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Our Technical Expert Team

A Team Built on Experience. A Legacy Built on Timber

Decades of Precision
At Briggs Veneers, our internal technical team is the backbone of our operation, ensuring that every sheet we produce meets the highest standards of precision and craft.


With a collective commitment of over 90 years within the Briggs team, our technical experts bring a level of mastery that only decades of hands-on experience can provide. Their deep knowledge in veneer selection and production goes beyond mere
supply; they are dedicated to the science of timber,
consistently delivering the unwavering high-quality and
sustainable solutions that have defined our brand for
generations.


Each member of this specialist team plays a crucial role in our mission, blending time-honored expertise with a collaborative spirit to bring timeless design to your space.

Our Technical Expert Team

Rob Mayo

David Bayer

Jordan Smith

Greg Smallwood

Paul Pollifrone

Rob Mayo

National Specifications Specialist

Rob Mayo brings over 40 years of deep, hands-on experience in timber to his role as National Specifications Specialist. Beginning his career as a cabinet maker in 1990, Rob developed a craft-level understanding of timber that continues to inform his work today.
He joined Briggs Veneers in 2008, where his extensive industry knowledge, practical background, and long-standing relationships have made him a trusted specialist for architects, designers, and specifiers nationwide.
Outside of work, Rob’s passion for timber remains as strong as ever—he enjoys travelling and making furniture in his spare time, staying connected to the material he has worked with for decades.
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Rob Mayo

National Specifications Specialist

Rob Mayo brings over 40 years of deep, hands-on experience in timber to his role as National Specifications Specialist. Beginning his career as a cabinet maker in 1990, Rob developed a craft-level understanding of timber that continues to inform his work today.

He joined Briggs Veneers in 2008, where his extensive industry knowledge, practical background, and long-standing relationships have made him a trusted specialist for architects, designers, and specifiers nationwide.

Outside of work, Rob’s passion for timber remains as strong as ever—he enjoys travelling and making furniture in his spare time, staying connected to the material he has worked with for decades.

David Bayer

Technical Sales Manager

David Bayer has been a cornerstone of Briggs Veneers since 2003. As Technical Sales Manager, he plays a vital role in ensuring the exceptional quality of our timber veneers from the very first stage of selection. David regularly travels both nationally and internationally to inspect and hand-select logs at the source, maintaining a level of involvement and expertise that ensures our material is consistently of the highest calibre.

With an unparalleled understanding of timber, David oversees the entire selection process from log to finished veneer. Back at the warehouse, he leads and mentors the technical sales team, sharing his deep knowledge of the subtle characteristics and variations that distinguish one batch from another—insights gained through decades of hands-on experience.

David’s connection to timber extends well beyond his professional role. In his spare time, he enjoys gardening, woodworking, and furniture making, continuing to work closely with the material he knows so intimately. He also loves to travel whenever the opportunity arises.

Jordan Smith

Technical Sales

Jordan Smith began his career at Briggs Veneers in 2015, joining the team at just 18 years old. Since then, he has developed into a highly skilled Technical Sales specialist with a deep understanding of the complexities of timber veneer.

Jordan plays a key role in the technical selection of veneers for production, carefully assessing colour, grain structure, and natural variation to ensure each order meets the required grade and aesthetic. He also evaluates veneer lengths and suitability for panel layups and joinery applications, ensuring accuracy from initial selection through to final production.

In addition to his technical responsibilities, Jordan assists clients during in-person visits, guiding them through the veneer selection process and helping them choose the right batch for their project needs.

Outside of work, Jordan enjoys staying active—focusing on strength training at the gym—and unwinds with a good book whenever he can.

Greg Smallwood

Warehouse Supervisor

Greg Smallwood has been a valued member of the Briggs Veneers team since 1986. As Warehouse Supervisor, he oversees production processes and the overall workflow of the warehouse, ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently.

With decades of specialised experience, Greg is regarded as the go-to expert for intricate veneer layon assembly. His precision and craftsmanship shine in highly detailed work such as burls, complex joins, and marquetry—skills that few in the industry can match.

Outside the warehouse, Greg channels his keen eye and steady focus into rifle shooting, a passion that reflects his natural precision. He has previously held a pilot’s licence and also enjoys fishing, appreciating the patience and calm that come with time on the water.

Paul Pollifrone

Production Manager

As Production Manager, Paul Pollifrone oversees the entire workflow of the Briggs Veneers factory floor. With a deep understanding of material requirements and production sequencing, he ensures that each job progresses smoothly—from initial veneer selection through to layon assembly and final preparation.

Paul oversees all phases of quality control, including leaf selection, trimming, gluing, sheet trimming, and final checking. His meticulous oversight ensures that every veneer sheet is produced to specification, correctly ordered, and ready for dispatch—whether destined for local panel layers, interstate specialists, or timber veneer partners in New Zealand. With a strong commitment to precision and efficiency, Paul plays a key role in maintaining the high production standards that Briggs Veneers is known for.

In his spare time, Paul enjoys working on his vintage car, applying the same patience and attention to detail that he brings to the factory floor.

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