Welcome to NetMechanic.
We live for excitement and innovation in the digital sphere.
Founded in 2008, we are an international website development and digital marketing company based in the stunning Northern Suburbs of Cape Town. Our hard-working team has grown the agency from strength to strength since our humble beginnings with a results-driven approach (and hundreds of cups of coffee).
We are always learning new techniques and investigating new technologies. Does this mean we’re a little obsessed?
Yes! Does it also mean that our clients will have the most up-to-date, cutting-edge websites? An even bigger yes!
Our Mission
To bring together creative thinking, inspirational design, and smart technology to assist businesses in their success.
To improve the lives of businesses by enhancing their online presence by using channels that best suit their needs.
Everyday Heroes Doing Extraordinary Things
Our passion is creating websites that tell a story, that resonate with audiences and..well…that are just damn awesome! We work hand-in-hand with our clients, developing a full understanding of their needs, wants, and goals.
And then, we use our superpowers to design and develop a website that meets all of these – and more.Â
Garth
Managing Member (Owner)
Taryn
Operations Manager
Riaan
Lead Full Stack Developer
Nina
Project Co-ordinator and UX
Pixy
Front-end Developer
Sharné
UX & Graphic Design
Aimée
Junior Dev and Support
Garth Howard
Managing Member (Owner)
What is your role/title at NetMechanic?
I wear many hats (but mostly a Batman mask). I am the owner, sales director, idea generator, UX designer, Developer, SEO and Adwords Specialist of NetMechanic.
What are your responsibilities?
I am responsible for sales, Google Ads, inbound marketing, R&D, as well as UX. But I mainly focus on assisting clients to gain leads and prospective clients.
In another life I’m sure I would have been…
Batman!
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve …
It would definitely involve traveling Scotland, England, Germany seeing all the castles. I love medieval times and am fascinated by history.
Cats or dogs?
Both
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be …
My superpower would be Batman’s Voice.
Taryn Lebi
Operations Manager
What is your role/title at NetMechanic?
Garth’s Wingman!
What are your responsibilities?
All things relating to Finance, HR, and admin. Google Ads is my forte, but I am becoming a little Ninja at WordPress and SEO!
In another life I’m sure I would have been…
I’m pretty sure I was a butterfly.
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve …
It would definitely involve travelling afar in the blink of an eye, lots of delicious Eastern food, returning with a perfect suntan and just spending quality time with my hubby, daughter and son.
Cats or dogs?
Doggies – I have two
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be …
My superpower would be healing powers and telekinesis (definitely more than one power!)
Riaan Vermaak
Lead Full Stack Developer
What is your role/title at NetMechanic?
I am responsible for the PHP and JavaScript Development, as well as assisting with quotations and monitoring the development team.
In another life I’m sure I would have been…
I’m pretty sure I was a squirrel!
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve …
It would definitely involve bicycling on the moon.
Cats or dogs?
Dogs, Cats, Tortoises, Gremlins…
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be …
My superpower would be the ability to be in two places at once, and be mentally in a third.
Nina Nortje
Project Co-ordinator & UX Designer
What is your role/title at NetMechanic?
I am responsible for maintaining the communication between clients, their projects and the NetMechanic team. I also assist with design work.
In another life I’m sure I would have been…
I’m pretty sure I was a unicorn.
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve …
It would definitely involve a hot air balloon ride.
Cats or dogs?
Cats for liiiiiiife <3
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be …
My superpower would be going invisible!
Sharné Rustin
UX Designer, Graphic Designer, Front End Web Designer
What is your role/title at NetMechanic?
I make sure that our clients are presented with modern, up-to-date, functional and aesthetically pleasing designs to help promote their business or service.
In another life I’m sure I would have been…
I’m pretty sure I would have been the Winchester brother’s demon killing sister
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve …
It would definitely involve karaoke, tequila and good conversation.
Cats or dogs?
I am a human to one mischievous kitty, but I also have three dogs. So I’d have to say both?Â
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be …
My superpower would be the power to manipulate matter and energy.
Pixy Puala
Front-end Developer
What is your role/title at NetMechanic?
I am mainly responsible for transforming design mockups to code using the latest technology standards.
In another life I’m sure I would have been…
I am pretty sure I was a lion with eagle’s wings spreading fire all over the world in order to give life.
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve …
It would definitely involve music, dance, laughter and social and community activities to share love.Â
Cats or dogs?
I would like to say fish-pig but for now, let it be a Royal EagleÂ
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be …
My superpower would be the ability to guard heaven and earth to save human-kind from certain destruction.
Pinto Manual
PHP Developer
What is your role/title at NetMechanic?
My responsibility is to plan, develop, and maintain new system infrastructure. I also coordinate with the team to develop new ways to implement new marketing concepts and ideas.
In another life I’m sure I would have been…
I’m pretty sure I was a human!
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve …
It would definitely involve 21 compulsory days to allow everyone to have a basic knowledge of coding.
Cats or dogs?
Fish
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be …
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be love!
Aimée Hamel
Junior Front-end Developer
What is your role/title at NetMechanic?
I am responsible for all the little things that make our office tick. I am always learning more and more about how to perform complicated website changes, including hosting and email improvements.Â
In another life I’m sure I would have been…
I’m pretty sure I was Elvis’ secret lover!Â
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve …
It would definitely involve a braai and dop! If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve a braai and dop!
Cats or dogs?
My bunny Gandalf the Grey
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be …
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be… well, I am already the female Wolverine!
Amy Galbraith
Copywriter
What is your role/title at NetMechanic?
I create the copy for websites, articles, blogs, and social media for clients. Basically, I am a word wizard with a penchant for SEO copy.Â
In another life I’m sure I would have been…
I’m pretty sure I was a cat or encyclopaedia salesman – so much random general knowledge lives in this head!
If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve …
Iit would definitely involve sleeping in, waking up late, and having a full English breakfast waiting for me. Or, it would revolve around books and reading.
Cats or dogs?
I have three cats, so cats first but I do love dogs too!
If I were a superhero, my superpower would be …
My superpower would be invisibility or telekinesis…or flying…so hard to choose!
3rd Floor, 3 High Street, Rosenpark, Cape Town, 7530
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