At Direct Earth, we deliver multi-trade services with a commitment to quality, agility, and community.

With over 26 years of industry experience and more than a decade of operations in Hawke’s Bay and surrounding regions, we’ve built a reputation for dependable service and inventive solutions. Whether you’re a council, business, or homeowner, our team is ready to support your needs across building, plumbing, electrical, intelligent transport systems, and machine maintenance.

Our Services

Who We Are

Founded by Managing Director Cameron Darwen, Direct Earth is powered by a dedicated leadership team, skilled tradespeople, and a committed operations and administration team who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. We also have an in-house Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Co-ordinator  who ensures our work is safe, compliant, and aligned with best practice standards.
 
Supported by an advisory board and a growing team of qualified professionals, we bring deep local knowledge and trusted relationships to every job.
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What We Do

We complete over 8,500 jobs annually across Hawke’s Bay, Tairāwhiti, Bay of Plenty, Taranaki, and Marlborough. Our services include:

Facility ManagementEnd-to-end solutions with ISO-certified systems, smart job tracking, and a skilled team across trades.
 
Building ServicesResidential renovations and commercial maintenance including painting.
 
Electrical ServicesIndustrial, commercial, and residential installations, including air conditioning and emergency callouts.
 
Plumbing Services – Hot water systems, drain laying, drain cleaning, and certified gas fitting.
 
Infrastructure – Design, supply, and maintenance of electronic warning signs and bespoke traffic systems. Streetlighting and hydrovac excavation.
 
Machine MaintenanceCommercial laundry and hospitality equipment servicing, plus supply and servicing of paint-tinting machinery throughout New Zealand

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