON
Administrator
Being married to the boss Sharon has been involved since day one.  All those years ago from very small beginnings to what it has become today.  Sharon feels privileged to get to know such an awesome team that makes it all happen, both in Timaru, Christchurch and Auckland.  As an outcome of recent restructure within the Company, she now has a national hands-on role working in the accounts department based in Christchurch.  Sharon shares the team goal of providing you with the best service delivered in an atmosphere of friendly professionalism.