Elevate your Christchurch business premises with professional commercial painting that will keep your properties looking better, for longer. Our expert team brings years of expertise to every project, whether you're refreshing a contemporary workspace or preserving the distinctive character of Canterbury's historic buildings. We are well-versed in working in busy commercial environments and minimising disruption to staff or the public, while our custom maintenance solutions ensure we can work around your property's needs and your organisations budgets. Let us handle the complexities of commercial painting while you concentrate on growing your business. Chat to your local Christchurch team today for your upcoming commercial painting project!
Christchurch's Commercial Painting Specialists
Our services go beyond repainting. As Auckland’s leading commercial painters, we offer high-pressure washing, chemical cleaning, and protective coatings to maintain and protect painted surfaces. These solutions keep your property looking its best in Auckland’s variable weather.



Meet Our Local Christchurch Team
Christchurch is the headquarters of Carus Group here in New Zealand. Put the faces to the names below!
From the very beginning, Harvey has led the strategic direction of Carus, growing the business into the flourishing, nationwide company it is today. His genuine commitment to our core values and his heart for doing what’s right have been guiding lights through the years as he’s worked to develop the Carus team. Also known as chief problem solver and troubleshooter, Harvey is always looking to be the best and deliver the best – to clients and to our people.
With a knack for unravelling issues and crafting solutions, Glen is the one behind the scenes making sure the business is on track and everyone has what they need for the journey. He keeps a close eye on the business’ financial well-being and guides our budgeting and reporting, while also taking charge of our IT. He’s an invaluable part of the team, not only helping us grow as a business, but also imparting his knowledge to the rest of the team and empowering them to grow their own careers.
Sam brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in operational and business development roles across New Zealand. As our General Manager, he’s the one keeping the team on course and ensuring the strategy stays on par with the Carus Core Values. Known for his focus on honesty, transparency, and a knack for bringing out the best in people, Sam is passionate about building strong relationships and sharpening his team’s skills. He’s committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported and ready to deliver exceptional results for clients. When he’s not strategizing or mentoring, Sam enjoys the occasional round of golf—always aiming to keep both his swing and the business in great shape.
If positivity was a middle name, we’d be paying Melissa Tui May to change hers by deed poll… (actually can someone call and check on whether we can legally do that?) Seriously though, with an attitude that is only matched by her incredible work ethic and ability to organise the un-organisable, Carus is quite simply blessed to have Mel keeping everything and everyone in our office in line. Not that these are the only strings to her bow. Equally as happy out on the water as behind her desk, she lists meeting Gavin McLeod (AKA Captain Stubing from The Loveboat) as a highlight of her former career in the travel industry – and given how much time she now spends arranging accommodation for our teams that travel around the country, it’s certainly come in handy on more than one occasion. The living embodiment of Carus Core Value Caring for Others and Their Property, with Mel running our office, the flow on effect is that everyone comes to work happy to be part of her team.
From his early days at one of the oldest painting and decorating companies in the UK, Tommy has built up an impressive track record of growing businesses, developing relationships, and delivering high-quality work in the painting industry. In his role as Southern Regional Manager, Tommy manages the majority of our South Island work, with a special focus on planning and pricing large commercial contracts and developing the teams he oversees. He’s a true people person and loves a challenge – a perfect combination for the role.
If you listen you will detect a (not so slight) Californian accent when talking to Tyler – though having moved here when he was still in his late teens, he hasn’t looked back since. Having recently been made a father he is quickly discovering that his work as Project Manager makes that mahi look like a walk in the park. When he is not spending time with his family or making sure your projects come in on time and on budget, you may also find Tyler on the golf course – unfortunately though, the fact that Tyler rhymes with Tiger doesn’t seem to help when it comes to consistency around the greens.
Pete, as he is known to most people has spent years as a body double for Hugh Jackman… okay, that might be stretching it a little, but seriously though, even an Aussie in Australia once asked him for his signature! Starting out his career as salesperson and display artist, he soon joined his father and brother in the family painting business, learning his trade at the coal face, and progressing through the ranks to where he is today. Now with 30 years of industry experience in the bank, but never losing the attention detail that he has always prided himself on, Pete is an incredible asset to the Team at Carus. Outside of work you are most likely to find Pete with his family, and ideally, he’ll be doing that while out and about enjoying the stunning scenery New Zealand has to offer. One last thing, Pete is quiet about it, but ask him about the ‘other’ painting that he enjoys and if you are lucky enough, he might share with you a little of his passion for painting beautiful New Zealand landscapes – the kind most would be proud to hang on their wall.
