About Us

CONNEKT PLUMBING

At Connekt Plumbing, we are proud to be a South Australian-owned and operated contracting and maintenance business, specialising in Tier 1 commercial and industrial plumbing solutions. Established in 2015, we have built a reputation for delivering bespoke hydraulic services, drainage solutions, and advanced facility management to the commercial construction and industrial sectors.

Our capabilities extend from initial planning and design through to project management, construction, and ongoing maintenance. By proactively addressing challenges in the early stages, we ensure cost-effective and sustainable outcomes for our clients.

As a proudly South Australian business, we draw on local expertise, trusted partnerships, and cutting-edge technology to deliver turnkey solutions. Our team is driven by a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence, ensuring we consistently exceed expectations.

At Connekt Plumbing, we’re more than a contractor—we’re your partner in building a sustainable future.

We’re a quality-focused plumbing company

Our capabilities range from early planning and design, feasibility studies, value management, construction, project management, preventative maintenance plumbing and emergency call-out service plumbing.

Our Vision

At Connekt, we aim to redefine construction and facility management through innovation, quality, and sustainability, leaving a lasting impact on the industries we serve.

Our Mission

Our mission at Connekt is to lead in construction and facility management through fostering a culture of innovation, sustainability, and excellence, delivering exceptional value to clients and creating a rewarding workplace for our staff.

CONNEKT VALUES

At Connekt Plumbing, we firmly believe in a quality-over-quantity approach. This allows us to effectively manage quality and innovation while optimising our output in a way that ensures we consistently exceed our clients’ expectations. High standards of excellence and innovative practices are the foundation of our company values. We pride ourselves on the following pillars:

Positivity & Integrity

Maintain clear and transparent communication. Foster a respectful, honest, and optimistic environment. Motivate through constructive feedback and lead with integrity in all interactions.

Innovation

Continuously seek to improve and innovate. Embrace new technologies, challenges, and opportunities to learn and grow. Encourage initiative and empower every team member to contribute ideas that drive progress.

People First

Together we achieve common goals. Value diverse perspectives and contributions. Promote effort, inclusion, and collaboration over individual outcomes. Support each other and celebrate team success.

Exceed

Strive for excellence in all aspects of our work. Go above and beyond to exceed expectations. Deliver quality, safety, and reliability that builds trust with clients, partners, and each other.

Solutions

Approach every challenge with a solution-oriented mindset. Be resourceful, proactive, and collaborative. Never raise a problem without a proposed solution, and turn every obstacle into an opportunity for improvement.

Core Competencies

Quality Systems:

Drawing from years of relevant contracting experience, Connekt Plumbing’s quality systems have undergone continuous refinement and enhancement. Acknowledging the dynamic nature of our industry—characterised by technological advancements, evolving regulations, and perpetual change—we prioritise remaining at the forefront of innovation.

We regularly review and improve our quality performance documentation, working closely with our workforce and suppliers. This ensures our systems remain relevant, effective, and aligned with the latest industry standards. By maintaining this proactive approach, we consistently meet and exceed client expectations while mitigating risks and maximising operational efficiency.

Our unwavering commitment to excellence is not just a goal—it’s a driving force behind our continuous improvement journey.

This dedication is recognised through our ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality standards (Certification No. AU1744-QC).

At Connekt Plumbing, quality is more than compliance—it’s our promise to deliver exceptional results on every project.

Safety Systems:

As an organisation operating in an industry with inherent risks to human well-being and environmental integrity, Connekt Plumbing prioritises safety as a core value. Our approach extends beyond compliance with Workplace Health and Safety (WH&S) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations—we proactively collaborate with our workforce and clients to prevent incidents and mitigate hazards.

At Connekt Plumbing, safeguarding the welfare of individuals and protecting our surroundings are paramount. Every member of our team undergoes comprehensive induction into our meticulously crafted safety systems and policies, ensuring they are equipped with the tools and knowledge to uphold our rigorous safety standards. This dedication fosters a culture of vigilance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

By integrating proactive risk management and promoting ongoing collaboration, we strive not only to meet but to exceed regulatory requirements, safeguarding the well-being of our personnel, clients, and the communities we serve.

Connekt Plumbing is proud to hold ISO 45001:2018 certification for safety standards (Certification No. AU1744-SC).

Our Team

Matthew Kirkbride

Founder / Executive Director

Grad Cert. Ap Pgmt, Cert. IV Building & Construction, Cert. IV Plumbing & Services

Our Managing Director Matt is an experienced hydraulic services professional with a trade background and solid understanding of how building projects are designed and constructed. When it comes to specialised trade construction management, there’s not much that he hasn’t seen. His accumulated industry experience comprises roles as a Tradesman, Supervisor, Project Manager and Business Manager.

Matt’s qualifications range from plumbing trade services, building & construction, broader project management and business competencies.

“Acknowledge who you were yesterday, and better on that today”

Visit Matt’s LinkedIn profile for comprehensive career insight.

Matthew Sloan

General Manager

Cert. IV Plumbing & Services

Matt has been an integral part of our business, bringing a wealth of technical expertise, project management capability, and people-focused leadership.

With a strong background in construction management and a deep understanding of the plumbing and hydraulic services industry, Matt has earned the respect of clients, peers, and the broader industry. His recent appointment as General Manager reflects both his commitment to excellence and our strategic focus on strengthening leadership to drive growth, innovation, and exceptional service delivery across all areas of the business.

Matt’s integrity, leadership, and operational clarity have already had a significant impact, and this new chapter marks a natural progression in a career defined by professionalism and performance.

Visit Matt’s LinkedIn profile for comprehensive career insight.

Construction Team

Tom Richards

Cert. III Plumbing & Services

Project Manager – Civil & Industrial Projects

Alex Kobzeff

Cert. IV Project Management,
Cert. III Plumbing & Services

Project Manager

Scott Wyatt

Cert. III in Engineering (Technical), Cert. III Plumbing & Services

Design & Technology

Lash Dhevaraju

M. Constr. Mgmt, B.E. (Hons.) Civil Eng.

Project Engineer

Maintenance Team

Lachlan O’Brien

Cert. IV Plumbing & Services

Service Manager

Jessi Abrahamson

Service Coordinator

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS