Industry Med - Expert Occupational Healthcare

At Industry Med, our dedicated team comprises passionate healthcare professionals committed to positively impacting lives. We leverage a blend of profound knowledge and extensive expertise to significantly enhance the quality of occupational healthcare services for your valued employees.

Our Team

Gwenda
Registered Nurse

Gwenda is a Registered Nurse with over 40 years of extensive experience, including more than 15 years in occupational health. Her career spans a diverse range of community-based settings, encompassing roles such as rural public health nurse, ACC case management, district nursing, palliative care, practice nursing, needs assessment coordination, and the management of post-discharge services. Gwenda is dedicated to serving individuals within their communities and workplaces and is committed to continuous professional development through self-directed learning.

Deb Lovett
Financial Administrator

Debbie Lovett serves as our dedicated Financial Administrator and administrative lead, ensuring the seamless operation of our services. She has been instrumental in the growth and enhancement of Industry Med's core systems and customer engagement strategies. Leveraging extensive local knowledge and over three years of experience at our mill clinic, Debbie also draws upon a distinguished career at the Tasman mill site, spanning many years.


Jazmine
Business Administrator

Jazmine possesses nearly 10 years of administrative expertise, including 5 years of professional experience in Australia before returning to her hometown of Kawerau. Her background includes roles as a medical receptionist in Whakatane and a two-year period in Mental Health Support. Following the birth of her first child, Jazmine joined our team as the Business Administrator at the Kawerau clinic and has recently completed training in urine drug testing procedures.

Our Medical & Leadership Team

Paora Gardiner

BA Psychology (Maori)

Ngati Ranginui, Ngai Te Rangi, Ngati Pukenga

As Managing Director & Training Facilitator, Paora offers extensive expertise spanning education, psychology, health and safety, business ownership, and infrastructure development.

Dr Peter Breakey

General Practitioner with special interest in Occupational Medicine

Dr. Breakey achieved Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (UK) in 2022. He holds a strong interest in occupational medicine, leveraging his broad medical experience to assess and support employee health, including comprehensive return-to-work planning.

Our Founders' Story

Paora Gardiner

A native of Tauranga, Paora Gardiner is the kaihautū (guiding force) behind Industry Med. An alumnus of Tauranga Boys' College and Waikato University, he contributes extensive experience across the social sector, health and safety.

Our Core Values & Mission

Manakitanga

Committing to exceptional care for our customers and community, ensuring outstanding service delivery.

Integrity

Upholding unwavering authenticity in all our interactions and operations.

Learning/Ako

Fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, embracing every experience as an opportunity to grow.

Respect

Cultivating deep respect for ourselves and our colleagues, promoting mutual dignity and collaboration.

Our Accreditations

We proudly support the Kawerau Volunteer Fire Service by providing complimentary access to our services, reinforcing our commitment to community welfare.

Contact Us

Email Inquiries

For our Kawerau Clinic: kawerau@industrymed.com

For our Tokoroa Clinic: tokoroa@industrymed.com

Managing Director: paora@industrymed.com

Finance Department: dlovett@industrymed.com

Telemedicine Support: icare@industrymed.com

Call Us Directly

0800 IND MED

0800 463 633

Kinleith Occupational Health Centre

SH 1 Tokoroa

Tasman Occupational Health Centre Kawerau

72 Fletcher Ave Kawerau

Regional Appointments Available

Services are also available in Rotorua, Hamilton, Tauranga, and Whangarei by appointment.