Tomkins Capability Statement Issue 4

STATEMENT

ISSUE 4 DESIGN CONSTRUCTION FITOUT

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WE ARE A FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED
QUEENSLAND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
THAT HAS BEEN ASSOCIATED WITH THE
BUILDING INDUSTRY FOR OVER 64 YEARS.
THIS STANDS AS A TESTAMENT TO OUR
COMMITMENT, EXPERTISE AND INTEGRITY.

ABOUT US 2

FINANCIAL STATEMENT 4

KEY PERSONNEL 6

C OMPANY STRUCTURE 8

ACCREDITATIONS 10

AWARDS 12

DIVISIONAL INVOLVEMENT 14

INDUSTRY SECTORS 18

OUR HISTORY 22

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ABOUT US

AT TOMKINS, BUILDING IS NOT JUST A CONTRACT,
IT’S A RELATIONSHIP.

Tomkins has an award-winning and proven Tomkins operates within a third party accredited TOMKINS HEAD OFFICE | BANYO
commitment to providing solutions-focused services Integrated Management System (IMS) which ensures
to complex project challenges. that project management in quality, health, safety
and the environment is undertaken in a structured,
Strong relationships with all key industry stakeholders measured and auditable manner.
and a collaborative approach provides successful
outcomes for clients. Our HSEQ Systems Manager has the sole focus
of ensuring Tomkins’ operations comply with AS/
A strong and loyal network of subcontractors and NZS ISO 9001:2008; AS/NZS 4801:2001 and ISO
suppliers delivers a quality product each and every 14001:2004.
time.
One of the greatest compliments Tomkins enjoys is
The suite of skills and experience our personnel the extent of repeat business from clients.
bring to the processes of project delivery is second-
to-none, positioning the company in line with They enjoy the relationship that is built as
strategic corporate objectives for continued growth Tomkins works with them on delivering
and divisional recognition in the Queensland and successful project outcomes, and so do we.
Northern New South Wales markets.
Tomkins designs and constructs a wide
Due to recent company expansions, Tomkins now variety of dynamic residential, commercial,
executes in three distinct divisions across Brisbane, industrial, and retail projects including
Sunshine Coast and further afield: special heritage ventures to each client’s
unique specifications.
• CONSTRUCTION
MIKE TOMKINS | DIRECTOR
• SPECIAL PROJECTS

• SUNSHINE COAST & REGIONAL

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BUILDING IS NOT JUST
A CONTRACT,
IT’S A RELATIONSHIP.

AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY BUILDING T | BANYO

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT

TOMKINS HAS STEADILY ACHIEVED MEASURED AND
STRATEGIC GROWTH OVER RECENT YEARS, RESULTING
IN A THREEFOLD INCREASE IN TURNOVER AND MORE
THAN A DOUBLING OF STAFF NUMBERS.

Having self-funded this growth, Tomkins is well As a result of being an institutional client for almost 30 GATEWAY AT CENTRUS | EIGHT MILE PLAINS
positioned to manage turnover of approximately $180 years, Tomkins enjoys a strong working relationship
million. with Westpac Bank, CBA and NAB. We have also DESIGN | CONSTRUCTION | FITOUT
established a strong relationship with QBE Australia.
As a result, overall project capacity has increased and
we are able to complete projects ranging in scope and Tomkins maintains all relevant licenses, insurances and
value of approximately $60 million. Industry accreditations:

We understand the critical importance of managing • QBCC Licence No. 61959
company finances to assure confident growth into the • NSW Licence No. 237383C
future. • Qld Master Builder Member No.06048
• Brisbane Airport Corporation
We have employed a team of experienced and
knowledgeable professionals to assist with governance, Category A Contractor
including a Certified Practising Accountant in the • Qld Government PQC Rating Three
role of Chief Financial Officer as well as an external • AS/NZS 4801:2001
accountancy firm to provide regular reporting and • AS/NZS ISO 14001:2004
analysis of company performance. • AS/NZS ISO 9001:2008
• Property Council of
To ensure integrity and ‘arms length’ accountability of
all our financial practices, Tomkins employs external Australia Member
auditors to undertake annual reviews of the company’s • Urban Development Institute
financial records.
of Australia (UDIA) Member

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COMPANY TURNOVER

RADIUS APARTMENTS | WOOLLOONGABBA

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KEY PERSONNEL

AT TOMKINS, WE BELIEVE
OUR EMPLOYEES’
SUCCESS MEANS OUR
SUCCESS.

