About

Zeroed is Australia’s premier provider of world-class shooting ranges and training facilities. With a legacy of over 40 years in construction management as part of Manteena, Zeroed was established with a focus on providing full service delivery under a single model to meet all project needs in this industry.

Our global partnerships create the opportunity to offer our clients access to world-leading technology from multiple suppliers and innovators.

Led by Dr Daniel Knight, Zeroed has proven itself as a leading provider of shooting range solutions by integrating design, manufacture, procurement, construction and maintenance into a complete service offering. Supported by the Manteena Security team, Zeroed offers a single end-to-end solution for all of our client’s shooting range and live-fire training facility needs.

 

Our team understands security sensitivities and has extensive experience working in secure construction for Government and the private sector. We have comprehensive security processes in place, including systems to ensure information security is maintained, and can adhere to defence and law enforcement requirements.

Fully Integrated Delivery

Our experience and track-record is based on tried and tested, streamlined, construction processes and project coordination. We effectively combine comprehensive technical knowledge with detailed planning and professionalism to deliver shooting range solutions that exceed our clients’ expectations.

Zeroed’s onsite team is highly experienced and qualified for the installation and maintenance of shooting range systems. Working closely and collaboratively with head contractors, or directly with client stakeholders, we ensure seamless delivery of our innovative, market-leading systems.

Our specialist team of Engineers and Architects go the extra mile to provide Building Information Modelling (BIM) for shooting range and targetry systems, ensuring complete integration within client facilities.

Our Team

Daniel became Australian lead for Manteena Security’s shooting range capability in 2019, focusing on large scale live-fire training facil...

General Manager / Director

Dr. Daniel Knight

Daniel became Australian lead for Manteena Security’s shooting range capability in 2019, focusing on large scale live-fire training facilities for law enforcement, defence and defence industry. After successfully growing the capability, Daniel was appointed General Manager and Director of the newly established Zeroed in 2021.

Daniel has been involved in every major Police training facility recently built in Australia, including retrofits to existing ranges. He has developed a strong relationship with many policing units across Australia and has built a thorough understanding of Law Enforcement’s live-fire training facilities.

Daniel holds a PhD in Structural Engineering, a Bachelor of Civil and Structural Engineering (Hons), Bachelor of Finance (Business) and a Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety. He is a published author of peer reviewed structural engineering journals and maintains a keen interest in product developments and technologies.

Andrew acts as a Director of Zeroed, and General Manager and Director of Manteena Security. He leads a team of highly qualified construc...

Director

Andrew Kemp

Andrew acts as a Director of Zeroed, and General Manager and Director of Manteena Security.

He leads a team of highly qualified construction security practitioners, who are focused on delivering outstanding securely built facilities and works within secure areas.

With a portfolio of clients including Australian Federal Police, Attorney General’s Department, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Department of Infrastructure, Andrew has an exceptional understanding of the importance of security, safety and discretion.

Andrew’s understanding of secure facilities, modular SCIFs and Zoned areas provides Zeroed customers with added insight into the construction requirements of their facilities, and all relevant security requirements.

Peita is an expert in complex security projects, construction and project management consultancy within Australia and overseas....

Technical Advisor / Project Director

Peita de Boer

Peita is an expert in complex security projects, construction and project management consultancy within Australia and overseas.

Drawing from her time as an Engineering Officer in the New Zealand Army, Peita has a unique insight into the critical role live-fire facilities provide in training end-users. She has played an integral role in the growth of Zeroed, contributing to the delivery of various facilities. Peita’s experience working with Government and Defence provides valuable expertise to the delivery of shooting range projects.

Peita was awarded the Distinguished Service Decoration from Her Majesty the Queen, holds a Masters in Engineering Science (Project Management), Bachelor of Civil Engineering (1st Class Honours) and is a Registered PRINCE2® Practitioner.

Lou’s career in the construction industry spans more than 45 years. With a wealth of experience and knowledge of trade, operational and...

Construction Manager

Lou Agnello

Lou’s career in the construction industry spans more than 45 years.

With a wealth of experience and knowledge of trade, operational and project management, Lou is widely respected by his industry peers.

Lou has been a lynchpin in the delivery of all Zeroed projects since inception and continues to play a crucial role driving projects towards completion. His knowledge of modular and prefabricated construction solutions provides clients with additional innovation opportunities.

Dylan offers clients a wealth of experience within Government and Defence drawing from his career as a combat officer within the Austr...

Project Manager

Dylan Paraga

Dylan offers clients a wealth of experience within Government and Defence drawing from his career as a combat officer within the Australian Army, where he reached the rank of Captain.

During his service, Dylan held command and training appointments, spending significant time within the 3rd Brigade in Townsville followed an appointment as an Instructor at the Royal Military College – Duntroon. He had the opportunity to serve overseas in Iraq and worked with numerous partner nations such as the New Zealand Defence Force, United States Marine Corps and British Army.

Since joining Manteena and Zeroed, Dylan has delivered projects for both the Australian Government and partner nations, such as the New Zealand Government.

This experience enables Dylan to employ his leadership and detail-oriented approach to problem solving and planning, whilst being able to effectively communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders. His background within Defence allows him to better understand the client and delivery requirements of Defence and Government projects.

Matt has delivered a number of high security projects for the Department of Defence and other Clients over the last 10 years...

Senior Project Manager

Matt Fletcher

Matt has delivered a number of high security projects for the Department of Defence and other Clients over the last 10 years.

Since joining Manteena, Matt has managed a variety of Design and Construct projects overseeing multidisciplinary design teams to achieve results that surpass expectations.

Having served as an Engineering Officer in the Australian Army, Matt applies his civil engineering background to Zeroed projects that require construction work in secure, operational environments. During his time in the Army, Matt gained experience working in ranges including as a Marksmanship Instructor and Demolitions Range Supervisor, providing him an appreciation for the use of these facilities.

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