Our vision
Engineering a better future for Australasia
Responsible businesses are not just better for our community, they’re also better connected, more in touch with industry shifts, innovative, and prepared to go above and beyond to improve our communities.
This is the heart of why we set out to engage with our communities. By sharing our knowledge and partnering with like-minded community groups to deliver sustainable outcomes for Australasia’s towns and cities, we can shape a future that balances profit with the needs of individuals and groups.
The most exciting thing: We’ve only just begun.
Our commitment
Middleton Group has committed to providing a substantial amount of our collective time towards undertaking pro-bono work that has direct community benefit, and is aligned with our vision and mission.
Read on to find out how our team engages with community groups.
Education
High schools and universities
Middleton Group works with secondary and tertiary institutions offering leadership in our discipline. Some of these institutions include:
- University of Technology Sydney
- University of Sydney
- University of NSW
- Swinburne University of Technology
- Deakin University
- RTSA (University Challenge)
- Engineers Australia Elevation
We take part in guest lectures/tutorial appearances, feedback sessions, post-internship presentations, student social events, networking opportunities, and sponsorships. Contact us to request involvement at your next engineering-related event.
Middleton Group also offers structured opportunities for interns.
Masterclasses
We share our experience with the engineering community and help young engineers develop knowledge across all power disciplines including transport, renewables, industrial, safety, transmission and distribution.
Check out examples of our masterclasses below.
Industry engagement
Conferences and events
We participate in events and conferences to contribute to the knowledge and expertise of the engineering sector, as well as broader industries that take a special interest in the future of our country. Our experts are well-versed in facilitating and leading conversations in sustainability, transport and the future of industrial technologies.
Examples of our industry participation include:
- National Electric Energy Conference
- World Engineers Convention
- Permanent Way Institution
- Electric Energy Society of Australia event
- Women in Engineering
- Clean Energy Council
- Railway Technical Society of Australasia
Industry associations
Middleton Group is an active participant and member in a range of associations, including:
- Engineers Australia
- Electric Energy Society of Australia
- Railway Technical Society of Australasia
- Permanent Way Institution
- Clean Energy Council
Broader community
Our charity initiatives
Middleton Group staff take pride in taking part in charity activities. Our charity efforts have included the following:
- Red Cross: Bush fire relief
- Vinnies: COVID-19 CEO Sleepout
- CARE Australia: Global Emergency Fund
- Cancer Council: Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea
Our impactful work
Middleton Group works with community groups and not-for-profit organisations on a pro-bono basis for projects that have a positive impact on communities, especially those focusing on sustainable use of power.
Some of our past community-based works include the following:
- REFCL is a new technology introduced by the Victorian government to mitigate bushfires caused by fallen powerlines. Hepburn Wind is the owner and operator of Australia’s first community-owned wind farm and required assistance with preparing its site for REFCL installation. We supported Hepburn Wind in the detailed design for REFCL which has enabled the site to be compliant with state government requirements. Case study here.
- Bendigo Tramways: The tramways needed help to overcome nuisance tripping as the number of trams on the network grew. Middleton Group reviewed the existing protection settings and proposed new settings under which the network could safely and reliably operate. Case study here.
If you have an upcoming project that aims to improve community sustainability through renewable energy sources or better power usage, please share your brief with us here.