Please join us in congratulating Daniel Valdivia, winner of the 2024 Chris Noble Apprentice of the Year Award! Daniel is one of Precise Air’s most loyal and valued employees. He sets himself apart with his strong technical skills, outstanding customer service, and dedication to building collaborative relationships with the Walker Corporation team at Parramatta Square, where he is based. The Walker Facility Managers have emphasised how integral he has been to the team, ensuring the optimal performance of HVAC systems while providing essential feedback to the on-site FMs. We would also like to congratulation our runners-up, Matthew Ball (Qld), Farhan Hussaini (SA) and Daniel Powers (Qld). They have all displayed dedication and skill throughout their apprenticeships. A sincere thank you to Actrol, whose support has been critical to the success of this apprentice program since it began. Their partnership, from sponsoring this award to offering invaluable guidance, education and support to our technicians, continues to enable our team to focus on what they do best. This award holds special significance for us as it honours Chris Noble, one of our technicians who was passionate about encouraging and teaching apprentices. It continues to underscore our commitment to developing the next generation of […]

Progress at the luxury apartment development Ethos at Chatswood is moving rapidly, where we are delivering the HVAC design and construct contract for Growthbuilt. Ethos is a mixed-use development, featuring 17 levels with 49 ultra-luxury apartments with panoramic views, retail and wellness facilities. Our design engineers applied value engineering to optimise system performance and reduce overall costs, ensuring a smarter, more cost-effective solution for our client. By refining the design, we’ve streamlined the rollout of the project, ensuring faster installation without compromising on quality. This means not only meeting deadlines more efficiently but also delivering superior results for the client with long-term operational savings. To find out more about this project or Precise Air’s engineering and construction capabilities, please contact Alex Hadigol, Precise Air’s General Manager – Construction.

Safe Work Australia’s National Safe Work Month is a time to reflect on the outstanding achievements of our team, who operate in high-risk environments, supported by our dedicated Managers and Supervisors. Working together, we prioritise safety so that we all Work Safe Home Safe.

Congratulations to James Leedie, Precise Air’s winner of the 2024 Live It Breathe It Award! As a senior technician in our Brisbane team and a key member of our RAP Working Group, James has shown a commitment to implementing Precise Air’s community based initiatives. He’s made a significant impact as a mentor to students in the Precise Air Aboriginal Pathways (PAAP) in Grafton, fostering both education and engagement. We really value his enthusiasm and contribution. With tough competition this year, we would also like to recognise our four runners up: Dean Albans (Electrical Fire Technician – Precise Fire QLD) Joel Millard (Technician- Precise Air VIC) Mark Schmechtig (Service Technician – Precise Air WA) Daniel Saravanja (Technician – Precise Air NSW). This award, nominated by peers, recognises those who embody our core values: Integrity, Safety, Customers, and People. Congratulations to James and all of the nominees!

This week, Griffith University students visited Precise Air’s team at The Oasis Shopping Centre as part of their Oasis Sustainability Project, where they learned first hand about innovative solutions driving sustainability. Organised by Knight Frank’s Associate Director, Project Management, Sarah Thorne and The Oasis Marketing Manager Peta Cotterill, Precise Air’s Minor Works Manager Stuart Gatland educated the students about the new Fujitsu General Australia Airstage chillers and discovered how these systems are playing a key role in reducing the environmental footprint of the Centre on the Gold Coast. The Oasis Sustainability Project is a comprehensive initiative that includes lighting improvements and a new building management system, showcasing the importance of integrating leading-edge technology to minimise environmental impact. It was fantastic to see the next generation of sustainability champions engaging with these technologies and understanding their critical role in building a greener future. If you would like to find out more about Precise Air’s capabilities on the Gold Coast, Please contact David Ross, General Manager QLD/NT Precise Air.

We are excited to announce that Precise Air has secured a three-year contract to provide HVAC preventative maintenance across four key facilities for the Essendon Football Club. We’re proud to be partnering directly with Essendon’s FM department to support their air conditioning needs, upgrades, and life cycle management. Our team will manage 262 HVAC assets across the following locations: The Hangar – Essendon Football Club, Melbourne Airport VIC Windy Hill Social Club, Essendon VIC Windy Hill Fitness Centre, Essendon VIC Melton Country Club, Melton VIC “It’s crucial that we partner with our suppliers to achieve the best outcomes for our state-of-the-art facilities, and manage our high performance centre across the entire asset lifecycle” said Nick Ryan, Chief Operating Officer – Essendon Football Club. “We’re looking forward to relying on the expertise that the Precise Air team brings to the table.” If you’re looking to partner with a leader in HVAC and Fire asset management, contact Sam La Rocca, Director National Sales.