Tomkins is committed to appointing highly skilled MIKE TOMKINS JULIAN FRENCH
and experienced personnel to deliver proactive
management, strong partnerships and a people- DIRECTOR OPERATIONS MANAGER
centred culture.
Mike is a third generation builder who brings a wealth Julian has extensive experience constructing large
We are fortunate to have accumulated quality personnel of construction expertise to the company. The value government and institutional projects with Green
with a wealth of enviable industry experience to provide of Mike’s record of 30 years successful experience in Star and NABERS ratings. His suite of skills is
strength across the company. design and construction projects among the industrial, increased by his ability to mentor project teams and
commercial and residential sectors is coupled with his achieve project objectives. With a proven record of
We are dedicated to providing a range of training and ability to lead and establish client oriented solutions. managing company growth through difficult market
development opportunities to existing employees Mike works closely with key clients to ensure the conditions, Julian bases his success on close
as well as providing a range of cadetships and company meets the principal project requirements. attention to detail, implementing fluent management
apprenticeships across our business. systems, setting attainable project goals and strong
working relationships with clients, staff and project
teams.

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SHERRYN POTTS MIA BANNISTER BARRY LEHMANN

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
MANAGER SUNSHINE COAST
Diligent and detailed financial management has
become a hallmark characteristic for Sherryn A seasoned Business Development Manager with As a key member of the Tomkins team and with a
as the company’s CFO. A Certified Practising 17 years management experience, Mia has worked proven track record spanning more than 20 years,
Accountant (CPA), Sherryn has been instrumental across all levels from grassroots through to senior Barry operates as a true construction professional.
in the implementation and training of the company management. Mia has successfully overseen Barry’s strength in building lasting relationships
accounting software. Always performing at the highest business development on a national level by is amplified with his strict rigour of management
level, Sherryn’s capacity has continued to increase commercialising research, leveraging partnership across all project types, sizes and delivery methods.
over her years with Tomkins to accommodate the opportunities and thought leadership. She is active As a highly motivated leader he is comfortable in
ever-increasing internal governance and external in promoting the services that Tomkins provides with all sectors of the construction industry, understands
auditing required for the growing company turnover. both existing and new clients, working closely with the life cycle of development and is a solution
our Director and Operations Manager to develop focussed design manager and records scores of
key business development strategies. successful projects.

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COMPANY STRUCTURE

CONSTANTLY EVOLVING AND EXPANDING, THE TOMKINS DESIGN CONSTRUCTION FITOUT
COMPANY STRUCTURE CONSTITUTES A WEALTH OF
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE IN CONSTRUCTION, DESIGN,
PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND FINANCE, BACKED BY A TEAM
OF TALENTED INDIVIDUALS.

An open door management model allows for easy Tomkins employs a traditional organisational structure Cairns
communication between management and staff, as represented in the pictured matrix wherein Senior
ensuring workplace harmony and immediate response Management is involved across all aspects of the Townsville
to all on-site issues. operations.
Experienced project management personnel QLD Rockhampton
ensure there is regular communication between all Clearly defined roles and responsibilities enable
stakeholders and that project targets are established strong leadership while contributing toward the Roma
from the beginning, constantly monitored and accountability and governance measures needed
achieved. in a strong and healthy construction company. Toowoomba Sunshine Coast
Brisbane
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NSW Port Macquarie
Newcastle

Canberra

This map is a pictorial graphic only and is not designed to exclude any area from our reach. Tomkins is well
known as a relational Builder and as such we will support our clients wherever they may wish to build.

