ABOUT KAHU SCAFFOLDING

At Kahu Scaffolding, our mission is to provide high-quality, safe, and reliable scaffolding solutions that empower our teams and clients to build with confidence. We are committed to fostering a culture of safety, integrity, and innovation, ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standards, while supporting the growth and well-being of our employees and the communities we serve.

Kahu Mission Statement

KAHU MOTTO

‘Scaffolding with Safety, Strength and Integrity the Kahu way’

Here at Kahu Scaffolding we work by what we call “the Kahu Way” … teaching and encouraging our team to present their ‘best’ to the world. Their best incorporates…

Respect for the customer, their peers and towards their managers

Diligence in their work ethics and in their apprenticeship learning

Personal Growth setting life goals, whether getting a driver’s licence or saving for a big holiday, or getting to the next stage in their apprenticeship, we strive to assist our scaffies for them to attain their goals.

Our Values

Accountability and Responsibility
to our clients, our staff and our environment

Integrity
honesty and transparency in all areas

Respect
for our clients, our staff and our competitors

Safety First
ensuring a safe working environment for all staff and associated persons

Meet the Team

Ryan Grigsby - Owner

Born and raised in Wairoa, Ryan is an Advanced Scaffolder and Rigger and previously worked in Australia before returning to Hawke’s Bay. In his spare time, Ryan loves spending time with his family and friends, and enjoys rugby, fishing and diving. Additionally Ryan is an active member of the Takitimu Waka Ama team.
Contact Ryan: 027 390 5867
Wiari Ormsby-Matehe - Owner

Wiari is of Ngati Porou descent and was raised in Wellington, recently locating to Napier. Wiari is an Advanced Scaffolder. Wiari says scaffolding keeps him physically fit and gives him the opportunity to keep upskilling. A recent addition to Wiari’s family means his ‘free-time priorities’ have somewhat changed, but out of work, Wiari competes in Jiu Jitsu, is active in suicide pre/post prevention and would love to (eventually!) travel the world.
Contact Wiari: 027 309 3425
Quentin King - Owner

Quentin is also a Wairoa boy, and did all his scaffolding training in Australia, gaining qualifications as an Advanced Scaffolder, Franna Driver, Rigger and Forklift/EWP operator. Quentin loves spending his spare time with his family and friends, but as an Open Water Scuba Diver, he loves being out in the ocean and includes fishing and pig hunting as other hobbies.
Contact Quentin: 022 021 4544

Jonny- Scaffolding Supervisor
Kahn - Scaffolder
Tayn - Scaffolder
Regan - Scaffolder
Ceizar - Scaffolder
Linden - Scaffolder

Zac - Scaffolder
Jacquin - Scaffolder
Xavier - Scaffolder
Jason - Spanner Hand
Joedy - Scaffolder
Piripi - Yard Manager

Nessa - Nets Installer
Wes - Scaffolder
Zaiden - Scaffolder
Tanya - in the Office
Rhys - Scaffolder

IN OUR COMMUNITY

Kahu is proud to have supported the following events

Cyclone Relief in proving our trucks for bulk supplies transport
A local Stock Car team
A local Cultural Group for their overseas trip
The Pork Pie Charity Run
A local Dance Troup for their overseas competition
NZ Special Children’s Event
Local Waka Ama team for gear
Frasertown School
Wairoa Boxing Club
And ongoing support for Tapuae Sports Club.

Kahu Scaffolding promotes team sponsorship as a way to foster collaboration and build strong, supportive relationships between the workplace and external leisure activities. By sponsoring team groups, Kahu invests in supporting the teams towards their success journey. Ultimately, team sponsorship aligns with Kahu’s core values of trust, growth, and community.