Get to know our August Business of the Month, Go Bins Gold Coast.

Tell us about your awesome business!

Go Bins Gold Coast provides skip bins in a variety of sizes for the disposal of household and commercial waste in an environmentally responsible way. We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service and operating a safe, reliable skip bin service across the Gold Coast.

What can we expect to see from your business in 2023?

In 2023 Go Bins Gold Coast is set for continued growth while honouring our commitment to provide excellent services to our customers. We want to be the best skip bin company in our community.

Let’s get to know our awesome August Member of the Month, Rosanna Pappalardo, Interior designer at RJP Design & Decor.

Tell us about yourself and your role!

I’m a mum to one 7yo human and one fur baby! I love the outdoors, being active and healthy! I have a huge passion for design and decoration; and love working with people to make their homes and businesses a reflection of their personality.

How long have you been in the industry and what drew you to a career in construction?

About 20 years with a variety of positions in the office furniture and tiles and flooring. I love the process of renovating or building where you are collaborating with a client and so many different trades to bring a concept to life!

What has been your biggest career achievement so far?

Winning the KBDi Queensland Small Kitchen Designer in 2019 for our Golden Beach renovation project for some wonderful clients.

What are your professional goals for 2023?

Work / Life Balance
Continued Business Growth
Continued Professional Development – I love learning something new!

Let’s get to know our awesome July Member of the Month, Katrina Platt, Managing Director at O’Shea and Sons Builders.

Tell us about yourself and your role!

Here at O’Shea and Sons Builders we are thrilled to announce Katrina Platt has joined the team as Managing Director. Katrina will lead the executive in sustainable business growth and investment, HR development and management. She will be working from home and in the office.

How long have you been in the industry and what drew you to a career in construction?

I had an extensive career in the public sector as a graduate, progressing to senior executive. I am thrilled about my transferable skills and the exciting times ahead at O’Shea and Sons Builders. I was born into a building family so the perfect fit.

What has been your biggest career achievement so far?

Being senior executive including Chief Financial Officer of a large organisation before I was 30 years old was a significant achievement. During my time in the public sector I managed massive innovation, transformation and leading edge project.

What are your professional goals for 2023?

Personally, the career shift is giving myself time and being present for my teenagers. My husband has been great support and now I am playing it forward. Professionally, I cannot wait to learn more and be part of such an engaging
and inclusive construction sector.

Get to know our June Business of the Month, PJ Safety Solutions.

Tell us about your awesome business!

PJ Safety Solutions develops Safety Systems, Safe Work Method Statements and documents specific to client’s business needs. Ensuring compliancy with the added benefit of site inspections, toolbox inductions, support and 24/7 assistance. We liaise with and consult with you based on the tasks you perform in your work environment. Our aim is to set you above your competitors by discussing the system with you to ensure understanding and provide you with the tools to implement into your business. We give you backup and constant support as needed.

What can we expect to see from your business in 2023?

A more visual presence of PJ Safety Solutions. Particularity in relation to our interstate clients, providing increased site visits and the ability to make documentation quicker by development and preparation while on site.

Let’s get to know our awesome June Member of the Month, Julie Bolitho, Tailored Recruitment & HR Specialist at Dedicated Staffing Solutions.

Tell us about yourself and your role!

I’m a Gold Coast local, I’m one of those people who loves coriander, I prefer a decent coffee to a glass of champagne and my family is precious to me.

How long have you been in the industry and what drew you to a career in construction?

My career started many years ago, working in the building industry & studying drafting. I was drawn (pun intended!!!) to the industry because everyone working in the industry seemed real, there was no pretense, limited egos and I had a great mentor.

What has been your biggest career achievement so far?

My biggest career achievements come from emotional & personal satisfaction when helping young people start careers. Most recently, bumping into a former apprentice who now has their own building business, just seeing them in their work gear & car with company logos. My heart melts.

What are your professional goals for 2023?

Constant learning to be at the forefront of HR legislation & Fairwork Act. Provide tailored support to busy employers by sourcing talented employees. Deliver a meaningful and caring candidate experience. Be a more proactive as an AWIC member & increase attendance at networking events.

Get to know our May Business of the Month, Johnson Suisse.

Tell us about your awesome business!