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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS MANAGER DIRECTOR CHIEF FINANCIAL
MANAGER JULIAN FRENCH MIKE TOMKINS OFFICER

MIA BANNISTER EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

ESTIMATING MANAGER HSEQ SYSTEMS MANAGER ACCOUNTS PAYABLE RECEPTIONIST

ESTIMATOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER SPECIAL PROJECTS SUNSHINE COAST & REGIONAL PROJECT
PROJECT MANAGERS MANAGER REGIONAL CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS
ESTIMATOR
ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGERS MANAGER

PROJECT MANAGERS

MARKETING MANAGER

CONTRACT SITE MANAGER CONTRACT SITE MANAGER CONTRACT SITE MANAGER CONTRACT SITE MANAGER
ADMINISTRATOR ADMINISTRATOR ADMINISTRATOR ADMINISTRATOR

CADET SITE FOREMAN CADET SITE FOREMAN CADET SITE FOREMAN CADET SITE FOREMAN

CORPORATE DIRECT LABOUR/ DIRECT LABOUR/ DIRECT LABOUR/ DIRECT LABOUR/
LABOUR HIRE LABOUR HIRE LABOUR HIRE LABOUR HIRE
WORKERS WORKERS WORKERS WORKERS

BRISBANE CONSTRUCTION MINOR WORKS AND FITOUT SUNSHINE COAST REGIONAL

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ACCREDITATIONS

A ROBUST THIRD-PARTY ACCREDITED INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM (IMS) ENABLES US TO PROVIDE EXPERTISE ACROSS A
WIDE RANGE OF PROJECT FORMS AND DELIVER A STRONG
FRAMEWORK FOR QUALITY ASSURANCE COMPLIANCE
ACROSS OUR CONSTRUCTION, HEALTH AND SAFETY,
ENVIRONMENTAL AND PROCUREMENT DISCIPLINES.

The IMS has allowed us to achieve a wide range of The relentless work completed to achieve the
third-party accreditations, including the Queensland above accreditations has facilitated our inclusion
Government Prequalification (PQC) System (Level onto the Approved Builder Panel with Brisbane
3) and Brisbane Airport Corporation’s Corporate City Council (BCC). This was achieved following
Standards (approved Category A Contractor). This a rigorous application and submission process to
has allowed us to expand our operations into Local the BCC Strategic Procurement Branch. Tomkins is
and State Government funded projects. proud to have received two Master Builders Awards
for projects completed under this arrangement.
Tomkins is now recognised on the Queensland
Government ratings system at PQC Level 3, As part of the work undertaken to achieve third-
after first being added at PQC Level 2 in 2010. party accreditation, Tomkins has embraced the
This is a significant achievement and opens new requirements of WorkCover Queensland to
opportunities for the company. develop a robust Workplace Rehabilitation
Policy and Procedure.
Tomkins has worked hard to achieve inclusion onto
the State Government’s Register of Quality Assured HAYMANS ELECTRICAL WAREHOUSE | BRISBANE AIRPORT
Suppliers. This register recognises those suppliers
who are using an accredited Quality Assurance
system to run their business.

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TOMKINS HAS WORKED
HARD TO CREATE
AND GROW STRONG
INSTITUTIONAL
SECTOR CONNECTIONS
RESULTING IN AN EVER
INCREASING CLIENT
LIST AND WORKBOOK.

CHERMSIDE LIBRARY & NORTH REGIONAL BUSINESS CENTRE | CITY OF BRISBANE INVESTMENT CORPORATION

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AWARDS AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY
BUILDING T
TOMKINS CONTINUES TO DELIVER 2015 Queensland & Brisbane Master
HIGH QUALITY PROJECTS FOR Builders Housing and Construction
EVERY CLIENT AND ENJOYS Awards - Education Facility over $5 million
INDUSTRY RECOGNITION
ACROSS A VARIETY OF AWARD BEERWAH SHOPPING VILLAGE
CATEGORIES AND INDUSTRIES. 2015 Sunshine Coast Master Builders
Housing and Construction Awards
It is important for us to ensure that we maintain our primary Retail Facility
focus on achieving client project objectives above all else and
subsequent receipt of an award will be the bonus prize for the TRANSIT SYSTEMS GLADSTONE
project team, trade suppliers and sales centres alike, over and 2015 Central QLD Master Builders
above the pleasure recorded by our clients for a job well done. Housing and Construction Awards
With our workbook involving an expanding variety of projects in a Commercial Facilities up to $5 million
spectrum of complexity, we are confident in our ability to continue
to be an award-winning company and are challenged by the
success we need to achieve in order to do so.

