After 25 years in the plumbing industry we are still passionate about delivering a great service to our customers and we are still growing. Gold Medal Services also undertakes trade work for gas, electrical, fire protection, CCTV and NDD (hydro excavation) services.
We have built a strong reputation in delivering professional plumbing solutions on small and large scale jobs. Much of our success is due to our team that share the drive, attention to detail and strong work ethic.
We are proud to be the plumbing contractor of choice for our many customers in Darwin and Alice Springs.
Gold Medal Services has partnered with Infinite Fire Solutions to deliver a full suite of fire protection services and can now also offer electrical services.
We get involved in all sorts of hydraulic projects ranging from pump station upgrades to new water mains to major hydraulic infrastructure assets. Here are just a few of our recent projects:
Our Projects
Darwin Aquaculture Centre New Wash Down Bay for DIPL
Construction of New Wash Down Bay in an environmental controlled site. The project required the removal of adjacent fence line and flora on eastern side of proposed site to allow alternate access to area. The installation of bypass track to wash down bay to facilitate alternate access, concrete footing, under slab works, install inground tanks, install concrete slab and drive way, install steelworks, install road crossing drainage, install fox environmental system, install electrical conduit and upgrade switchboard, obtain as built drawings & Section 40 construction & building permit.
All works comply with BCA / NCC relevant Australian Acts, Codes and Standards applicable to the works, the requirements of the Building Certifier, the requirements of NT Fire and Rescue Service Authority, the requirements of Power and Water authority and industry best practice.
J0109 Larrakeyah Defence Precinct Redevelopment Program for Laing O'Rourke
Gold Medal Services has been supporting Laing O'Rourke and it's subcontractors to deliver the J0109 Larrakeyah Defence Precinct Redevelopment Program in Darwin. Gold Medal Services has undertaken CCTV inspection of the sewer and stormwater infrastructure; assisted with water isolations; repaired hydraulic assets affected by the works program; and supported companies with valuable hydraulic knowledge to deliver project cost savings.
NT Christian Schools
Gold Medal Services provides routine and emergency plumbing services to NT Christian Schools from Alice Springs to the Arnhem coast.
We are a valued service partner as we invest the time and effort to really understand the individual hydraulic needs of each school and the unique environment that they operate in. We offer frank advice with the best interest of our client in mind.
Stormwater Cleaning and CCTV condition assessments for City of Darwin
Gold Medal Services was awarded a contract to undertaken general maintenance and CCTV Condition Assessment Surveys of City of Darwin’s Storm Water Drainage Network in 2021. The initial stages include the inspection of storm water drains in Stuart Park, Fannie Bay and Ludmilla.
In addition GMS is GIS mapping the underground assets for our customer on their existing mapping to provide an up-to-date interface on inspection progress and outcomes.
Pivot irrigator water line repairs and bore pump for Dept of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics
In 2019 Gold Medal Services successfully tendered for the Douglas Daly Research Farm - pivot irrigator water line repairs and bore pump installation and associated pipework projects.
The Project was successfully completed and GMS was commended on 'A High Level of Professionalism throughout the Works' and it was a 'Great outcome for the client and DIPL'.
Charles Darwin University
In 2019 Gold Medal Services won the competitive tender to work with Charles Darwin University (CDU) to deliver hydraulic, roof and ground water dispersal systems along with the fire protection systems and equipment. The contract aims to deliver a reliable and continuous hydraulic service to the staff and students of CDU.
We deliver services across all Darwin and Alice Springs Campuses.
Oil and Gas Sector
Operating on high risk sites such as the Santos Darwin LNG, Inpex LNG Plants at Wickham Point and ASCO Darwin Marine Supply Base requires adherence to strict safety procedures. Gold Medal Services has established systems and work procedures to ensure compliance with site and client requirements. Gold Medal Services has provided Shutdown services for Inpex in 2021 to establish crib room and ablution facilities for worker crews and provided a 24 hour onsite plumbing service.
Defence - Estate Upkeep
Gold Medal Services has worked with Ventia, Broadsprectum, Spotless, Asset Services, P&O and Serco on NT Defence Bases for over 20 years. Our staff's collective knowledge of over 70 years is extensive and keenly sort after by Project Managers, Consultants and builders. There are few who have such comprehensive knowledge of the hydraulic infrastructure and wet fire protection systems.
Projects have included hydraulic infrastructure surveys, installation of safety showers and eye wash stations, water line replacements, salt water fire main upgrades, sewer and stormwater CCTV inspections and facilties management.
Gold Medal Services identifies with Defence operational capability and service contingency, ensuring the ageing estate infrastructure is sustained over the longer term with no impact on Defence operations. We are progressive in upskilling the next generation of plumbers and trades personnel and continue to invest in critical equipment to support the future infrastructure developments of Defence in the NT. Gold Medal Services is collaborative in its approach with a "Think One Defence" client focused solution.
RAAF Darwin CCTV condition assessment for Aurecon
Gold Medal Services worked with Aurecon on a number of condition assessments:
- RAAF Darwin Reticulated Gravity Sewerage Network, inspected over 300 manholes, undertook the jetting and CCTV camera inspection of around 20km of gravity sewer, ground truth and marked up GIS.
- RAAF Tindal inspected all sewer pump station, undertake jet cleaning, 3D scanning, condition assessment, ground truth and marked up GIS.
- RAAF Darwin stormwater condition assessment undertake survey and condition assessment of all stormwater pits, culverts, asbestos removal, design of de watering bund for PFAS contaminated soils. Documentation included survey plans, CAD plans, CEMP, Safety Management plan for works.