Symal welcomes Locale, expands utility civils

Symal has strengthened its diversified services offering by welcoming contractor Locale into the Group, expanding technical expertise in utilities and supporting growth in resilient end markets. 

Locale delivers specialised civil construction services to the utilities sector under a six-year contract with Power Network Services (PNS), which includes Powercor and CitiPower, supporting Victoria’s electricity network. 

With a strong reputation in the infrastructure sector and solid safety culture, client focus and agile delivery, Locale brings capabilities and values that closely align with Symal’s own. 

Symal Group Managing Director Joe Bartolo said:  

“Welcoming Locale to the Group is a significant milestone for Symal and directly supports our strategy of deepening our presence in critical infrastructure sectors and resilient end markets. 

Locale is recognised for its strong leadership, committed workforce and trusted client partnerships. Together, we’ll broaden our capability, strengthen our services and create lasting value for clients and communities. 

Most importantly, we’re excited to work alongside Cam and the Locale team, supporting them with Symal’s resources and backing to take the business to its next level.”  

Locale General Manager Cameron O’Shea commented: 

“This is an outstanding milestone for the Locale team, and a testament to the hard work and commitment shown to date. We’re extremely excited to join the Symal Group and look forward to what we can achieve together. With the Symal Group’s backing, resources and shared values, we’ll continue to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes for our clients and communities while taking our capability to the next level.” 

Under the continued leadership of co-founder and General Manager Cam O’Shea, Locale will benefit from Symal’s diverse and integrated model, providing solutions that will help drive integration and continued growth.