Johnson Suisse is part of the Roca Group, the largest manufacturer of bathroom products in the world. Supported by a network of 85 factories in over 170 markets. A multinational corporation with manufacturing capabilities and design centres around the world allow product design to meet the standards and requirement of the Australian market, backed by local teams to provide support and services with the only 25 years’ Vitreous China warranty in the industry.

What can we expect to see from your business in 2023?

Improved technology and service. More coloured tapware, range extensions, smart technology toilets, new basin designs.

Let’s get to know our awesome May Member of the Month, Melinda Costa , Office Manager at Go Bins Gold Coast!

Tell us about yourself and your role!

My role at Go Bins Gold Coast as office manager means I handle all administrative tasks for the business from customer enquiries to marketing and financial administration. I also support Stephen our Company Director and Lino our second truck driver in their roles.

How long have you been in the industry and what drew you to a career in construction?

I’ve been in the skip bin industry for nearly five years, after my partner Stephen and I relocated from Melbourne and launched Go Bins Gold Coast where we saw a gap in the market for a family-oriented, affordable skip bin service.

What has been your biggest career achievement so far?

Being awarded the AWIC 2022 Exceptional Small Business Manager was definitely a highlight and my biggest professional achievement.

What are your professional goals for 2023?

In 2023 my goals include continued company growth whilst maintaining our high level of customer service and attention to safety. I am also working on improving our marketing and educating the public about skip bin safety.

Get to know our April Business of the Month, Construct Law Group.

Tell us about your awesome business!

Construct Law Group is a boutique law firm specialising in all things building and construction law. We were founded by our Director, Aleisha MacKenzie, in 2014 and have quickly developed into a prominent law firm in the construction sector.

Our team is full of AWESOME women (and men) who are passionate about the building industry and assisting those involved in the industry – from homeowners all the way to builders and developers – in every way we can. From contract drafting to litigation and dispute resolution, our clients know that they can rely on us to service their needs and provide them with high-quality legal advice.

What can we expect to see from your business in 2023?

We are motivated and ready to continue to provide accurate, professional and reliable legal services to the construction industry and its consumers in 2023.

As the industry is still addressing the flow on effects of the pandemic, we anticipate our clients will continue to require advice on how to navigate the ongoing delays and material shortages and this will be at the forefront of our practice in 2023.

After hosting our legal conference at the start of this year, our legal team devised a strategy to optimise our clients’ experience and we are currently in the process of rolling this out. We are also looking forward to strengthening our ongoing relationships with key industry bodies and continuing to provide our support through sponsorship of various events.

This year, we will see the continued introduction of the new statutory trust requirements and various case law regarding application of relevant legislation. We’re looking forward to helping our clients understand their obligations under this new regime and how they can best implement systems within their business to ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.

In 2023, we’re also aiming to continue to expand our presence in the sector so you can look forward to seeing us at many industry events!

Let’s get to know our awesome April Member of the Month, Kim Allen, Office Manager at CRA Construction!

Tell us about yourself and your role!

I am a proud Office Manager of our small family business I own alongside my husband Chris.
I am the point of contact for our 16 staff and run all of our back-office marketing, book keeping and simply put… keep our business turning over.

How long have you been in the industry and what drew you to a career in construction?

I have been in the property industry for 20 years however, entered the construction industry officially 5 years ago. I quickly fell into becoming an Accidental Office Manager where we had to create CRA Construction on the fly after leaving a nasty business partnership.

What has been your biggest career achievement so far?

Creating our successful business and being able to proudly say we have done it and done it right!

What are your professional goals for 2023?

Finally getting out of our working from our house and buying our first office/warehouse.
Bringing on more staff to enable our business to grow.

Get to know our March Business of the Month, Network Steel.

Tell us about your awesome business!

Established over 30 years ago Network Steel has well and truly cemented itself as the most trusted supplier of Structural Steel (and associated products and services) to the Residential Construction Sector. Servicing our regions most respected home builders and townhouse developers.

We take great pride in exceeding customer expectations but equally we are just as proud of our long serving staff and the core values that have helped to create a brand that is unequalled within our field.

What can we expect to see from your business in 2023?

Much the same philosophy as we head into 2023, as we continually strive towards growing our business and brand recognition from strength to strength.
Whether that be the release of new product lines and services, or expansion into new regions as we continually increase our presence throughout Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and onto the Northern Rivers of NSW.

Along the way celebrating the milestones of Key Employees who have achieved multiple years of service, including a handful who have now achieved 20+ years and one very awesome lady who will soon be recognized for 25 years of service.