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AHMADIYYA MUSLIM ASSOCIATION Other Master Builders Housing &
MOSQUE STOCKLEIGH Construction awards:

2014 Gold Coast Master Builders • Bellbowrie Pool Redevelopment
Housing & Construction Awards 2013 Brisbane Master Builders Housing and
Construction Awards
Sporting & Community Service Facility Sporting and Community Service Facility up to
up to $5 million $5 million

CARINYA DRIVE STABILISATION • Sandgate Town Hall
2014 Central QLD Master Builders 2012 Brisbane Master Builders Housing and
Housing & Construction Awards Construction Awards
Civil Contractor of the Year Refurbishment/ Renovation up to $5 million

AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC • 2008 Queensland Master Builders Housing
UNIVERSITY HEALTH CLINIC and Construction Awards
Industrial Building up to $3million
2013 Brisbane Master Builders
Housing and Construction Awards • 2007 Queensland Master Builders Housing
Health and Education Facility up to and Construction Awards
Industrial Building $2-10million
$5 million
• 2006 Queensland Master Builders Housing
and Construction Awards
Industrial Building up to $2million

• 2004 Queensland Master Builders Housing
and Construction Awards
Home Renovation/Remodelling Project

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DIVISIONAL INVOLVEMENT

HAVING A BROAD RANGE OF PROJECT EXPERIENCE ACROSS
SEVERAL INDUSTRY SECTORS WITHIN A DIVISIONAL STRUCTURE IS
VITAL FOR CONTINUED STRENGTH AND SUCCESS.

Due to continuing company expansions, Tomkins construction company that has been associated
executes in three distinct divisions: Construction, with the building industry for over 60 years. This
Special Projects and Sunshine Coast & Regional. stands as a testament to our commitment, expertise
and integrity.
CONSTRUCTION
Our Construction division covers all major Brisbane We design and construct a wide variety of dynamic
construction projects. It’s our bread and butter. commercial, industrial and residential projects
including special heritage ventures to each client’s
Tomkins is a privately owned Queensland unique specifications.

AUSTRALAND’S NEWPORT HAMILTON REACH | HAMILTON AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY | BANYO

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SPECIAL PROJECTS in our smaller projects, ensuring a quality delivery
for each client.
The Tomkins Special Projects division caters
to minor works jobs and fitouts. It’s our way of Current and recently completed Special Projects
connecting with the company’s grassroots, where works include the James Street Development,
it all began. Brickworks Design Studio, Winn Lane Display Unit,
and the under construction QUT Lift Upgrade and
This division is led by a team of highly skilled team PWD Amenities.
who are experienced across all phases of a project
life cycle. They have the attention to detail necessary

BRICKWORKS DESIGN STUDIO | FORTITUDE VALLEY JAMES STREET REDEVELOPMENT | FORTITUDE VALLEY

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DIVISIONAL INVOLVEMENT

SUNSHINE COAST & REGIONAL Tomkins is also proud to have had an ongoing sponsorship of the Kawana Waters
Tomkins recently opened an office on the Sunshine Coast, to meet the demand for Surf Life Saving Club for many years, which has included a contribution to their
the high growth in the region and further afield. $10M club upgrade and assistance for the club in providing the necessary training
and equipment their Life Savers need to do their jobs.
Statistics released by the Sunshine Coast Council show that growth in development
on the Sunshine Coast continues to rise. This division is led by Construction Manager Barry Lehmann. With a proven track
record spanning more than 20 years, Barry’s strength in building lasting relationships
Having already completed a number of projects within this region, Tomkins recently is amplified with his strict rigour of management across all project types, sizes and
won a 2015 Master Builders award in the Retail Facilities category for work recently delivery methods. As a highly motivated leader he is comfortable in all sectors
completed at the Beerwah Shopping Village. of the construction industry, understands the life cycle of development and is a
solution focussed design manager and records scores of successful projects.

TOMKINS SUNSHINE COAST OFFICE | MAROOCHYDORE GLASSHOUSE CHRISTIAN COLLEGE | BEERWAH

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BEERWAH SHOPPING VILLAGE | BEERWAH OUR PROFESSIONAL
KAWANA SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB | BUDDINA APPROACH AND
KNOWLEDGE
HAVE EARNED US
A REPUTATION AS A
SUPERIOR BUILDER.

