Director (CPEng)

Despite having over 20 years under his belt Andrew still gets fired up when a new challenge or learning opportunity arises.

Andrew has worked throughout NZ from the bustling streets of Auckland to the remote Chatham Islands. Although working in Rarotonga has to take the prize for the most scenic location.

He is passionate about road safety, personal safety through CPTED, and design for active modes.

He has an unhealthy obsession with all things orange.

021-228 8665

Andrew.McDonald@eliga.co.nz

Principal Transportation Advisor

Deepa has 20 years of experience in the Public Transport sector, working with global engineering consultancies and government agencies. She brings extensive expertise in asset management, transport planning, project management, and the business case process. Known for her exceptional client relationship skills, Deepa is regarded as a trusted advisor. Originally from India, raised in England, now based in New Zealand and married to a Dutchman, she’s a passionate global cricket fan — proudly supporting four teams every World Cup.

​021-028 53490

Deepa.Rooijakkers@eliga.co.nz

Transportation Engineer

Burhan has over 7 years of of experience in the Transport Sector.

His expertise includes traffic modelling for new subdivisions, public transport, and safety improvement projects, as well as crafting Integrated Transport Assessments and Transport Statements for clients in regions such as Auckland, Waikato, and Queenstown.

Fun fact - Burhan has been camping five times and his mattress punctured four times.

Burhan.Rajkotwala@eliga.co.nz

​Graduate Transportation Designer

Yui began her journey with Eliga as a Draftsperson and has steadily progressed into the design space. With her broad skill set and technical expertise

She is a true one-woman powerhouse capable of handling all aspects of the work.

Being a traffic controller in her past career, she is a master of the stop / go control.

Yuiko.Sato@eliga.co.nz

Graduate Transportation Engineer

Ziyad is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, combining academic knowledge with three years of experience in transportation engineering and project management.

His commitment to developing efficient and well-organised transportation solutions makes him a valuable asset to our team.

Beyond engineering, Ziyad is an avid football player and a keen traveler, always looking to explore new places and experiences!

Ziyad.Yusuf@eliga.co.nz

Director

With over 15 years' experience in the transportation industry, Brian had worked on a vast range of projects from private development to government organisations, from bicycle to buses and from NZ to Fiji.

People is his passion and building trusting relationship is his goal.
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He's got a really really really really small car

021-223 8884

Brian.Yip@eliga.co.nz

Senior Transportation Engineer

George has over 11 years' experience in the transportation industry working in both government and private sector projects. Competent on the tools as well as having the know how of solving transport problems, he is the one stop shop for our clients and for his team.

As a road safety engineer, he once got hit by a truck, bounced off the bonnet and apologised for being a victim.

021-943 277

George.Hopkins@eliga.co.nz

Transportation Engineer

Jennifer has 3 years of experience, which consists of public and private sector clients from NZTA Waka Kotahi, Auckland Transport, Auckland International Airport Limited and private developers. Smart and bright is what sums up Jennifer.

Jennifer is Eliga's crazy dog lady.

Jennifer.Long@eliga.co.nz

Graduate Transportation Engineer

Leander is one of our graduate Engineer with Second Class Honor's, First Division from the University of Auckland. With valuable internship experience, he brings a fresh perspective and innovative vision.

An active member of various extracurricular groups, including Uniband, Leander enjoys composing music and keeps the stories from band camp to himself.

Another key achievement is that he once depleted his car battery to win a ticket for Taylor Swift.

Leander.Menezes@eliga.co.nz

​Office Administrator

Sunel has many years of experience in administration, with a strong background in logistics and operations.

She has the tools to ensure everything runs smoothly in the office. If you can think of it, she can do it—efficiently and effectively.

Her expertise and dedication make her an invaluable asset.

Sunel read so many books on her Kindle last year that her e-reader now needs a vacation!

Sunel.Davies@eliga.co.nz

Invoices@eliga.co.nz

Director

Sagar is experienced in delivering multi disciplinary complex projects for the government. His focus is on resources training, quality improvements and client satisfaction. His aspiration for being a transport engineer is to be able to make a positive difference to the community.

He does CrossFit

021-228 8664

Sagar.Kariya@eliga.co.nz

Transportation Engineer

Dee and the Directors have been collaborating for many years, even before Eliga was established. We could say that she is part of the furniture!

With over a decade of experience in delivering primarily local government projects, Dee brings invaluable expertise in geometric design to our team. Her dedication and skills make her a definite asset to our team.

Beware, she is extremely competitive and that is an understatement.

Dnyanada.Vyawhare@eliga.co.nz

Transportation Engineer

Michael brings over six years of experience in transport infrastructure and mobility projects, along with practical time spent on site as an engineer. His genuine passion for design and well-rounded background make him a thoughtful and reliable contributor to any project.

​Michael is still looking for the person that saved him in the gym...

Michael.Parry@eliga.co.nz

Graduate Transportation Engineer

Yu (Julie) is a graduate Engineer with a PhD behind her name, she brings a different perspective and knowledge base to our team.

As a competitive dancer passionate about Zumba, we're excited to see her show us some moves!​

Yu.Li@eliga.co.nz

Transport Engineer Mascot

Natto is always under performance review and caught sleeping on the job and under the desk.