Precise Air Group is proud to be working with PACT Group, a leader in Australia’s Circular Economy through innovative packaging, reuse, and recycling solutions. PACT Group is at the forefront of reducing waste by reusing and recycling resources, keeping them in circulation well into the future. Our national team is providing mechanical, fire and compliance electrical services to over 60 sites across Australia, including manufacturing plants, recycling centres, offices and warehouses. Like Precise Air, PACT Group is dedicated to creating lasting value for the environment and the communities they serve, through ESG strategies that are designed to make a difference. For more information about Precise Air’s capabilities in the industrial sector, please contact Sam La Rocca, Director – National Sales.

Reflecting our commitment to partnering with TAFE NSW to improve energy efficiency across their portfolio, we recently installed a Fujitsu AIRSTAGE A Class energy-efficient water-cooled chiller at the Ultimo campus. We chose the low Global Warming Potential Hydrofluorocarbon (GWP) HFO refrigerant R513A, which reduces global warming potential by 56% compared to R134A. This project is one of hundreds completed by our Construction team this year as part of the TAFE NSW ARP 3.0 Statewide HVAC Replacements program. Our ARP 3.0 program spans 43 campuses, from Albury to Wollongbar and Walgett, and includes upgrades to cool rooms, BMS, chillers, cooling towers, boilers, split systems, fans, package units, and VAVs. “Working with Precise Air Group has enabled us to plan critical equipment replacements strategically, ensuring minimal disruption and continued support for our educational services. ” said Stephen Owen, Investment Program Manager ARP at TAFE Infrastructure NSW. “The collaboration has been instrumental in improving our overall asset performance and realizing energy savings whilst also making changes towards renewable resources.” For more information about this project or our construction capabilities, please contact Alex Hadigol.

A commitment to partnering with our customers is in our DNA. Collaborating with Abacus Group and Fujitsu General Australia has been a particularly rewarding experience. Together with the Abacus Group sustainability team, we’re applying our mechanical engineering expertise to create clear and achievable strategies to help reach their sustainability commitments. This video case study highlights the recent upgrades at The Oasis Broadbeach and 14 Martin Place in Sydney, using Fujitsu AIRSTAGE chillers. Success of these projects is down to the planning and project management of our Gold Coast and Sydney teams. Our full case study goes even further. By leveraging data analytics and IoT technologies, we’re able to continuously monitor, report on and improve building performance and the indoor air environment, and deliver data driven strategies. It is such a pleasure to work with like-minded organisations who share a passion for seeking out innovative solutions. Together, we’re pushing the boundaries of technology, driving growth, and creating a brighter future. To find out more about, please contact Sam La Rocca or Andrew Waugh.

A leading edge QA system means nothing if it’s not adopted on site by your construction project teams. At Precise Air Construction, Quality Assurance (QA) is essential. Not only does it ensure consistent, high-quality results, it provides a compliance and documentation framework that helps guide our teams and subcontractors to meet our clients’ project KPIs and commitments. Martin Hadigol, Precise Air’s Quality Assurance Manager – Construction, has been integral to making sure our externally accredited Quality Management System, originally developed by our National HSEQ team, is fit for purpose for Construction, continuously optimised, and accessible online so that our teams in the field have easy access. This includes developing a clear construction strategy, managing documents effectively, mapping processes, setting over 85 KPIs across all processes and personnel, and enhancing our reporting system. Martin has also provided comprehensive training for our team and subcontractors, covering various QA requirements and process management. Our QA system integrates various online platforms, including Nintex Promapp for process management and Procore for project management, a platform that improves communication, collaboration and compliance with our approved subcontractors. These tools enhance efficiency, reduce risks, and improve quality management. “Focusing on making the system user-friendly and practical has led […]

Precise Air’s Andrew Waugh participated in the Innovation Spotlight Panel as part of the Healthcare in Real Estate Summit delivered by FuturePlace. Joining Andrew on the Panel was Jerry Kennard of Evoke Projects, Hamed Fararoui of Green Peak Energy, SolarEdge Technologies’ Technical Director James Sturch, and Simon Hayes of Proptech Association Australia. The Summit brought together leading owners, investors, developers, intermediaries, and everyone allied to the healthcare real estate sector to discuss strategies for designing, building, investing, operating, and managing superior healthcare facilities in alignment with increasing demand. To find out more about how Precise Air is preparing clients for the future of Data Driven Maintenance (DDM) and emerging technologies in HVAC and Fire, contact Andrew Waugh – General Manager Sales and Marketing, or Alex Hadigol – General Manager Construction.

Reconciliation Week provides us all with an opportunity to promote reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. It’s a time to reflect on our shared history, acknowledge the injustices of the past, and commit to building a better, more inclusive future. As part of our ongoing commitment to reconciliation, we are sharing a short video showcasing the voices of our students reflecting on the PAAP (Precise Air Aboriginal Pathways program) that we ran last year with the teams from TAFE NSW and Aboriginal Employment Strategy ltd. Take a moment to watch the video and hear firsthand what the PAAP program meant to our students and how it is contributing to our journey towards reconciliation. It’s a powerful testament to the impact of education and community engagement in fostering understanding and respect. Let’s continue to learn, listen, and work together towards a future of harmony and understanding. Visit Reconciliation Australia to find out how you can get involved.