From its beginnings in 2003, Matera Electrical started with 2 apprentices. By late 2004 Matera grew to 3 apprentices and 1 tradesman.
In 2005 Matera won its first large commercial project and by mid-2005 had grown to 25 employees.
2006 - 2007 saw a continued increase in business size by picking up new contracts. The Matera team increased to 45 employees with 10 of those being apprentices. During this time the first round of apprentices became tradesmen.
By 2009 the business had two larger arms being constructed and maintenance being undertaken. Matera had grown to around 65 employees and continued to remain a stable business for the following years to come.
2013 was the 10 year anniversary of the business and saw a move into the Oil & Gas industry. Matera secured their first contract for Woodside and experienced continued stability throughout the company.
During 2014 - 2017 Matera increased personnel in their Oil & Gas arm from 4 employees to 65. Currently employing approximately 110 people, Matera continue to expand out their Oil & Gas business.
Matera has been awarded a new multi year contract with Woodside to continue Maintenance and Inspections at the Karratha Gas Plant.
Matera Electrical were named the Winner of the WA Small Employer of the Year 2022 for the WA Training Awards by the Western Australian Government.
In 2023, Matera Electrical celebrates 20 years in business! Since starting the business in 2003, Matera Electrical has grown to now over 100 employees throughout Western Australia.
As a respected Indigenous leader, Phil Matera is passionate about making a positive difference in his community through employment opportunities, apprenticeships and direct engagement with local leaders. Over 15% of our workforce is Indigenous and we are committed to seeing this number rise. We are proud to be members of organisations that support our vision, including Supply Nation and the South-West Aboriginal Land & Sea Council.
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