Frank Iapozzuto
Frank Iapozzuto is a working Director of both PROVE Standards and Engineering and PROVE Infrastructure. Frank holds a Bachelor of Engineering with Class 2A Honours and has recently been recognised as a Chartered engineer by Engineers Australia. Frank is passionate with all things mechanical and electrical with a strong focus on hydraulic testing, components, and systems.
Outside of business hours, Frank enjoys hosting dinners with family and friends, trying new eateries in and around Melbourne and is incredibly passionate about classic and vintage cars.
Terry Nguyen
Terry is a director of PROVE with over 15 years of experience in laboratory product testing of plumbing and water products for WaterMark Certification, WELS registration and WSAA approvals. Terry also has previous experience working at Yarra Valley Water with process review and oversees the quality management systems at PROVE’s NATA accredited laboratory.
Terry relaxes by driving cars, boats and golf balls around Melbourne.
Paul Oliveri
Paul holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with Honours from Deakin University and an Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology, specializing in mechanical units, from Swinburne University of Technology.
Paul has previous practical experience as a qualified automotive technician and brings a wealth of previous work experience from the commercial plumbing and roofing industry.
Paul’s outside interest in computers/I.T, 3D printing and machining, come in very handy, making him our go-to for any & all of our in-house tech questions.
David Connors
David holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) from RMIT University. Prior to joining the team David has previous experience as a HVAC Design and compliance engineer in mechanical services.
Outside of our labs David has a great interest in a various array of sports, including motorcycles and snowboarding.
Caiden Spooner
Caiden holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) with Honours from RMIT University. Prior to joining the team, Caiden worked in the research development and mechanical testing of window and door systems. This provided valuable skills that are used daily in his current testing role.
In his spare time Caiden enjoys hobbies such as photography & drawing for his creative fix, and getting out to explore nature with friends.
Marcos Boniquet
Marcos hails from Barcelona and opted to test his fortunes in Australia. He possess a Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering and a Master’s degree in Numerical Methods in Engineering. Previously, he worked as an Aftersales Coordinator for Heating Products in the swimming pool industry.
Marcos harbors a profound passion for engaging in physical activities, particularly windsurfing, sailing and any sport that involves a racket.
Khoa Nguyen
Khoa comes to PROVE with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from the University of Adelaide. Before joining PROVE he worked in consultancy, field service and in research and development in a number of different areas.
Outside of work, Khoa enjoys playing sports, watching movies and travelling.
Nick Oag
Nick holds a Master of Engineering from the University of Melbourne, specializing in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Business. Prior to this, Nick earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Adelaide, majoring in Physics. With professional experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer in the industrial valve manufacturing sector, Nick brings expertise in mechanical compliance to their role.
Outside of work, Nick enjoys immersing himself in live music at gigs, surfing along the Surf Coast, and exploring the outdoors hiking and camping.
Luke Simms
Luke holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from Victoria University where he also worked as a laboratory technician. Luke brings his experience from previous roles as a design engineer providing solutions for the telecommunications industries. Luke also has a background as a qualified roofer.
Outside of work, Luke enjoys the thrill of mountain biking, as well as unwinding by watching a good film and playing video games.
Libby Smith
Office manager Libby is a passionate, motivated, and enthusiastic team member. With a wealth of experience in Administration, procurement, and project management, she is PROVE’s resident Engineer wrangler.
Since joining the PROVE team Libby has streamlined the administrative processes, creating more time for our directors to focus on the growth of PROVE and employee development.
On the weekends Libby enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters riding to and exploring the small country towns of Victoria.
Denise Egging
As part of the PROVE administration team, Denise brings with her a diverse professional background and a Bachelor of Business (Marketing). Denise excels in managing administrative duties and providing exceptional support. As our general manager of first impressions, she will greet you at the door and be the familiar voice you hear when you phone us.
Outside of work, Denise enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, as well as engaging in outdoor activities such as water sports, snow skiing, and horse riding.
