What Swift Energy Group does

Swift Energy Group is a privately held Australian electrical and renewable energy contractor headquartered in Glenvale (Toowoomba), Queensland, with a second operations office in Rocklea (Brisbane). Founded in 2015 and led by directors Jordan Hintz and Sahra Hintz, the company delivers commercial, industrial, and residential electrical and solar-plus-battery services across Queensland and Northern NSW. Core offerings span design-and-construct electrical projects (commercial fit-outs, industrial motor control and high voltage, residential automation), renewable energy installations up to 10MW solar and 30MWh battery storage, embedded networks, and ongoing 24/7 maintenance. Notable customers include Hutchinson Builders, AGL, Origin Energy, Bunnings, Queensland Rail, Downer, McNab, Vinidex, and the University of Southern Queensland.

The company's technology approach is integrator-led rather than IP-led: it combines third-party solar, inverter, battery, mounting, and lighting platforms (SolarEdge, Sungrow, Jinko Solar, BYD Energy Storage, Victron, Clenergy, Tesla, 5B, SUNLOCK, TW SOLAR, SENEC) with proprietary integration know-how around embedded networks, intelligent lighting controls (Zen/Hive), and performance monitoring. Competitive positioning rests on a single-team integrated delivery model that includes in-house civil works (trenching, foundations, site preparation), eliminating coordination with multiple subcontractors. The business is supported by multi-jurisdiction licensing (QLD Electrical #79940, NSW #318121C, Refrigerant Handling #L143249), SAA Solar & Battery Accreditation, Cm3 Verified Contractor status, and alignment with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.

Go-to-market is direct enterprise and project-based sales targeting commercial and industrial clients, with a secondary residential services arm. Pricing is quote-based and project-specific, with revenue generated from one-time project contracts and recurring maintenance agreements. The company has reported 35+ employees, 200+ completed projects, and 35MW+ of installed solar capacity, and it received the 2024 Master Builders Queensland Construction Award for Community Service Facilities. No external funding, parent company, or acquisition activity is disclosed.

Name

Swift Energy Group

Legal name

Swift Energy Group

Website

https://swiftenergygroup.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Swift Energy Group is a privately held Queensland-based electrical and renewable energy contractor delivering commercial, industrial, and residential solar-plus-battery and electrical services across Queensland and Northern NSW, with in-house civil works and 24/7 maintenance.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Glenvale

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Electrical Installation Services: Commercial, industrial, and residential electrical services including design, construct, installation, and maintenance. Revenue generated through project-based contracts and ongoing maintenance agreements.
2. Renewable Energy Systems: Solar installations up to 10MW and battery installations up to 30MWh. Revenue from system design, equipment supply, installation, and commissioning. Includes embedded network installations for commercial complexes.
3. Ongoing Maintenance Services: Comprehensive maintenance programs and 24/7 support services for electrical and renewable energy infrastructure

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Swift Energy Group delivers end-to-end electrical and renewable energy services across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors in Queensland and Northern NSW. Services span design, engineering, installation, civil works integration, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance, including solar PV installations up to 10MW, battery storage up to 30MWh, embedded networks, intelligent lighting controls, and high-voltage industrial electrical systems.

Product overview

Swift Energy Group operates as an electrical and renewable energy services company offering integrated service delivery across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors in Queensland and Northern NSW. The company provides two interconnected service lines: Electrical Services (covering commercial, industrial, and residential electrical work including design, installation, automation, and maintenance) and Renewable Energy Services (covering commercial, industrial, and residential solar and battery solutions including embedded networks, installations up to 10MW solar and 30MWh battery storage, and performance monitoring). These services are delivered through unified project management with civil works integration, and backed by ongoing maintenance and support programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Electrical Services
• Industrial Electrical Services
• Residential Electrical Services
• Commercial Renewable Energy Services
• Residential Renewable Energy Services
• Industrial Renewable Energy Services
• Ongoing Support and Maintenance Services

Quantifiable outcome

• 35MW+ solar installed capacity
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BYD Energy StoragecoreTechnology or IntegrationBattery storage technology partner providing energy storage solutions for commercial and industrial installations
• SolarEdgecoreTechnology or IntegrationPremium inverter technology partner for solar installations - Smart energy optimization solutions
• Jinko SolarcoreTechnology or IntegrationPremium solar panel technology partner providing high-efficiency solar modules for installations
• SungrowcoreTechnology or IntegrationInverter technology partner supplying power conversion systems for solar installations up to large-scale projects
• Master Electricians AustraliacoreOthersIndustry association membership providing industry recognition, best practices, and professional development support
• MATES in ConstructioncoreOthersMental health support organisation for construction industry - Swift actively supports and participates in initiatives
• Toowoomba Chamber of CommerceminorOthersLocal business chamber providing networking, advocacy, and business support in the Toowoomba region
• TSBE (Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise)minorOthersRegional economic development organisation supporting business growth in Toowoomba and Surat Basin region
• BUSY (Where Opportunities Begin)minorOthersEmployment and training services organisation supporting workforce development

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Downer Group: ASX-listed national infrastructure services company with substantial electrical contracting and renewable energy capability. Already a Swift customer/partner (per disclosures), making it both a benchmark and a competitive threat at larger scale.
• Service Stream: ASX-listed infrastructure services provider delivering electrical, communications, and energy services to utilities and commercial clients. Competes with Swift for similar end-customers but at materially larger scale.
• Iberdrola Australia (formerly Infigen Energy): Major renewable energy developer and operator in Australia owned by Iberdrola. While primarily a wind/solar developer, its presence in commercial renewables and partnership activity with installers positions it as an incumbent competitor and potential partner.
• Decmil Group: ASX-listed engineering and infrastructure construction firm with electrical and renewables capability. Comparable end-customers but broader infrastructure construction scope than Swift.
• RCR Tomlinson: ASX-listed engineering, construction, and maintenance firm with electrical and renewable energy capability. Historic peer for Australian electrical/EPC work, though currently restructuring following financial difficulties - relevant reference point for scale of competition.

Direct peers

• SCEE Group (Southern Cross Electrical Engineering): ASX-listed Australian electrical contracting and engineering firm delivering commercial, industrial, and infrastructure electrical work nationally - the most directly comparable public peer to Swift's electrical services line.
• Stowe Australia: One of Australia's largest privately-held electrical contracting firms, serving commercial and industrial clients across multiple states. Comparable business model and customer profile to Swift, with national scale Swift lacks.
• NGE Group: Australian electrical and civil infrastructure contractor delivering commercial, industrial, and renewables projects. Closely comparable service mix to Swift, with broader geographic footprint.
• Photon Energy: Australian solar installation and operations company delivering commercial and industrial solar PV systems. Direct competitor in the same commercial/industrial solar installation niche Swift targets.
• ZEN Energy: Australian renewable energy company delivering commercial and industrial solar and battery solutions, including behind-the-meter systems. Closely aligned to Swift's commercial/industrial renewables offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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