On 1 July 2025, NIWA merged with GNS Science to become Earth Sciences New Zealand.

Greg Foothead

Ship Technical Director

Qualifications

NZCE (Mechanical), Central Institute of Technology

Location
Wellington
Science Centre

Contact Details

Biography

Greg has a background in automotive and industrial engineering. He joined NIWA in 2000 as Engineering Manager for NIWA’s vessel fleet and became General Manager – Vessel Operations in 2010. In 2022, Greg took up the role of Ship Technical Director, where he oversees the replacement of NIWA’s vessel fleet and acts as a technical advisor for the vessels operations team.