About ETS
Infrastructure Management
Innovation Excellence
For over 40 years, ETS Infrastructure Management has been at the forefront of pioneering developments in Australia’s infrastructure sector. Australian-owned and operated with 46 depots and over 1,100 employees nationwide, we are leaders in innovation and excellence across diverse sectors including vegetation management, electrical and water metering services.
Delivering trusted infrastructure services nationwide
Our national footprint ensures that we deliver on our promise of providing prompt and efficient services while also committing to sustainable infrastructure solutions. At the core of our business is our purpose statement: “Working together to make communities safer.” This ethos dates back to the inception of our company, sparked by the vision of our owner and Managing Director, John Wallace. He recognised early on that the essential front-line services we provide not only bridge gaps in infrastructure but also play a critical role in safeguarding lives.
Clients appreciate our cooperative approach and our commitment to transparent and honest communication, values that have strengthened our relationships and built trust with our partners throughout our four decades of business operations. In every project, we strive to uphold these principles, ensuring that our clients feel informed and empowered at every stage of the process.
Our Specialisations
We are committed to delivering effective, sustainable, and innovative infrastructure services across a wide range of sectors. With expertise in water, electrical, vegetation management, and fleet management, we ensure tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of each industry, driving long-term success and reliability.
Vegetation Management
We provide a wide range of services including asset and landscape management, hazard tree assessment, arborist services, and emergency response in rail corridors, roadside, defence and council areas
Electrical Services
We specialise in delivering premier metering services, focusing on installing cutting-edge digital meters and aged meter replacement programs.
Water Industry
ETS offers solutions from meter reading and testing to sub-meter audits, backflow installation, compliance checks, and ongoing maintenance, ensuring comprehensive service coverage.
Fleet Management
All our services are backed by our in-house fleet division. Our specialist mechanical teams service, maintain and rebuild our fleet in our purpose built rebuild facilities.
Vegetation Management
We provide a wide range of services including asset and landscape management, hazard tree assessment, arborist services, and emergency response in rail corridors, roadside, defence and council areas
Electrical Services
We specialise in delivering premier metering services, focusing on installing cutting-edge digital meters and aged meter replacement programs.
Water Industry
ETS offers solutions from meter reading and testing to sub-meter audits, backflow installation, compliance checks, and ongoing maintenance, ensuring comprehensive service coverage.
Fleet Management
All our services are backed by our in-house fleet division. Our specialist mechanical teams service, maintain and rebuild our fleet in our purpose built rebuild facilities.
Building Safer Communities Through Collaboration
ETS Infrastructure Management leads the way in delivering advanced solutions across wide sectors of industries, including Defence, Rail, and Local Government.
Working Together to Make Communities Safer
At ETS we foster a culture of collaboration and expertise that empowers our teams to achieve remarkable outcomes. In a world where infrastructure lays the foundation for thriving communities, our organisation stands as a beacon of reliability. Our purpose, echoed in our statement, “Working together to make communities safer”, is rooted in our inception and reflects the profound vision of our owner and Managing Director, John Wallace.
Our Clients
Meet Our Executive Team
Each member of the ETS Executive Leadership team brings a unique perspective shaped by years of hands-on experience in various sectors. Together, they are committed to guiding the business towards a prosperous future, equipped with the insights and innovative strategies necessary to support our people, clients and stakeholders all while thriving in a competitive marketplace.
John Wallace
Managing Director
John’s association with infrastructure vegetation management began in 1981 in Victoria. During his early years of operation, he experienced the Ash Wednesday fires, where he realised just how important efficient vegetation management was in providing an essential frontline service for the community. Since then, John has played a pivotal role in advancing Australia’s infrastructure sector, leading with innovation and setting standards for excellence – but always with the same commitment to making communities safer.
John offers extensive experience in all facets of arboriculture services and has successfully managed long term government contracts and many private sector jobs.
He has a strong personal commitment to all clients and has an outstanding reputation within the industry for delivering exceptional service. By providing quality service to our customers, ETS has steadily grown over the years, strengthening our expertise, resources and equipment to now include a wide range of metering services in the electrical and water industries and fleet management.
John’s business philosophy of focusing on the clients needs is a part of our ETS heritage and is well entrenched in the ETS culture. As the Managing Director and owner of ETS, John takes a personal interest in ensuring this philosophy is carried through all of the organisation’s operations, along with his passion towards safety and quality and innovation excellence. Internally he encourages this through all levels of business operation by providing comprehensive and superior training that emphasises not only industry compliance but also safety, risk management, and leadership at all levels. Externally he is passionate about promoting initiatives including the Utility Arborist Association Safety Leadership award.
