Our director, John McKenna has significant experience in electrical engineering, having commenced work in the electricity supply industry in 1982.

John has considerable knowledge of electrical construction and engineering, retaining the position of Energex Distribution Planning and Design Coordinator on the Sunshine Coast from 1998 to 2013. This position was responsible for the technical aspects and contractual arrangements of all commercial, industrial, domestic and rural connections, including road work projects and network maintenance. John acted in management and business improvement roles, developing substantial understanding and expertise in statutory compliance, corporate business structure and prudent business practices.

In January 2014, we developed our Business Management System aligned with the requirements of AS/NZS ISO 9001:2016 which deliver capability, quality and performance. The purpose of the Business Management System is to ensure Auspower Connect provide value products and services that meet customer expectations and provide a safe and healthy work environment for our personnel, customers and the public.

We developed a Safe System of Work that ensures all work is performed to meet safety, environmental and legal responsibilities in accordance with Queensland Work Place Health and Safety Legislation and Queensland Electrical Safety Legislation. The purpose of the Work Health and Safety Management Plan is to ensure Auspower Connect comply or exceed all statutory health and safety requirements and Distribution Authority standards.

Auspower Connect vision is to achieve “Zero Harm – No Incidents, No Injuries”. We pride ourselves on a culture that fosters the value of our people and our clients through a spirit of co-operation. We recognise that WH&S leadership drives the desired behaviours of our people and ensures the integrity of our management systems, which will lead to achieving our vision of Zero Harm.

In 2014, we successfully completed the Energex capability assessments, Energex reviewed and endorsed our Business Management System and subsequently provided accreditation to be supplier as follows:

Energex – Subdivision Engineering Design
Energex – Streetlight Engineering Design
Energex – Network Engineering Design (panel)
Energex – Large Customer Connection Engineering Design

In 2019, we successfully completed the Ergon capability assessments and Ergon subsequently provided accreditation to be a supplier as follows:

Ergon – Subdivision Engineering Design
Ergon – Streetlight Engineering Design

We enjoy participating in the development industry and collaborating with our industry colleagues to provide cost-effective electrical infrastructure that will satisfy the realistic expectations of our client, local government and the distribution authority.

Auspower Connect has developed a wealth of expertise, skills and knowledge to ensure that our customers receive outstanding service and that their projects are delivered in a professional, competitive and timely manner.