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INDUSTRY SECTORS

AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY BUILDING T | BANYO DORNOCH TERRACE APARTMENTS | HIGHGATE HILL

EDUCATION SECTOR MULTI-RESIDENTIAL & MIXED USE

With a continued and strategic focus toward involvement in this sector Tomkins is Tomkins has a very strong background within this sector with a portfolio that
gaining notoriety for ever increasing project scope and complexity. We celebrate the includes projects of ten through to 100 apartments, units and townhouses.
award-winning ‘Building T’ project for the Australian Catholic University and current Our design and construction expertise provides quality support to each client
construction work at St Joseph’s Primary School, ACU’s Student Led Clinic and with a value engineering approach. Our most recent and current projects
Moreton Bay Boys College. include 91 apartments and six retail tenancies at Radius Apartments in
Woolloongabba, and 34 luxury apartments for Australand’s Newport
development in Hamilton Reach.

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HAYMANS ELECTRICAL WAREHOUSE & OFFICES | BRISBANE AIRPORT CHERMSIDE LIBRARY AND NORTH REGIONAL BUSINESS CENTRE | CHERMSIDE

INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL

Since the company’s inception Tomkins has enjoyed strong award-winning success Tomkins continues to achieve quality results for clients in the commercial sector.
within the industrial sector. With quality personnel involved from the very start, our Key Tomkins projects include the recently awarded Chermside Library and North
projects are renowned for achieving our clients’ objectives on time and on budget. Regional Business Centre Redevelopment and the Hudson Road Albion project
Tomkins recently completed Haymans Electrical Warehouse and the award-winning where we successfully delivered the six storey base building and subsequent fitout
DHL Express Logistics Warehouse, both for Brisbane Airport Corporation. of the ground floor food outlets and six levels of high end fitout and the Gladstone
Regional Council Offices. Tomkins were also recently awarded a 2015 Master
Builders Award (Commercial Facilities up to $5M) for the Transit Systems Gladstone
project.

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INDUSTRY SECTORS

AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY STUDENT CARPARK FACILITY | BANYO MATER HEALTH SERVICES | BROOKWATER MCLACHLAN STREET INSPIRATION OFFICE | FORTITUDE VALLEY

CIVIL HEALTH SECTOR FITOUT & REFURBISHMENT

Civil projects have continued to become prevalent on Tomkins has a rich and diverse history in health sector The company has strong foundations in the fitout and
the Tomkins workbook over the years. Tomkins were projects with our team having a great understanding of refurbishment line of work. Tomkins understands how a
awarded the 2014 Civil Contractor of the Year by Master the specialist and technically detailed specifics of these strong fitout or refurbishment can provide a new lease
Builders for the Carinya Drive Stabilisation Project for project types. Recently completed projects include the of life to an existing structure. Recent fitout projects
Gladstone Regional Council. Tomkins have completed a Australian Catholic University’s Health Clinic, Mater Tomkins have completed include the award-winning
variety of civil projects recently including a 50,000m2 car Health Services’ Brookwater Health Centre, and the Australian Catholic University Building T, the McLachlan
parking facility in Eagle Farm and a 610 space car park Royal Women’s Hospital Radiation Therapy Bunker. Street Fortitude Valley Inspiration Office, and numerous
and sports court facility for Australian Catholic University. commercial and industrial offices all over South-East
Queensland.

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JAMES STREET REDEVELOPMENT | FORTITUDE VALLEY SANDGATE TOWN HALL | RESTORATION PROJECT

RETAIL HERITAGE

The retail industry has changed a lot over the years, with a huge importance Construction on heritage-listed buildings is highly specialised and requires a unique
now placed on the customer’s experience within stores and centres to increase building approach in order to maintain the building’s character that make it so
engagement. Tomkins understands this, and has successfully delivered projects special. Matching materials and finishes, managing regulatory bodies and satisfying
from regional shopping centres to high-end retail stores for national clients. stakeholders are all part of the job for heritage related work. Recent heritage projects
Recent projects include the award-winning Beerwah Shopping Village, the (under- for Tomkins include the (under construction) QUT Lift Upgrade & PWD Amenities,
construction) James Street Retail Precinct Redevelopment, and the new Design the award-winning Sandgate Town Hall refurbishment, and restoration works for the
Studio for Brickworks. Queensland Maritime Museum and Toowong Cemetery.