Paul Tymensen
CEO,
ETS Infrastructure Management
Paul’s tenure at ETS spans nearly two decades, starting in 2006 when he joined as the Chief Financial Officer and eventually assumed the role of CEO in 2015.
In this time Paul has remained steadfast in his commitment to honesty and transparency, recognising these values as pivotal in establishing and nurturing long-term, effective client relationships.
At ETS, Paul prioritises delivering infrastructure services that are not only effective and efficient but also sustainable, aligning with the company’s overarching purpose of making communities safer.
Outside of his professional endeavours, Paul is a passionate Hawthorn supporter, revelling in their successes over the past three decades. Additionally, he believes in lifelong learning that often leads to new hobbies, as well as a strong interest in muscle cars – which is evident through his ownership of several Holden throughout the years.
Bob Gierer
Chief Operations Officer,
ETS Infrastructure Management
Bob is the Chief Operations Officer within ETS Infrastructure Management, responsible for the management of the vegetation division of the business.
Bob commenced his career within the electrical distribution industry in the areas of powerline design, construction and asset management. Bob then entered the contracting industry and has spent the past 24 years in the vegetation management sector. As a business, Bob is passionate that ETS delivers on their promise whilst at a personal level, Bob enjoys the satisfaction of mentoring people to help them to achieve their greatest potential. Outside of work Bob loves anything outdoors, preferably where there is no phone reception.
Rob Godden
Chief Financial Officer,
ETS Infrastructure Management
Rob has been the Chief Financial Officer at ETS since 2021, overseeing the Finance and IT departments. His career is distinguished by a wide range of experiences.
He previously held various senior finance, transformation, and strategy positions during his 11 years with AusNet Services, following a 9-year career at Deloitte both in the UK and Australia, holding senior positions in consultancy and audit.
At ETS, Rob enjoys the sense of camaraderie with his colleagues, who are all dedicated to achieving excellence and readily offer support to one another, which proves invaluable particularly when facing challenges.
In his personal life, Rob is committed to keeping fit through running and weightlifting and enjoys scuba diving whenever the opportunity arises.Though his sports team loyalties may be varied—ranging from Hawthorn in AFL to Manchester United, rugby teams England, Australia, and the British Lions—he is equally passionate about each one.
Matt Wallace
General Manager
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Matt is the General Manager currently responsible for our Melbourne Water and Grounds Maintenance contracts in Victoria, and he has held multiple roles during his time at ETS.
Matt started his career with ETS in 2008 after finishing school and began working on a chipper in Yarra Valley before moving to working out of one of the EWPs clearing vegetation. In 2016 he was offered an opportunity to progress his career by moving to Newcastle to take up a position in Management. Since moving back to Melbourne in 2018 he has worked in many divisions across ETS including HSEQ, Fleet and Operations. Matt has a strong passion for the tree industry and completed his Diploma of Arboriculture in 2019.
After witnessing the destruction of the 2009 Black Saturday Bushfires firsthand and assisting in the clean-up efforts this cemented in his mind the very reason we are in the Vegetation Management Industry. ‘Working together to make communities safer’ is not just a slogan but the very reason for what we do and the ETS purpose. Away from work Matt loves sport and is a member of both the Collingwood Football Club and the Melbourne Stars Cricket Club. He also enjoys cooking and getting up early on the weekend to put some meat on the smoker.
Bryan Cowley
General Manager,
Metering
Bryan's tenure at ETS since 2017 has been marked by his contributions in various senior management roles, culminating in his current position as the leader and General Manager of the Metering Division - covering both the water and electrical sectors.
Bryan’s career began in chartered accountancy, but he has since evolved into an experienced senior manager within the utilities industry. His leadership is defined by a strong focus on safety and people, coupled with a keen ability to drive sustainable growth through strong customer relationships and a deep commercial understanding.
Passionate about fostering positive culture and delivering exceptional customer outcomes, Bryan’s own values closely mirror those of ETS. He resonates deeply with the company’s genuine care for its people and their well-being.
Outside of his business endeavours, Bryan enjoys getting into nature with his family, fishing and follows all things Rugby!
Scott Martin
General Manager,
Vegetation VIC/TAS
Scott joined ETS in 2021 as the General Manager –overseeing all our contracts in Victoria and Tasmania, including AusNet, Tas Networks, Metro Trains Melbourne, and Melbourne Water. With over 30 years of experience in the utility sector, Scott brings a wealth of knowledge as a seasoned commercial manager.
