Our History
Since our founding in 2004, CV has grown from a small signage business into a multi-disciplinary services provider delivering integrated solutions across infrastructure, construction, asset maintenance, power and signage. We have grown to over 900 team members and have offices located across the east coast of Australia, supporting clients throughout the Asia-Pacific region.
This journey wouldn’t have been possible without the trust and support of our clients. We commit to delivering our customers the edge by always:
• Putting safety first
• Understanding and respecting your priorities
• Communicating openly with you to ensure there are no surprises
• Delivering quality outcomes
2004
Neil Cox Signs
Andrew McMaster and Ed Phelan established an investment group and acquired Neil Cox Signs, a small signage business with 14 team members and an annual turnover of $1.8 million.
2008
John Love Electrical, Nathan Electrical & Nathan Construction Group
John Love Electrical, Nathan Electrical and Nathan Construction Group were acquired, growing the business to just over 200 team members and a turnover of $36 million. These acquisitions broadened the business’ electrical and construction capability, setting the foundation for future growth.
2008
CV Services Group Established
The business rebranded to CV Services Group, reflecting a clear vision to offer an integrated range of trade services – a business large enough to deliver but still small enough to provide tailored customer service.
2009
CV Infrastructure Services Established
CV Infrastructure Services was established – an Energex-accredited electrical business specialising in street lighting, traffic signals, ITS and overhead reticulation. This expansion strengthened CV’s ability to support critical infrastructure projects.
2015
CV Media & Design Established
CV Media & Design was established with a dedicated team focused on advancing our digital signage offer. This strategic move strengthened CV’s ability to deliver innovative and tailored digital solutions to clients.
2017
Brisbane HQ
All Brisbane-based CV businesses relocated to a single head office and signage manufacturing facility in Hendra. This consolidation of four Brisbane locations into one purpose-built site streamlined operations and strengthened collaboration across the business.
2019
FirePro
CV acquired FirePro, adding wet fire services capability to the business. This enabled CV to offer a full fire services capability across design, installation, certification and maintenance.
2023
Securall
CV acquired Securall, strengthening the business’ security offer with integrated electronic security systems. The acquisition added capability across installation, system integration and long-term maintenance to support the safe and reliable protection of assets and facilities.
2024
Celebrating 20 Years
In 2024, CV marked 20 years since beginning as a small signage business with just 14 team members. Over two decades, CV grew into a multi-disciplinary services provider with more than 900 team members and offices across the east coast of Australia. This milestone was a testament to the hard work, commitment and dedication of everyone who contributed to the business’ growth.
2025
Synchrotech
CV acquired Synchrotech, a specialist provider of hybrid and resilient power systems. With more than 40 years of engineering expertise in designing and building turnkey energy solutions, Synchrotech added deep capability in integrating solar, battery storage, intelligent controls and traditional generation. With full in-house manufacturing capability, this acquisition strengthened CV’s ability to deliver dependable energy solutions for critical and remote environments.
Accreditation
CV systems are externally certified by SAI Global.
Our certification covers:
• Quality certification to ISO 9001:2015 standard
• Environment certification to ISO 14001:2015 standard
• OHS certification to ISO 45001:2018 standard
CV is accredited to undertake underground and overhead work on ENERGEX assets. We are on the Ergon Energy Preferred Contractor Panel and are a Level 1 Approved Services Provider in NSW. CV is a Gallagher Perimeter Solutions and SMB channel partner, and an AXIS communications CCTV channel partner. We are a Telstra approved contractor, and are Molex and CommScope certified installers.
We are members of Master Builders, MEA (an accredited Master Electrician Australia), AI Group, QBCC, Australian Sign & Graphics Association, Master Plumbers Association, Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC), Facility Management Association, Australian Security Industry Association Ltd (ASIAL), National Fire Industry Association, Australian Energy Producers, Australian Industry & Defence Network (AIDN), Engineers Australia, Professionals Australia, Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise (TSBE), and Safer Together.
CVSG Electrical Construction Pty Ltd
QLD Electrical Contractor Licence No: 68271
NSW Electrical Contractor Licence No: 240746C
Security Provider Licence No: 3257431
CV Infrastructure Services Pty Ltd
QLD Electrical Contractor Licence No: 71102
NSW Electrical Contractor Licence No: 243316C
CVSG Asset Services Pty Ltd
QBCC Licence No: 1232419
QLD Electrical Contractor Licence No: 68870
NSW Electrical Contractor Licence No: 314960C
CV Media & Signage Pty Ltd
QBCC Licence No: 1061506
QLD Electrical Contractor Licence No: 1501601
Synchrotech Controls Pty Ltd
QLD Electrical Contractor Licence No: 58123
NSW Electrical Contractor Licence No: 304200C
NT Electrical Contractor Licence No: C2682
QLD Gas Work Authorisation Licence: A1416