About CW Elec Automation | Electrical Experts in Australia

Services

Electrical & Automation Solutions for Industrial and Commercial Sites

CW Electrical & Automation operates as industrial electrical contractors supporting complex industrial facilities across Melbourne and throughout Australia. We deliver electrical projects, ongoing site maintenance, and industrial automation solutions designed to keep critical operations running safely and efficiently.

We work closely with facilities managers and operations teams to design, install, and maintain electrical systems that are compliant, reliable, and built for real operating conditions. With experience across major sites, our team takes a practical, engineering-led approach — from large-scale electrical upgrades through to specialist services such as thermal imaging and traffic light control.

Electrical Projects

Planned and delivered electrical projects that integrate seamlessly with your site and operational requirements.

Electrical Site Maintenance

Ongoing electrical maintenance that keeps your site safe, compliant, and operating reliably.

Industrial Automation

Practical automation solutions designed to improve reliability, efficiency, and control across your operations.

Safety Compliance

Clear, thorough electrical safety inspections and compliance programs that reduce risk and simplify audits.

Thermal Imaging

Proactive thermal imaging to identify potential electrical faults before they impact safety or uptime.

Traffic Light Control

Traffic light control systems that improve site safety and manage vehicle and pedestrian movement effectively.

How We Work

Clear Communication & Accountability

We believe most project issues come down to poor communication — so we make it a core discipline. Our clients know what’s happening, what’s coming next, and where things stand at all times.

We plan work carefully, communicate early when conditions change, and take ownership of outcomes rather than deflecting responsibility. You’ll deal with a team that shows up when they say they will, follows through on commitments, and is accountable from planning through to close-out.

Disciplined, System-Led Delivery

CW operates as a system-led business, not one reliant on individual heroics. Our work is planned, scoped, documented, and delivered using established processes that protect quality, margin, and timelines.

This approach allows us to deliver consistent outcomes across maintenance, project work, and more complex automation or infrastructure environments — even as scope and complexity increase. It also means fewer surprises, better coordination, and a more predictable experience for our clients.

Safety and Quality Without Compromise

Safety and workmanship are non-negotiable. We don’t trade quality for speed, and we don’t lower standards under pressure.

Our team is trained, supported, and expected to plan work properly, identify risks early, and speak up when something isn’t right. If conditions aren’t safe or scope isn’t clear, we slow down, reassess, and get it right — even if that means adjusting timelines. That discipline protects people, assets, and long-term outcomes.

Portfolio

Project Experience Across Industrial & Commercial Sites

We deliver electrical projects and ongoing maintenance across a range of industrial and commercial environments, including manufacturing, logistics and infrastructure facilities. Our work is carried out in live sites, with careful planning to maintain safety, compliance and continuity of operations.

Site Electrical Maintenance – Food Processing Facility

Provided 24/7 electrical support, rapid breakdown response, and preventative maintenance, improving system reliability and minimizing downtime at a food processing facility.

Taxi Area Traffic Light System

Designed and implemented a wireless Taxi Area Indicator Light System, enhancing taxi flow management and operational efficiency at the airport.

Hazardous Area System Upgrade

Upgraded and certified electrical system to meet AS/NZS 60079 standards, ensuring safe operation in refinery’s hazardous area.

PLC Program for Refrigeration Compressor

Developed PLC and HMI programs for Mycom compressor integration, ensuring safe, reliable operation of ammonia refrigeration at a poultry facility.

Owner Led. Client Focused

Ryan Curwen Walker

CW Electrical & Automation is an owner-led business, with hands-on oversight across both projects and ongoing maintenance work.

Founded in 2014 by Ryan Curwen Walker, the business supports industrial and commercial sites that need reliable electrical contractors who understand live environments, compliance requirements and the importance of clear communication.

Ryan remains closely involved in the business, ensuring work is planned properly, delivered safely, and aligned with how each site operates. This approach has helped build long-term relationships with facilities managers, asset owners and operations teams who need consistency and accountability from their contractors.

If you’re looking for an electrical partner who understands site constraints and takes responsibility for delivery, CW Electrical & Automation is structured to support that.

Teams

Meet Our Team Members

Ryan Curwen-Walker

Director

Provides strategic direction for the business, overseeing client relationships, business development, and long-term capability growth. Ryan works closely with the leadership team to ensure CW remains focused on disciplined delivery, clear communication, and sustainable growth.

Lucas Navarro

Operations Manager & Head of Maintenance

Oversees day-to-day operations, including quoting, scheduling, invoicing, and site coordination. Lucas ensures maintenance programs run smoothly, communication is clear, and client commitments are delivered consistently.

Jimmy Vu

Head of Projects

Leads the delivery of electrical and automation projects across Australia, coordinating teams, schedules, and resources to ensure projects are planned properly and executed to a high standard.

Lachlan Sutherland

Head of Industrial Automation

Oversees industrial automation projects, system upgrades, and ongoing improvement initiatives. Lachlan focuses on building reliable, scalable automation solutions while continually strengthening CW’s technical capability.

Thomas Foreman

Industrial Automation Technician

Thomas supports the delivery of industrial automation projects through installation, commissioning, and maintenance of control systems. He plays a key role in ensuring reliable system performance while contributing to continuous improvement across CW’s automation capabilities..

Tell Us About Your Site

Share a few details about your project or maintenance requirements and our team will be in touch to discuss next steps.

Get in Touch With Us

To discuss an electrical project, ongoing maintenance, or site requirements, you can contact us using the form below, call us on 1300 29 35 32, or email sales@cwelecautomation.com.au

Company Profile