About Us
We are a consulting engineering firm specializing in electric power network design, streetlighting and related technical services.
Our key staff have decades of solid industry experience and know how to get results. ELECTRO has a long-standing commitment to quality and a QA/Safety/Environment Management system certified to ISO 9001.
We regularly collaborate with a number of specialist firms with complimentary skills in order to offer a broad range of services to our clients. Apart from our permanent staff, our team is supported by a number of experienced subconsultants.
Meet the Team
Principal
Kent Gosden
B.E. (Elec) Hons1, Dip Bus, Dip TAS, MIE Aust, Cert IV Trainer/Assessor, NER, RPEQ
Kent has worked as a professional engineer in the electricity supply industry since 1981. Since 1994 Kent has worked as an independent consultant to the electricity supply industry within Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, working on hundreds of different projects covering a wide range of disciplines - lines, substations, lighting, subdivision design and planning. He is the author of numerous electricity authority manuals and training courses.
General Manager
Max Gosden
B. ENS (Power), Cert IV Trainer/Assessor
Max has more than 15 years of experience in electric power distribution network design. He has completed numerous designs for subdivision infrastructure, overhead and underground power network augmentation and lighting within various parts of Australia and North America. He is also a qualified trainer and has conducted a number of courses teaching distribution network design.
QA Manager & Senior Designer
Ivy Huang
B. Sc (Math), M. Econ
Ivy brings extensive experience in subdivision design, having successfully delivered many large and complex projects across Queensland. She is also highly skilled in streetlighting design, with expertise spanning residential subdivisions through to major infrastructure projects. At Electro, Ivy not only leads with her technical capability but also oversees our Quality Assurance systems and ensures full compliance with industry standards and audits. Her attention to detail and commitment to excellence make her an invaluable part of our team.
Technical Specialist
Brad Thomas
B. Bus, A.D Elec. Eng.
Brad Thomas is an experienced executive with a strong technical background and 35+ years of broad ranging experience within the Electricity Supply Industry in both Australia and New Zealand. Experience has encompassed both rapid growth and contraction environments, including over seven years senior managerial experience as the Mains Design Manager for Energex. Brad's extensive experience within Energex and Ergon enables him to help developers navigate the requirements of the various authorities from whom approvals are required in order to bring projects to a successful completion.
Administration & Accounts Manager
Emily Gosden
Accounts
Emily has a strong background in accounts and administration, with in-depth knowledge of the approval processes across various authorities. Her expertise will ensure your development runs smoothly and on schedule. She’s also dedicated to building lasting customer relationships. With a focus on clear communication and fostering a positive team culture, Emily and her team ensure that projects are executed efficiently and effectively.