Inside GEM
Welcome to Inside GEM — your window into the projects, people, and expertise that drive GEM Industrial. Here we share updates from the field, insights into large-scale plumbing and infrastructure work, and the innovations shaping our industry. Stay connected with the latest news, case studies, and professional perspectives from the team setting the standard in industrial plumbing across Australia.
No Two Tie-In Welds Are the Same!
Our stormwater line was delivered as three on‑site prefabricated spools, giving us full control over quality and production.
Leadership & Industry Insight
Building infrastructure is about more than pipe in the ground.
After more than 20 years in this industry, one thing remains true: successful projects are built on people, trust, and execution.
1200mm to 1600mm Overnight: Keeping Gippsland Operations Moving
A long-term client of more than 15 years recently experienced a critical pipeline fitting failure that required immediate attention.
Investing in Training is Investing in Capability.
Investing in training is investing in capability.
Last week, GEM was pleased to welcome Eduard Carrasco from McElroy Manufacturing to our head office in Leongatha.
Big‑bore HDPE fabrication for Australia’s Energy & Desalination sectors
Big‑bore HDPE fabrication for Australia’s Energy & Desalination sectors.
The PT2000 made an appearance out front this week before heading straight into production, always an impressive sight.
HDPE Pipeline Industry in Australia
Proud to see how far the HDPE pipeline industry in Australia continues to push forward. From updated welding standards and tighter QA expectations to the rise of PE100‑RC and PE112 materials, the bar keeps lifting — and so do the people delivering the work.
Fire Extinguisher, Testing and Replacement Program
In Australia, fire extinguishers must be regularly inspected and tested to ensure they remain safe, compliant, and effective in an emergency.
Delivering for the Client — Even on a Saturday Night
Our stormwater line was delivered as three on‑site prefabricated spools, giving us full control over quality and production.
HDPE Large‑Diameter Seawater Diffuser – Project Story Continues
There’s a certain energy that comes with seeing the next major components arrive on site — it signals that the project is moving into its next chapter.
Another milestone delivered
Proud to share that Tank 3 of the 160 South renewal project has now been successfully handed over, marking the 6th NRP tank GEM has delivered in just three years.
A Big Thank You to Our GEM Teams Nationwide
A huge thank‑you to our teams for an absolutely massive effort — backing up big weekends and pushing through seven‑day weeks right across the country.
We are Hiring - Operations Manager
As Operations Manager, you lead the delivery side of the business, ensuring projects run safely, efficiently, and in alignment with GEM’s standards and strategic direction.
You oversee day‑to‑day operations, coordinate crews and supervisors, and ensure that every job is delivered with accuracy, compliance, and professionalism. You work alongside the General Manager, maintaining alignment between project managers, field operations, commercial performance, and organisational priorities.
Large‑bore fusion back on home soil - Victoria.
Great to see one of our McElroy T900s return from the Queensland coal seam gas fields and roll straight back into action here in Victoria.
Strength in Process, Discipline in Delivery
Solid progress across our HDPE program this month, with the team completing a large amount of side‑wall fusions.
Another Safe, Quality HDPE Milestone for a Long‑Term Client
GEM has successfully completed HDPE fusion and critical connection works on a coal seam gas project in Queensland for a valued long‑term client.
Demobilisation Complete – Australia’s Largest HDPE Butt Welder Heads East
A major milestone wrapped up this week as we successfully demobilised one of the largest HDPE butt welders in Australia following the completion of our large‑diameter seawater diffuser works in Perth.
Taking Off to Tasmania
Shaw Contracting has engaged GEM Industrial to deliver the HDPE fusion of approximately 100 km of PE112 pipe (1,000 mm–160 mm) for the Sassafras Wesley Vale Irrigation Scheme Augmentation.
Launching the New GEM Industrial Website
Proud to share that our new GEM Industrial website is now live.
Mobilisation of further T900 & 500 - Expanding GEM Industrials’ National Capability
GEM Industrials is preparing another major mobilisation, with equipment and resources heading interstate for an upcoming project in Tasmania. This deployment marks another step in our expanding national footprint and showcases our strengthened capability in butt‑fusion welding up to 2000 mm.
Staff Spotlight
Long days, tough conditions, and complex tie‑ins — and the GEM crew continues to raise the bar.