Our Workshops - What’s New Certified to ISO 15614 Series / 06
Brisbane Upgrades / 06
Gladstone New Tech / 07
Innovation & Sustainability
Berg Recognised at GEA Awards / 08
METS Mission to PNG / 08
Sustainability Starts With Us / 09
MOU Signed With Indonesia’s Polman Bandung / 09
Our People
Reward & Recognition / 10
Milestone Anniversaries / 11
Thank You and Farewell / 11
Avi Embarks on PHD / 12
Dogging Course Complete / 12
Supporting Health and Wellness / 13
Promoting Careers in Manufacturing / 14
Celebrating Another Big Year / 15
A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE
2024 has been a year of transformation and progress.
As we close out another remarkable year at Berg Engineering, we would like to take a moment to reflect on our achievements, celebrate our people, and look forward to the opportunities ahead.
2024 has been a year of transformation and progress. From installing cutting-edge equipment like the Okuma double-column machine to breaking ground on our new workshop in Indonesia, we’ve continued to push boundaries and expand our capabilities. These advancements position us as industry leaders and strengthen our commitment to delivering exceptional solutions for our clients. Our team remains the heart of our success.
This year, we welcomed new talent to key roles and invested in professional development across all levels of the organisation.
We also prioritised diversity and inclusion, ensuring our workforce reflects the communities we serve and our belief that great ideas come from varied perspectives.
We’ve built stronger connections with clients and partners while exploring innovative technologies to drive efficiency and reliability for our clients’ operations.
As we venture into 2025, we’re poised to achieve an even more significant impact through collaboration, ingenuity, and our unwavering dedication to excellence.
Our team remains the heart of our success.
Thank you to our employees, clients, and partners for being part of this journey. Your trust and commitment inspire us to keep raising the bar.
Derek Berg CEO Nilu Berg Principal Partner
MACHINING MAXIMISED
This year one of our key priorities was to scale up our machining capabilities - putting a renewed focus on our Titan mill in Gladstone, and installing our brand new Okuma machining centre in Brisbane. This has cemented us as a leader in high quality, efficient, large-scale machining which, combined with our specialist welding and fabrication capabilities, positions Berg as the preferred partner for heavy industry manufacturing and refurbishments.
The Titan
Our Titan SC 40/50-4HY double column vertical boring and turning mill has been delivering impressive large diameter manufacturing and refurbishments to support our critical local power generation and mineral processing industries.
The Titan, Gladstone.
The new Okuma, installed at Brisbane.
The Okuma Arrives
We were thrilled to officially launch our brand new Okuma MCR-A5CII 25 x 40 Double Column Machining Centre at our Brisbane facility last month. The new machine has replaced our recently decommissioned Okuma MCM20 Twin Pallet Double Column Machining Centre, enabling us to deliver the very best in machining capabilities with faster solutions and turnarounds.
Our Brisbane Workshop Manager Daniel Bryant made a trip to Okuma Corporation in Japan in August to tour the facility and inspect the new assembled machine before it was disassembled, packed and shipped to Brisbane.
After its arrival and install in Brisbane, engineers from Okuma Corporation Japan joined the Okuma Australia technical team to commission the equipment with the first jobs coming through immediately after.
This is a seriously impressive machine and we look forward to what it will deliver for our clients.
Brisbane Workshop Manager Dan at the Okuma facility in Japan to inspect the new machine.
Nilu Berg and City of Moreton Bay Councillor Cath Tonks officially open the new Okuma.
CERTIFIED TO ISO 15614 SERIES FOR WELDING
During the year, we successfully achieved certification to the ISO 15614 series of welding specifications.
ISO 15614 series is an internationally recognised welding quality standard for arc and gas welding of steels, and arc welding of nickel and nickel alloys, titanium and overlay welds. Qualification means that welding integrity is assured throughout the entire manufacturing and fabrication process.
Berg has also successfully completed several other industry certifications including:
X ISO 3834-2: 2022 IIW Manufacturer Scheme
X ISO 14001: 2015 Environmental Management Systems
X ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Management Systems
X ISO 45001: 2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
BRISBANE UPGRADES
Our Brisbane workshop has undergone a string of improvements this year to enhance our capabilities, capacity and efficiency for clients.
