Our Heritage

Our General Manager, Tony, grew up in regional Victoria, making him a country boy, born and bred. He joined the military at the age of 17, where he worked for an extensive period before transitioning into the construction industry. Tony initially worked for JWH Group, in the residential building division, before moving into the land development industry as General Manager of Sales and Marketing, at one of Australia’s largest and most successful Perth-based developers. From here, Tony made the move to a Group General Manager position, before rejoining the JWH Group in 2018. Today, Tony is the General Manager of The Rural Building Co. and WA Country Builders.

A seasoned and experienced sales professional, with a career spanning more than two decades, Peter is The Rural Building Co.’s Sales Manager. Peter loves navigating the challenges that come with building on a rural site, and working with the team to find solutions. Peter enjoys keeping busy and active, using his leisure time to play touch rugby, golf, squash and water sports.

Design Manager Rob has spent more than three decades immersed in architecture, interior design and construction. For the first decade of his career, Rob honed his skills at various architectural firms in Perth, specialising in luxury housing projects. After gaining valuable experience, he transitioned to working as an interior designer. After this, Rob joined the JWH Group. Over the course of the last two decades, his career has taken him across the vast expanse of Western Australia. From bustling urban centres to remote coastal towns, he’s had the opportunity to work on a wide range of housing typologies. Each project has presented its own unique challenges and rewards, shaping Rob into the versatile professional he is today.

Born and raised in Geraldton, our Building Manager, Mike, is a second-generation builder. Starting as a plumbing apprentice, and then working through the supervisory and construction manager ranks, Mike has worked across an extremely broad range of construction projects in his rich career. A registered builder, Mike brings a wealth of knowledge of construction methodologies and building practices. When not at work, Mike unwinds on the golf course, at the Eagles, or on his Sunday morning bike rides with mates.

A registered builder from Iran, Ehsan moved to Australia in 2013 and commenced his career in the residential building industry with JWH Group. Extending his quest beyond commercial projects and apartment buildings, Ehsan has also worked in a diverse range of roles including scheduling, estimating and office administration management. Ehsan’s analytical skills and process-orientated mindset form the base of his proficiency in process and performance management, showcasing his strength to driving continuous improvements in the business.

A draftsman for 25 years, Drafting Manager Daniel Bruyninckx is an experienced and passionate part of the Rural Building Co team. He’s been with the JWH Group since 2002, making him the seasoned expert in drafting management, construction documentation, and client relationship management. Daniel’s passion for the residential construction industry is in his blood; his grandfather was a bricklayer, coming to Australia after the war as a Dutch immigrant. Daniel grew up in the Perth hills, and has recently moved to suburbia, where his young daughter keeps him on his toes! For Daniel, it’s the diversity and quality of the product at the Rural Building Co. that keeps every day interesting. “We’re not like every other builder, we don’t have a cookie-cutter approach,” he says. “It relates to growing up in the hills, and appreciating the awesome product at the end.”

Corinna has been with the Rural Building Co. since 2013 and has held multiple roles including scheduler and a brief stint as an estimator. She now keeps the mid-west region in check as our Regional Manager. Having cherished her own upbringing in regional WA, Corinna brings that special touch to her role and is passionate about ensuring our clients have an enjoyable experience. When not at work, she enjoys cooking, gardening, reading and photography, as well as spending time with her family and loyal four-legged friend.

With over 30 years in the building industry, Jason heads up our construction team in the mid-west region. A Registered Building Practitioner with a background in carpentry, Jason has expertise in all aspects of construction, from hands-on work to sales and management. He ran his own company for five years, focusing on bespoke homes and large renovations, earning awards from the Housing Industry Australia and Master Builders Association, including the Silver Trowel Award for bricklaying. In his spare time, Jason enjoys the beach, travelling, BBQs and following sports like boxing, AFL, and NBA.

Jason prides himself on creating dream homes while guiding clients with honest and friendly advice. Jason believes in always taking an intellectual and flexible approach from design to construction, as it results in the ultimate outcome and the happiest clients. Having lived in Geraldton his entire life, Jason has a great understanding of the local area and has received numerous customer service awards as an individual along with the team at the Rural Building Co. Geraldton.

Ryan, a proud Geraldton local, boasts an intimate understanding of the mid-west region and its lifestyle. He takes pride in guiding his clients towards realising their dream homes, leveraging his personal touch and meticulous attention to detail to streamline the building journey into a stress-free experience. With over a decade of industry experience and a family background steeped in 40 years of local building expertise, Ryan offers trustworthy advice tailored to each client's needs. Whether assisting first-time homeowners, those settling into their forever abode, or facilitating house and land packages, Ryan finds fulfillment in helping clients discover homes perfectly suited to their circumstances. During his leisure hours, Ryan relishes moments with loved ones, hits the gym, explores the outdoors on his bike, embarks on travels, and savors the quintessential mid-west lifestyle.