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OUR HISTORY

CONSTRUCTION IS IN DAVE TOMKINS EDWARD “TED” TOMKINS
THE BLOOD FOR THE
TOMKINS FAMILY WITH 1895–1955 1945
FIVE CONTINUOUS
GENERATIONS WORKING The history began with Dave Tomkins who instilled in The history continued with Edward “Ted” Tomkins
WITHIN THE INDUSTRY his family the positive character traits of hard work, who, upon returning from WWII and gaining an
COLLECTIVELY FOR honesty and integrity whilst he worked as a timber apprenticeship, quickly proved himself to be an
OVER 120 YEARS. ‘ringbarker’. adaptive and innovative successor. Establishing E.D.
Tomkins building company in 1951, Ted is recognised
The Tomkins name is one of enduring strength and for making the first delivery of “Ready-mix” concrete
synonymous within the building industry. even as he carried on the skills of hand dressing timber
with axe and adze. With sons Vince and Trevor formally
We credit our strength and endurance to a consistent joining the business the company name changed to
approach to managing our business and to the E.D. Tomkins & Sons.
character of our people. We are progressive yet employ
caution, we have vision yet respect tradition.

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VINCE TOMKINS MIKE TOMKINS BRENDAN HOOPER

1967 1993 2008

An award-winning Master Builder for close to 50 years, Tomkins Commercial & Industrial Builders has been The legacy that has been established is set to continue
Vince Tomkins’ influence in the industry has been owned by Mike Tomkins for more than 20 years. Mike’s long into the future through Mike’s son Brendan and
enormous. Vince and brother Peter established Tomkins building roots began as an apprentice with father Vince daughter Rachel. A tertiary-trained Project Manager,
Bros in 1982. As a successful business owner, Vince has and as such the business as it stands today owes a Brendan developed his skills in a Tier One company and
been responsible for training scores of apprentices over lot to a family tradition of quality construction. Mike understands the importance of relationships coupled
the years and has volunteered countless hours towards has established a clear multi-award-winning direction with strong disciplines in achieving the technical
heritage restoration projects in south-east Queensland. for the company supported by a highly skilled and nature of projects and client objectives. Bringing on
Vince is today involved with Tomkins Commercial as experienced team. Mike has successfully created an a new focus for the business, Rachel has joined as
the warehouse manager and all-round handyman and expanding, competitive and influential company with an the Marketing Manager with a diverse background in
knowledge-base. extensive portfolio stretching across all industry sectors. strategic marketing and communications working within
the property, mining, retail and government sectors.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

JAMES STREET REDEVELOPMENT | FORTITUDE VALLEY AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY HEALTH CLINIC | BANYO BRICKWORKS DESIGN STUDIO | FORTITUDE VALLEY

Many thanks to you and the Tomkins Mike Tomkins and his team were We are pleased to present written Throughout the contract negotiations
project team for the dedication displayed in proactive and professional throughout confirmation in support of the quality working and subsequent building programme, Tomkins
tackling the redevelopment for the Williams the project. Their conscientious project relationship we enjoy. There are many were professional in their approach. Once
Sonoma Group at James Street. Your team has management and administration ensured the challenges when working on an operational mobilised on site, the team were sensitive to the
been exceptional in effectively addressing the project was completed within the time program campus and the Tomkins team have shown needs of adjacent, existing tenants. We required
issues that have arisen during the project life – I to meet the critical requirements of the client. their ability to effectively address any issues variations along the way and Tomkins always
have been particularly impressed by the manner The contribution Tomkins team made to the that have arisen during the projects that they accommodated these requests, doing their
in which the site team has managed the project project was appreciated and we understand have completed on the Campus. I cannot best to minimise extensions to the programme
and their sub-trades to lessen the impact our Client was very satisfied with the result.” speak highly enough of the level of service, the and meet our opening deadline. Our thanks
of the works on surrounding tenants. I can’t productive relationship and the professionalism go to the team at Tomkins for delivering a
speak highly enough of the level of service, the CHRISTOPHER HALL-JORDAN that we continue to enjoy with the Tomkins project which is receiving a great amount of
productive relationship and the professionalism team.” positive sentiment and applause from clients,
that we continue to enjoy with your company – I ARCHITECT SENIOR ASSOCIATE internal stakeholders and the general public.
have no hesitation in recommending Tomkins.” CONRAD GARGETT ARCHITECTS PROFESSOR JIM NYLAND We would have no hesitation in recommending

