Our People
From humble beginnings as a family plumbing business, Kennedys Group has grown to a bustling network of over 150 industry experts.
Even though we’ve expanded, we put people first. Our supportive family roots and camaraderie remain as strong as ever.
We now stand as a market leader in Principal Contracting, commercial and industrial Plumbing and Asbestos & Environmental services.
We’re excited about positive impact, and serious about doing our work ‘a better way’.
Our People
From humble beginnings as a family plumbing business, Kennedys Group has grown to a bustling network of over 150 industry experts.
Even though we’ve expanded, we put people first. Our supportive family roots and camaraderie remain as strong as ever.
We now stand as a market leader in commercial and industrial Plumbing, as well as expanding into the Principal Contractor and Asbestos & Environmental service spaces.
We’re light on hierarchy, excited about positive impact, and serious about doing our work ‘a better way’.
Leadership
Leading the charge, our Directors have complementary management, industrial and commercial trades, infrastructure maintenance, construction industry and financial experience.
Get in touch directly via their contact details in their bios.
Shannon Kennedy
DIRECTOR
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As Director of Kennedys Group, Shannon Kennedy brings over 28 years of experience to a market leading principal contractor.
With a sharp business acumen, Shannon has driven the growth and success of Kennedys Group through strategic business development and a hands-on approach to leadership. Remaining deeply involved in daily operations, he ensures every process is designed to deliver every project ‘a better way’.
Shannon leads by example, embodying Kennedys Group’s core values. Bolstering a particular passion for people by developing long term relationships within the industry and fostering professional development within a growing team.
Chris Kennedy
DIRECTOR
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Joining the team in 2005 as a plumbing apprentice, Chris has progressed through the business to become a highly skilled leader who knows the ins and outs of the Commercial Plumbing and Asbestos & Environmental industries.
As a Director, he has overseen significant growth within the business through the diversity of trade services and branches particularly in the development of our Asbestos & Environmental services.
Chris has worked with a variety of clients, including several high-profile private sector companies as well as state and federal government departments. Geelong Port, Ford Motor Company, Barwon Water, CFA, City of Greater Geelong, and Australian Decommissioning Services (Alcoa site) are just some of the organisations he has assisted, and the high rate of return business is a testament to the quality of his work.
Prior to joining Kennedys, Chris has worked within the landscaping and construction industries.
Qualifications:
- Class A Asbestos Removalist
- Class A Nominated Site Supervisor on
- WorkSafe Class A Licence
- Construction Induction (White Card)
- Registered Plumber
- Truck HC
- Plant LB, LE, LS
- IICRC Accreditation in water damage restoration and applied microbial remediation
Management
Providing Leadership across our departments, our Management team have both private and public sector experience, spanning multiple industries bringing expertise and vast knowledge to the wider teams.
Mark Hancock
Chief Financial Officer
Mark is responsible for the management of all financial operations at Kennedys, ensuring the company’s financial stability, growth and the long-term success of the business. Mark has genuine passion about empowering others and creating high performing teams.
Matthew Kennedy
HEAD OF OPERATIONS
With a focus on client satisfaction, Matthew has a process-driven mindset and is committed to business growth. Overseeing our Branch Managers, he ensures their teams achieve high performance, operational consistency and alignment with our company’s strategic goals.
Jarrad Mee
MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Jarrad is our Digital and Innovation Champion, driving Kennedys Group Marketing across all channels. Jarrad’s extensive background, developed across years of experience in trade and construction, gives Kennedys Group the edge in a competitive market.
Rowan McSparron
OHS MANAGER
Working in the Plumbing and Asbestos industry for over 25 years has provided Rowan with a comprehensive grasp of occupational health and safety standards. Rowan’s professional drive has excelled his career at Kennedys Group, from a Registered Plumber through to OHS Manager.
David Lombardi
Estimating Manager
David brings almost 20 years of experience estimating within the commercial plumbing industry. Overseeing the wider estimating team and our tender submission process, David continually drives for an improved workflow and the best experience for our clients, big and small.
Branch Managers
Our Branches are strategically located in Williamstown, Dandenong and Geelong to maximise our coverage to provide state-wide service, 24/7. Our Branch Managers are our operation experts, overseeing large workforces on the ground whilst coordinating hundreds of jobs monthly.
Fraser Lauder
BRANCH MANAGER | WILLIAMSTOWN
Fraser has vast experience spearheading major projects in the telecommunications sector, and a passion for developing the skills of our people. Fraser drives business development opportunities in the region, working with large corporations based in the Melbourne CBD.
Pat Bryce
BRANCH MANAGER | GEELONG
Pat leads an experienced team, delivering exceptional results on every project. His dedicated and skilled workforce serves the Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula region, supporting clients from small businesses to major government contracts.
Shannon Smith
BRANCH MANAGER | DANDENONG
With a wealth of experience in the plumbing industry, Shannon is dedicated to business growth. His expertise in expanding businesses drives his mission to build Dandenong into a powerhouse for Kennedys Group, leading the team with passion and vision.
Shannon Kennedy
Director
As Director of Kennedys Group, Shannon Kennedy brings over 28 years of experience to a market leading principal contractor.
With a sharp business acumen, Shannon has driven the growth and success of Kennedys Group through strategic business development and a hands-on approach to leadership. Remaining deeply involved in daily operations, he ensures every process is designed to deliver every project ‘a better way’.
Shannon leads by example, embodying Kennedys Group’s core values. Bolstering a particular passion for people by developing long term relationships within the industry and fostering professional development within a growing team.
Chris Kennedy
Director
Joining the team in 2005 as a plumbing apprentice, Chris has progressed through the business to become a highly skilled leader who knows the ins and outs of the Commercial Plumbing and Asbestos & Environmental industries.
As a Director, he has overseen significant growth within the business through the diversity of trade services and branches particularly in the development of our Asbestos & Environmental services.
Chris has worked with a variety of clients, including several high-profile private sector companies as well as state and federal government departments. Geelong Port, Ford Motor Company, Barwon Water, CFA, City of Greater Geelong, and Australian Decommissioning Services (Alcoa site) are just some of the organisations he has assisted, and the high rate of return business is a testament to the quality of his work.
Prior to joining Kennedys, Chris has worked within the landscaping and construction industries.
Qualifications:
- Class A Asbestos Removalist
- Class A Nominated Site Supervisor on
- WorkSafe Class A Licence
- Construction Induction (White Card)
- Registered Plumber
- Truck HC
- Plant LB, LE, LS
- IICRC Accreditation in water damage restoration and applied microbial remediation