Not that kind of builder.

Not that kind of builder.

Our Team

At STAARK, we take a deliberate, future-focused approach to construction—grounded in deep expertise, driven by innovation, and delivered by people who set the standard.

At STAARK, we take a deliberate, future-focused approach to construction—grounded in deep expertise, driven by innovation, and delivered by people who set the standard.

At STAARK, we take a deliberate, future-focused approach to construction—grounded in deep expertise, driven by innovation, and delivered by people who set the standard.

Board

Senior Leadership Team

Delivery Team

Estimating

Deekshin Narayanan
Estimator

HQ

Annie Lowe

Annie Lowe
Accounts

Kaveh Abouzia
HSEQ Systems

Aadhya Wijegoonawardena
Marketing Co-ordinator

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People & Culture

Dominik Kubic
Founder & Director,
New Business

Dominik Kubik

Dominik leads new business development for STAARK, drawing on experience from previous roles at Probuild, Watpac and Equiset Grollo. A qualified Construction Manager with international experience in Sweden, he is known for his structured and systems-based approach. As a co-founder, Dominik has shaped STAARK’s long-term direction through clear process frameworks and a commitment to delivery excellence. His leadership style is defined by commercial clarity, disciplined planning, and a focus on building strong, lasting relationships.

Oscar Kus
Founder & Director, Operations

Oscar Kus

Oscar is responsible for the operational leadership of STAARK. With a background in Construction Management and international study experience in Sweden, he has spent his career building delivery teams and systems that prioritise accountability and long-term partnerships. Oscar brings a high-level view of risk, program and commercial management, while remaining closely connected to the on-the-ground detail required to deliver projects without compromise. His leadership focuses on clarity, accountability and continuous improvement, ensuring reliable delivery and positive team dynamics.

Adrian Hondros
Chair of the board

Adrian Hondros

Adrian brings over three decades of senior leadership experience across financial services and construction in Australia and Asia. He has held executive roles at NAB, CBA, and St Andrew’s Australia, and most recently served as CEO of Porter Davis Homes, where he led the company’s digital and customer-centric transformation. Adrian is passionate about strategic leadership, cultural change, and creating standout customer experiences. He also serves as an Independent Director at CBHS and has chaired several investment committees.

Stephen Mellios
Construction Manager

Stephen Mellios

Stephen brings over a decade of construction experience to his role as Construction Manager at STAARK. With a background in Construction Management from Deakin University and a Commercial Builder Unlimited licence, he is known for his structured approach to project delivery, underpinned by clear communication and outcome-driven systems. His expertise includes large-scale redevelopments and complex infrastructure projects. Respected for his ability to manage fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to quality, safety and planning integrity, Stephen’s leadership is core to our team.

Chloe Simpson
Marketing & Communications Manager

Chloe Simpson

Chloe Simpson leads STAARK’s marketing and communications. With a background in advertising across property, construction, and other industries, she brings a strategic and creative approach to positioning STAARK as a trusted partner in the built retail environment.

Her experience—gained across markets in New Zealand, the UK, and now Australia—enables her to shape messaging that resonates with clients, reflects STAARK’s values, and communicates the quality and reliability that define the business. Chloe plays a key role in ensuring every client interaction with STAARK is informed, confident, and aligned with the company’s commitment to raising the bar in construction.

Guarav Bawa
Financial controller

Guarav Bawa

Gaurav is the Group Financial Controller at STAARKADIA Group, bringing more than 20 years of experience across finance, operations, property development, manufacturing, and entrepreneurial businesses in Australia and internationally. A Chartered Accountant (CAANZ) with a Master of Professional Accounting, Gaurav is known for his practical and hands-on approach, combining strong financial expertise with a genuine understanding of how businesses operate day to day. Having worked closely with business owners, directors, and leadership teams throughout his career, Gaurav has built extensive experience in financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, governance, and strategic planning across complex multi-entity organisations. He enjoys helping businesses make informed decisions, improve systems and processes, and build strong financial foundations for long-term growth. At STAARK, Gaurav oversees the group’s financial operations, reporting, compliance, and internal systems, while working closely with the wider team to support the business’s continued growth.

Nigel De Silva
Project Manager

Nigel De Silva

Nigel has been with STAARK since its inception, progressing from Contracts Administrator to Project Lead. Known for his adaptability and attention to detail, he has successfully delivered a diverse range of projects across new builds, upgrades and fitouts. He plays a key role in ensuring quality outcomes through structured planning and communication. Nigel is also trusted for his proactive approach to stakeholder engagement and ability to manage multiple programs concurrently.

Georgia Britten
Project Lead

Georgia Britten

Georgia is an adaptable and detail-oriented construction professional with over five years’ experience across residential, commercial and demolition projects. She brings strong capability in cost estimation, contract administration and stakeholder coordination, underpinned by practical on-site knowledge. Georgia delivers estimates and documentation with clarity and precision, working closely with builders, designers and clients to support accurate budgeting and smooth, efficient project progression.

Richard Brougham
Site Manager

Richard Brougham

Richard combines more than 12 years of experience in carpentry and site management. He has worked across a range of build types, managing coordination and delivery with a focus on quality, sequencing and team efficiency. Richard is known for his hands-on approach and practical understanding of the full construction lifecycle. His ability to manage dynamic work environments, interface smoothly with trades and uphold safety standards consistently makes him a reliable and adaptable contributor on any project.

Bob Kubic
Site Supervisor

Bob Kubic

Bob is a highly experienced Site Supervisor whose construction knowledge spans decades. His on-site leadership ensures that projects are delivered with precision, even when challenges arise. With a background in European construction standards and an unwavering commitment to quality, Bob is a trusted senior presence on site, known for his steady management style and problem-solving capability. He brings a practical, hands-on approach to every build and is highly regarded for his mentorship and collaborative nature.

Luhan Yang
Estimator

Luhan Yang

Luhan is an experienced estimator specialising in cost planning, competitive tendering and subcontractor procurement across commercial, industrial, education and rail infrastructure projects. She has delivered pricing and estimating services for private and public-sector projects ranging from $100K to $12M, providing accurate cost advice, trade-based cost planning and practical construction methodologies across a diverse range of construction environments.

Thimi Constas
Cadet

Thimi Constas

Thimi has had an interest in construction from a young age, driven by a passion for seeing visually appealing designs come to life. As a Cadet, he values communication and collaboration, and has quickly learnt the importance of detailed planning and coordination in keeping projects on track. He’s particularly interested in developing his understanding of contracts and programming, and is focused on building a strong technical foundation as he works towards taking on greater responsibility in the years ahead.

Natasha Granger
Accounts Payable

Natasha Granger

With extensive experience across the manufacturing and construction industries, Natasha brings a proactive and solutions-focused approach to her role. Known for her ability to manage both day-to-day operations and unexpected challenges, she ensures projects and processes run smoothly behind the scenes.

Her strong communication skills, attention to detail, and commitment to efficiency make Natasha an integral part of the STAARK team—supporting seamless coordination and helping maintain the high standards the company is known for.

Nav Dhaliwal
Project Manager

Nav Dhaliwal

Nav has over 12 years of experience across industrial, commercial, residential, aged care and retail developments. He has successfully delivered complex projects ranging from large-scale logistics and warehouse facilities through to community, residential and retail developments. Nav provides strong leadership throughout all stages of project delivery, ensuring quality outcomes, programme certainty and effective stakeholder management while maintaining a collaborative approach with clients, consultants and subcontractors.