In addition to the install of the new Okuma, improvements have included a mains power upgrade, the reinstatement of three additional CNC machines, as well as the acquisition of new weld machines, PTA machine and fume extraction system.
Preparing for the Okuma.
Reinstating three CMC machines.
GLADSTONE NEW TECH
Our Gladstone workshop has been the recipient of new equipment this year thanks to two government grants.
In July, we received almost $140,000 from the Queensland Government’s Manufacturing Hubs Grant program.
The funds were used to purchase a new 3D scanner and material analyser which will further enhance our asset optimisation offering to clients by substantially reducing production lead times for reverse-engineered parts.
Where parts and components have become obsolete or hard-to-find, this technology is enabling us to scan an existing item and its material and create a digital replica. A new component is then manufactured in our fully equipped workshops with our machining, fabrication, hard facing, and painting capabilities to re-produce the component to exact specifications. The new component can then breathe a whole new lease of life into our customer’s asset.
Our Gladstone site also achieved a remarkable milestone, reaching three years Lost Time Incident (LTI) free days showcasing the team’s unwavering commitment to creating a safe and secure work environment.
Watch Regional Development & Manufacturing Minister Glenn Butcher take a tour of our Gladstone facility
Minister Glenn Butcher watches the 3D scanner in action.
BERG RECOGNISED AT GEA AWARDS
Berg was a finalist in the Innovator Award category at the 2024 GEA Gladstone Engineering Alliance Industry Awards Night in October.
The award recognised companies that have demonstrated innovative approaches to developing new business opportunities through new products, diversification, new markets or adapting to current challenges. We were up against some stiff competition on the night but were thrilled to have been standing alongside companies of great calibre.
METS MISSION TO PNG
The Austmine PNG Mining Mission took place in July and Berg was one of a select few Australian METS companies to take part
The mission comprised of a week of site visits, meetings, networking events and briefings with leading mining companies, local suppliers, associations and government bodies, offering the opportunity to deepen engagements and make new connections with key stakeholders in PNG.
As part of the exclusive delegation, we shared our extensive capabilities in servicing mining operations’ maintenance requirements with our asset optimisation programs, designed to maximise asset performance and life through a range of services including preventative maintenance plans, field service, repairs, spare parts, manufacturing, reverse engineering, rebuilds and more.
The Austmine PNG delegation.
SUSTAINABILITY STARTS WITH US
In July, our CEO Derek Berg gave a presentation on the importance of empowering workforces when it comes to sustainability and managing carbon footprint.
“Managing carbon footprint is typically seen as a job for senior management - but when we’re focusing on managing the performance of existing assets, particularly on brownfields sites, power is in the hands of the people on the ground,” he said.
“We have found that when people can control their own destiny they become more engaged and more interested in what they’re doing. Carbon mitigation ceases to become just something for senior management. Everyone has a role to play in reducing emissions.”
MOU SIGNED WITH INDONESIA’S POLMAN BANDUNG
In November we signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Polman Bandung, Indonesia’s leading polytechnic institute, to collaborate in the field of mechanical engineering.
The MOU seeks to deliver solutions and innovations to the Indonesian market by bringing together Berg’s engineering expertise in the manufacturing, re-engineering and refurbishment of assets for heavy industry, with Polman’s on-the-ground knowledge of the needs and challenges facing Indonesia’s mining, energy and infrastructure markets.
Our Principal Partner Nilu Berg said:
“We are thrilled to be further strengthening our ties with Indonesia through this partnership. Polman Bandung has a long history of excellence in engineering as both a centre for education and a hub for innovation.
“Together, our goal is to share knowledge and skills that will benefit our respective domestic markets as we support our clients in their ongoing quest for asset optimisation. In particular, the MOU aims to address and resolve the challenges faced by Indonesian industry, thereby helping businesses to remain competitive on the local and global stage.”
The signing of the MOU on 7 November included a tour of Polman’s impressive facilities in Bandung City, West Java.
The partnership follows several Berg initiatives in Indonesia as our presence in the region continues to grow.
Derek Berg speaks on sustainability.
We all have a role to play in reducing emissions.
