Our Team

  • Anastasija Taranenko (Director) MEng MCIBSE CEng LFA

    Ana is a Chartered Mechanical (HVAC) Engineer with over nine years of experience working on a wide range of projects in New Zealand and UK. She is a Living Future Accredited professional and former Chair for the New Zealand chapter of the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).

    After years of working with various consultancies of different scales, Ana is channelling her experience into a new venture focused on her passion of delivering innovative and sustainable HVAC solutions. With a deep understanding of industry best practices and a passion for environmental responsibility, she founded AE Consulting — a new consultancy that combines the best practices learned in her previous consultancies with her passion for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that meet the highest standards.

  • Zamir R. (Contactor) HVAC Engineer

    As a contractor who supports AE Consulting with his expertise, he brings valuable insights and hands-on experience to a range of projects. With a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering specialising in Energy from the Polytechnic University of Tirana, his academic journey informs his dual roles as an Assistant Professor at KPGJT and the founder of Elite Engineering Studio. His work encompasses advancing HVAC systems and energy-efficient designs, leveraging extensive experience with site inspections, HVAC controls, and refrigeration.

  • Firas H. (Contractor) HVAC Engineer

    Firas is a contractor who supports AE Consulting with his expertise in mechanical engineering. With over 8 years of experience in MEP design and consulting, he holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, completed in 2015. His academic background provides a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and a comprehensive understanding of the design and operation of various mechanical systems.

  • Drafting Team

    Our drafting team is composed of refined professionals who have proven their skills and capabilities through consistent excellence. By combining the specialised expertise of both international and local talent with strategically selected outsourced professionals, we enhance our flexibility and capabilities. This approach ensures we deliver cost-efficient, high-quality solutions tailored to our clients' needs.