Key Staff
Philip Manning - Managing Director
Philip Manning began work in the coach industry in 1994. He has held many roles in senior management within the industry and in 2007 lead the buyout of Johnston's from its former owners.
As a shareholder and investor in Johnston's, Philip has a vision for the business that focuses on our customers and staff alike. He believes in Johnston's being the right choice for the right reasons.
Phone: 09 255 1140
Mobile: 021 722 174
Email: philip.manning@johnstons.co.nz
Paul Takerei - Chief Financial Officer
Paul Takerei joined Johnston's Coachlines as Chief Financial Officer in August 2007, bringing with him over 20 years of experience in the Travel & Tourism Industry. Paul and his Finance Team are dedicated to meeting all of the financial requirements of customers and the business.
Phone: 09 255 1141
Mobile: 021 811 184
Email: paul.takerei@johnstons.co.nz
Ajay Vagha - General Manager
Ajay has worked in management positions in the Coaching industry for over 8 years with Scenic Coachlines Ltd, before which he worked in the Rental Car industry.
He has a strong Operations, and Customer Service Delivery focus and has a track record of achieving results in these areas.
Having hands on experience in Cruise ship turnarounds; major conference group events; and working with Inbound agents from all markets, Ajay will ensure that Clients and Staff receive the attention and consideration they deserve."
Phone: 09 257 3718
Mobile: 021 588 491
Email: ajay.vagha@johnstons.co.nz
Graham Southall - Sales and Marketing Manager
Graham Southall joined us in 2008 and has come from a sales background in various markets with a strong sales record in sales management.
Heading Johnston's Coachlines first internal sales and marketing team to bring new ideas and concepts which we will integrate to improve our service offering to all customers.
As with any of the Johnston's team members Graham will be more than happy to help with your coaching needs.
Phone: 09 257 3714
Mobile: 021 811 927
Email: graham.southall@johnstons.co.nz
Brett Militello - Reservations Manager
Brett Militello joined Johnston's Coachlines in 2003 originally in an administration role and came from an admin and accounts background.
He is now in the position of Reservations Manager for Johnston's Coachlines in charge of a team of four experienced consultants. They are responsible Nationwide for all quotes and bookings for Johnston's Coachlines and Interact NZ. They strive for a 24 hour turn around in quote time.
Phone: 09 255 1146
Email: brett.militello@johnstons.co.nz
David Kinnaird - National Training Manager
David Kinnaird joined us in 1998 starting as a driver through to his role today as our National Training Manager.
Coupled with his on road experience and teaching qualifications, David is leading our team of driver trainers/assessors nationwide and delivering a comprehensive driver training course to ensure safety and total customer service is received by all customers.
Phone: 09 255 1142
Mobile: 021 811 976
Email: david.kinnaird@johnstons.co.nz
Warren Doel - Fleet Manager
Mobile: 021 811 546
Email: warren.doel@johnstons.co.nz
John Ellis - South Island Manager
Phone: 03 344 0894
Mobile: 021 455 584
Email: john.ellis@johnstons.co.nz
Nyall Fraser - Queenstown Operations Manager
Phone: 03 442 4630
Mobile: 0276 730 001
Email: nyall.fraser@johnstons.co.nz