Alicia studied broadcasting communications in film and television and has worked on global wildlife shows in Dunedin. She also has experience as a barista and in various hospitality roles. Most recently, Alicia worked as an Administration Coordinator in the hire industry, managing logistics for Port-a-loos across Southland. In her spare time, Alicia enjoys painting, especially skirting and edges during home renovations, and finds joy in seeing a room come together. She loves hanging out with friends, going to the gym, spending time with family, and soaking up the sunshine—whether going for a walk, swimming or meeting friends for lunch or dinner. Alicia's hobbies include photography, swimming, watching movies, and enjoying a good cup of coffee. Although she's not a fan of heights or bugs, Alicia's ready to take on new challenges enthusiastically.
Grace is a recent addition to our sales support team and has hit the ground running. Her seamless transition into the role likely comes from her unique background, which includes time as a toddler swim teacher and winning national titles in Taekwondo (a surprisingly perfect combo for working with our BDMs throughout the country!). Grace brings a great mix of energy, attention to detail, and a get-it-done attitude. She's passionate about helping people, staying organised, and keeping things fun. Outside of work, you'll find her at the gym, catching up with friends, or shopping like it's an Olympic sport.
Meet Conor Lay! With a rich background in digital marketing, Conor has worked in agencies, in-house roles, and as a freelancer. Known for being a “numbers and data guy,” you’ll often find him crunching data between coffee breaks. While marketing is his forte, he admits painting is not—just ask his partner! Weekends are filled with family adventures, from kids’ swimming lessons to exploring new spots around Christchurch, where he recently moved. A die-hard Chelsea FC fan, foodie, and avid hiker, Conor loves being a dad and enjoys discovering the South Island with his family. His favorite quote? "Children follow your example, not your advice".
We're excited to welcome Jess to the Carus team! Fresh from completing her Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Otago, she brings hands-on experience in social media marketing and event management that's already making an impact on our marketing efforts. When she's not busy crafting campaigns, you'll find Jess walking her dogs, hunting for vintage vinyl records, or planning her next concert adventure (she's managed to hit 12 events in the past three years – impressive dedication!). She loves spending time with friends and family, shopping, and staying plugged into the latest music trends. With a few secret DJs already in our ranks, it’s just another reason why we’re so confident Jess will thrive in her new role!
She might be last in the alphabet but Wendy’s top of the list in our accounting books – she’s got the Dean’s Award from her studies at Canterbury University to prove it. Much like the Fisher lads, Wendy is following in her family’s footsteps. Her mum used to take Wendy into the office as a little kid, and Wendy has loved the clever challenges of billing and balancing ever since. When she’s not happily buried in numbers, Wendy’s often playing with Lego – she’s a volunteer at Imagination Station, a Lego play station at her local library. Otherwise, she’s outside enjoying the gorgeous nature that brought her to New Zealand.
Living life by “learning something new every day”, makes more sense for John than for many of the rest of us at Carus, having emigrated with his beautiful whanau from Colombia to take up residence in Christchurch. A background as a tax consultant in his homeland means he can help keep our books seamlessly in order – and thankfully for us, he does so with one of the warmest smiles on the planet a permanent fixture on his face. With 3 kids to keep him busy, life at home very much revolves around family, but when he can squeeze it in, you’ll find John, like many other from that football-mad part of the world, teaching us kiwis a thing or two about the beautiful game.
Originally hailing from the Emerald Isles and with more than 25 years of hands-on experience in some of the toughest industries around, Pete has made it his mission to turn safety from a checkbox into a culture. Whether it's on construction sites or in facility maintenance, he brings practical know-how and strategic thinking to help teams work smarter and safer. Holding a Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management, being a proud Professional Member of the New Zealand Institute of Safety Management (NZISM) and being listed on the HASANZ Register, Pete is recognised as a trusted safety professional throughout New Zealand. Along the way, he’s trained as an ICAM Lead Investigator and a certified Internal Auditor because in Pete’s words “when it comes to safety, details matter”. Always one to keep growing, Pete’s currently studying for a Diploma in Business Human Resource Management to sharpen his leadership and people skills. He's also completed the Sirdar Applied Directorship Programme, ensuring every project he's involved with meets the highest standards from the boardroom to the building site.
Meet our Business Analyst, Rob. With over a decade of experience as a business systems consultant across New Zealand and previous work in London and Amsterdam, Rob brings valuable expertise in analysis, implementation, testing, and process improvement to our team. Outside of work, he's a man of adventure, enjoying kiteboarding, trail running, skiing, and DJing while also often starting his days with meditation and an invigorating ocean dip. Having traveled extensively through Africa and South America in the '90s, we suspect Rob has numerous great stories he hasn't yet shared. We'll report back once we get them out of him!