Derek and Nilu Berg at the MOU signing ceremony.
REWARD & RECOGNITION
Congratulations to the following employees who were awarded for their outstanding contributions to Berg during 2024. We thank you once again for you incredible efforts!
Workshop Choice Award: Barry Linde
Office Choice Award: JP Rouwendal
Most Valued Employee Award: Paul Otway
Brisbane
Office Choice Award: Julius Salcedo
Most Valued Employee: Cornelio Egtapen
Workshop Choice Award: Ferdi Mendiiola
MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES
Congratulations to all our employees who reached milestone service anniversaries with us during 2024. You are very valued and we thank you for your dedication and hard work!
10 Years
Helen Sundiam - Accounts Supervisor
Anne Cuevas - Accounts/PA to the CEO
15 Years
Jeanette Bayton - Quality Assurance & WHS
20 Years
Henry Lou - Accountant
30 Years
Norm Pavey - Technical Officer
THANK YOU AND FAREWELL
This year we bid farewell to two stalwarts of our Berg workshops - Jason “Robbo” Robson and Rob Jolley.
Loyal and dedicated, Robbo was honoured after 22 years of service by having the Gladstone warehouse named in his honour.
Rob, an expert machinist, also with 22 years of Berg service, brought much knowledge into the Brisbane machine shop, and had the new tool store named after him.
These two are the epitome of our Berg values and we thank them for their significant contribution over the years.
Barry Linde - CNC Machinist
Jason “Robbo” Robson
Rob Jolley
AVI EMBARKS ON PHD
Our Technical Services Manager at Gladstone Avi Narayan will be undertaking a PhD next year in material analysis, studying the optimal machining process for Stellite 6 cobalt-based alloys to enhance surface wear resistance.
The proposed study will investigate optimal parameters for machining Stellite using modern resilient cutting tools (coated and uncoated carbide inserts, PCD and PCBN) with several tool geometries. The project will also look at surface integrity including residual stresses and microcracks in the sub-surface layer of machined parts, and the study of tool wear and tool life.
Avi has been with Berg since 2017 and completed his Master of Engineering (Mechanical) with Distinction at the University of Queensland in 2022 (pictured). His PhD will increase his expertise and bring further innovation to Berg, adding even greater value for our clients.
DOGGING COURSE COMPLETE
Congratulations to Cornelio, Harry and Brenden at our Gladstone facility who all completed their dogging course recently and passed with flying colours!
Having this high-risk work licence has provided them with the skills and formal qualification to direct our crane operator when moving loads around, use various slinging techniques and ensure our lifting gear is in good working condition.
We wish you all the best for your studies Avi! This is a great example of living the Berg value of Excellence.
Cornelio, who started work with Berg as a Fitter and Turner in 2012, also began his trade certificate this year. We know you’ll ace it, Cornelio!
Cornelio started is trade certificate this year.
Cornelio, Harry and Brenden with their certificates.
Avi with his Master of Engineering.
SUPPORTING HEALTH & WELLNESS
R U OK? Day
The R U OK? National Day of Action on 14 September is an important day on the Berg calendar. While our health and wellness programs put an ongoing focus on our mental health and that of our workmates, on R U OK? Day, we dedicate time at both our Brisbane and Gladstone facilities to come together and remind ourse
Movember
We got behind Movember with a nine-strong group of ‘Mo Bros’ who all committed to growing a mo to raise funds for men’s mental health.
Shout-out to Isaac, Jody, Matt, Michael, Nick, Paul, Vince, Marcus and John who all did an amazing effort raising over $1,500!
New Faces
As we continue to grow and expand into new markets, we welcomed many new faces to the Berg family this year across all roles, including some key positions in our leadership team.
National Business Development Manager - Mining, Energy, Transportation, Defence
Business Development Manager
Talent Acquisition Manager
PROMOTING CAREERS IN MANUFACTURING
In July, we welcomed a group of year 10 students from Tannum High School for a tour of our Gladstone facility as part of the Inside Advanced Manufacturing event for Queensland Manufacturing Month.
This was an excellent opportunity for students to see local manufacturing in action and help them gain insight into the diverse careers available within the manufacturing sector.