CALILE MALOUF ASSOCIATE VICE-CHANCELLOR Tomkins for future projects, large or small.”
(BRISBANE)
DIRECTOR AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY EVE CASTLE
CALILE MALOUF INVESTMENTS
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER,
BRICKWORKS BUILDING PRODUCTS

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MUSIC INDUSTRY COLLEGE | SPRING HILL GATEWAY AT CENTRUS | EIGHT MILE PLAINS DHL EXPRESS LOGISTICS | BRISBANE AIRPORT

Tomkins have consistently, from our Our Company currently has two The project team you appointed have I would like to take this opportunity to
experience, offered an exemplary service from projects under construction with Tomkins been professional, accommodating, easy to express mine and BAC’s appreciation for a
tendering, design and construct procurement Commercial and Industrial Builders. Our work with and very competent. The successful successful outcome to the DHL Gateway facility
through to traditional architect-administered first project with Tomkins was fifty-nine completion and delivery of the DHL Express project. From the outset, I believe both parties
contracts. Tomkins have provided for our townhouses at Runcorn. The quality of Facility has seen the seamless operational invested heavily in the relationship between
clients very thorough and transparent tender the workmanship was exceptional and occupation into the facility as planned. In the two organisations, with a collaborative and
submissions that are consistently competitive. hence we engaged Tomkins for our second addition, the solution focused attitude of your positive working relationship between the BAC
They follow this up with a very constructive project where Tomkins managed the whole company and the ability of the project team project team, Luke Quinlivan and the entire
approach to tender negotiations in regard to design process. The design process has to overcome some significant challenges on Tomkins onsite crew. The experience with
solutions to cost and design considerations. We now been completed and the construction the job just reinforced Tomkins’ commitment Tomkins has been one of responsiveness in
particularly admire their collaborative approach is underway. Based on our experience to both client and the tenant. At every level resolving our issues and delivering a building
to high quality design outcomes within tight with Tomkins we definitely recommend the quality and commitment has been to BAC‘s high standards and tight timeframes
budget constraints throughout the design, Tomkins to any prospective developers.” exceptional and we are particularly impressed in what was a very difficult project.”
construct, and development stages.” and grateful for the personal ownership of
JAMES CHOU the successful completion of this project.” GEORGE DELIBALTAS
ELIZABETH ANDERSON
DEVELOPMENT MANAGER MATTHEW GASKIN DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
DIRECTOR KINSTONE DEVELOPMENTS BRISBANE AIRPORT CORPORATION
HAYES ANDERSON LYNCH ARCHITECTS GASKIN CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

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Head Office: 11 Ashtan Place, Banyo QLD 4014 [email protected] Find us on:
Unit 4/21-23 First Avenue, Maroochydore QLD 4558 www.tomkinscommercial.com.au
QBCC Licence No. 61959 // ABN 98 061 732 778
07 3267 0694 07 3267 0758 NSW Licence No. 237383C

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ABOVE ALL ELSE, TOMKINS VALUES OUR
RELATIONSHIPS WITH CLIENTS AND
PROJECT STAKEHOLDERS AND THE
SUCCESS THAT RESULTS FROM THIS
APPROACH.

We work with likeminded people on our projects because experience shows this is the
best way to deliver quality outcomes on time and on budget.
Our understanding of design, engineering and construction enables project teams
to achieve value for money with the flexibility to accommodate future change. Our
expertise brings comfort to clients as project teams investigate and achieve lower life
cycle costs and quality space amenity.
Tomkins provides industry best practice construction techniques with the
personal touch of a family business.

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