Possessing an MBA in Entrepreneurship, Scott has held numerous General Manager positions across various sectors, including private, government, manufacturing, and utilities. In these roles, he has been responsible for driving profitability and fostering team culture to support business success.
Scott is passionate about developing a team culture that not only supports but also drives the success of the business units he manages.
Outside of work, Scott is an avid supporter of the Collingwood Football Club.
Sandi Willitt
General Manager,
People & Culture
At ETS we believe that our people are our most valuable asset. Leading the charge in fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture is Sandi, our dedicated General Manager of People and Culture.
Sandi’s journey with ETS began in 2009 initially joining as an Office Manager on the picturesque Sunshine Coast. In 2011, she transitioned into the realm of Human Resources.
Throughout her tenure, Sandi has been a firsthand witness to the company’s growth and evolution, actively contributing to its development every step of the way.
For Sandi, the true strength of ETS lies in its people and the unique camaraderie they share. Her commitment to fostering inclusivity and positivity has created a workplace where every individual hopefully feels valued and empowered.
Sandi’s passion for the well-being and development of ETS’s personnel is evident in the company’s strong employee tenure. Her dedication to nurturing talent and building a strong workplace community underscores her commitment to creating an environment where individuals can grow and succeed.
Outside of work, Sandi leads a very active lifestyle enjoying (very) early morning training sessions. She also finds much joy in spending quality time with friends and family, tending to her acreage property and enjoying time spent with all of her animals.
Rob Edlund
General Manager,
Fleet Solutions
As General Manager - Fleet Solutions, Rob is responsible for all things related to Fleet, Plant & Equipment and the assets within the organisation.
He has overall accountability for ensuring that the Fleet is fit for purpose, efficient and well maintained and also manages the groups Motor Vehicle and Industrial Special Risk (ISR) Insurance Policies.
With over 3 decades experience working in Fleet, Capital Equipment, Fluid Power, Oil & Gas, Resources, Transport and Materials Handling sectors, Rob has a long track record of building, restructuring and green-fielding successful, sustainable and multi-site operations covering Australian, Asia Pacific and Middle Eastern Markets. This is backed by formal qualifications including Business Administration & Management and Fluid Power Technology based disciplines.
Rob has also held Global Service Director roles focussed on providing fluid power and engineering-based solutions within the resources services sector primarily focussed on Energy, Exploration and Extraction.
Rob was based overseas for almost 10 years and travelled extensively, meeting a wide range of people and having been fortunate to experience diverse local traditions, customs and cultures. He is passionate about building, deploying and leading action-oriented, service minded, client focussed teams with a safety first and rapid delivery culture. Leading by example and mentoring future leaders is Rob’s mantra.
Outside of work he is focussed on enjoying quality time with friends and family including 2 very spoilt dogs. Rob likes home renovating, cooking and entertaining and is spending his spare time exploring the richness of the Yarra Valley and Gippsland Great Lakes region. He also enjoys travelling to new places and spending time with relatives and people overseas.
David Timms
General Manager,
HSEQ
With a rich history at ETS spanning over a decade, David has evolved from his initial role as Compliance & Project Manager in 2011 to assume the pivotal position of HSEQ General Manager in 2023.
At ETS Infrastructure Management, our mission is clear: “Working together to make communities safer.”
David brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding of the utility infrastructure sector’s unique challenges and complexities. He has played a pivotal role in implementing robust safety protocols whilst maintaining regulatory compliance and risk management strategies to safeguard our workforce, customers, and the communities we serve.
David leads by example, promoting a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. He works closely with cross-functional teams to innovate solutions addressing safety concerns and boosting operational efficiency.
Outside of work, David loves to spend time with his family and enjoys surfing, gardening and an active lifestyle in the outdoors.
Justin Kuhneman
General Manager,
Vegetation QLD/NSW
Justin has been with ETS for 14 years, having joined in 2011. Over this time, he has held a variety of operational and contract management roles, progressing to General Manager in 2025. He now oversees a range of contracts and clients across Queensland and New South Wales.
With over 25 years of industry experience in both Australia and Canada, Justin brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to his role.
Justin is passionate about empowering teams to work collaboratively while encouraging individual autonomy and ownership. He values a culture where people can develop within their roles, embrace challenges as learning opportunities, and take pride in their successes. Justin is results driven and has a passion for continuous improvement both professionally and personally, always seeking to improve and encouraging his teams to do the same.
Outside of work, Justin has a passion for water sports and spending time with family and friends on the water, enjoying the salt and sunshine.