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Trusted Electrical Contractors in Melbourne | Furst Electrical
Furst Electrical is a family-owned electrical contracting business established in Melbourne's Bayswater precinct. With over two decades of combined experience in industrial automation and process control, our team delivers tailored electrical solutions for industrial, commercial, and airfield projects. We specialise in designing and installing electrical control systems that enhance production efficiency, safety, and profitability for clients across food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, water treatment, and aviation sectors.Our ISO9001-certified quality management system ensures rigorous adherence to safety and technical standards, while our in-house civil team enables seamless integration of electrical and infrastructure works. Backed by partnerships with multinational clients like Coca-Cola and Schweppes, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to zero-harm principles and continuous improvement.
Services
Airfield Lighting
Industrial Electrical
Control Cabinets
Hazardous Installations
Electrical Engineering
Automation Systems
Highlights and features
- We are ISO 9001 certified with a nationwide presence.
- Our team includes directors with 20+ years in industrial automation.
- We maintain a 1200sqm manufacturing facility for custom control panels.
- We provide 24/7 project support for critical infrastructure.
- Our in-house civil team ensures seamless electrical-civil integration.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
What people say
Competent and diligent personnel
Achieved milestones on time
Professional and safe manner
Smart cost-effective solutions
Proven track record
Services
Airfield Lighting
We design and install aeronautical ground lighting systems for regional airports and international facilities. Our solutions include remote monitoring, ambient light control, and surge protection to maximise runway uptime. Backed by ISO9001-certified processes, our in-house civil team ensures compliance with MOS139 standards and Australian airfield regulations.
Hazardous Installations
Our team specialises in electrical systems for hazardous areas classified under ASNZS60079.14. We provide zone 0-2 gas and 20-22 dust environment solutions, including equipment selection, control panel design, and independent certification. Projects span chemical processing and pharmaceutical manufacturing sectors requiring intrinsically safe installations.
Control Cabinets
We manufacture custom electrical control panels in our 1200sqm Melbourne facility. Our ISO9001-certified process includes Factory Acceptance Testing and 25% spare capacity for future expansion. Clients benefit from European components designed for over 1 million operations cycles and compliance with AS3000 standards.
Industrial Automation
We deliver automation solutions for food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing sectors. Our services include PLC programming, HMI integration, and conveyor system upgrades. Projects focus on reducing downtime through intuitive control interfaces and scalable infrastructure designed for future production demands.
Electrical Engineering
Our in-house engineering team provides CAD design, single-line diagrams, and power monitoring solutions. We specialise in Australian standards compliance for hazardous environments and airfield systems. Services include conduit scheduling, cable management, and long-term viability planning with 25% enclosure expansion capacity.
People
Mark Furst
Director
With expertise in industrial automation, Mark leads electrical design for hazardous areas and airfield systems. He regularly speaks at industry events and ensures technical excellence across all projects.
Lee Furst
Director
Lee manages operations and project delivery with an MBA background. He ensures compliance and documentation accuracy for complex infrastructure projects in food processing and airfield sectors.
Robin Marshall
Engineering Manager
With 30+ years' experience, Robin provides value-engineering solutions for oil and gas clients. He specialises in planning methodologies that reduce costs and avoid project pitfalls.
Paul Furst
Manufacturing Manager
Paul oversees control panel fabrication with on-site experience. He ensures technical specifications meet quality standards and negotiates supplier pricing for client cost savings.
Peter Smyth
Project Manager
Peter manages construction programs and on-site communication. He ensures milestone delivery for industrial and airfield projects while maintaining cooperative client relationships.
Questions
What industries do Furst Electrical Services work with?
We serve food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, water treatment, airfield infrastructure, and hazardous chemical processing sectors across Australia.
Are your electrical installations compliant with Australian standards?
All projects adhere to AS3000 and ASNZS60079.14 standards, with ISO9001-certified quality assurance and Factory Acceptance Testing documentation.
Can you handle complex automation projects?
Yes, our team has delivered robotic materials handling systems and PLC-controlled bottling lines for multinational clients like Catch of the Day.
Do you provide nationwide service?
We operate Australia-wide with head offices in Melbourne and project teams in regional areas for airfield and industrial projects.
What safety certifications do you hold?
We maintain ISO9001 certification and implement zero-harm policies across all hazardous and non-hazardous zone installations.
How do you manage project timelines?
Our in-house design and fabrication teams reduce lead times by 30% while ensuring compliance with construction program deadlines.
Reviews (3)
Rick Arkcoll
Dec 18, 2017
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Fantastic company, honest family business, very intelligent and capable team at Furst, attention to detail sets them apart. Highly recommend them for any electrical and automation needs.
Elliot Rabinov
Jun 11, 2017
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I don't usually write reviews - but I want to compliment the team at Furst for their expertise and professionalism. It was a pleasure working with them
Nick White
May 25, 2017
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Thanks to mark and his team. I keep coming back to Furst because I know I can trust them. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
