Industrial electrical solutions
Valor Industrial delivers electrical, automation and monitoring solutions across some of New Zealand’s most demanding environments.
Industrial Electrical Expertise
for complex projects
Valor Industrial delivers electrical, automation and remote monitoring solutions for water, wastewater, utility, data centre and commercial projects across Wellington
Technical capability backed by practical site experience
Much of our work is carried out within live facilities where reliability, safety and careful planning are essential, requiring our team to work around operational constraints while maintaining continuity of service.
Our capability spans electrical distribution systems, motor control, ABB variable-speed drives, automation, PLC integration, instrumentation, telemetry, remote monitoring and commissioning.
Industrial electrical capabilities
Power and distribution
Our experience includes main switchboards, motor control centres (MCCs), distribution boards, submains, cable installations, cable tray systems and equipment power supplies.
Motor control systems
We install, upgrade, troubleshoot and commission motor control systems designed to improve operational performance and reliability.
Variable-speed drives
Variable-speed drives are a core area of expertise for Valor Industrial, particularly ABB drive systems. Our services include drive installation, replacement, upgrades, programming support, fault finding and commissioning.
PLC and automation systems
Automation plays a critical role in modern infrastructure and industrial facilities. We install, modify and integrate PLC-based control systems, complete field wiring, connect instrumentation, undertake panel modifications and support commissioning activities.
Instrumentation
We regularly install and integrate flow meters, level sensors, pressure transmitters, water quality monitoring equipment, telemetry systems, weather stations and remote monitoring devices.
Control panels and switchboards
Valor Industrial installs, modifies, upgrades, connects and commissions control panels and switchboards across a wide range of applications. Our capability includes panel replacements, MCC upgrades, switchboard renewals, control cabinet installations, field terminations and functional testing.
Plant and machinery
We provide electrical installation and support services for a wide range of industrial plant and equipment, including pumps, motors, blowers, treatment plant equipment, cooling systems, mechanical services, generators, process equipment and specialist machinery.
Testing and commissioning
Testing and commissioning are critical parts of every project we deliver. Clients receive the required compliance documentation, testing records and commissioning information to support safe and reliable operation from day one.
Industrial sectors
Water and wastewater
Water and wastewater infrastructure is the sector where Valor Industrial has developed much of its capability. Our team has extensive experience working on pump stations, treatment facilities, reservoirs, pressure reducing valve (PRV) stations, telemetry systems and remote monitoring solutions.
Civil infrastructure
Our involvement includes electrical installations, equipment connections, control systems, monitoring equipment, communications infrastructure and commissioning support, often as part of larger multidisciplinary projects.
Utilities
Valor Industrial supports utility providers and asset owners with electrical, automation and monitoring solutions for operational infrastructure.
Manufacturing
Our experience with motor control, ABB variable-speed drives, PLC integration, instrumentation and process equipment positions us well to support manufacturers seeking reliable electrical solutions, equipment upgrades and operational improvements.
Processing facilities
We have experience working with process-driven facilities that rely on pumps, motors, instrumentation, automation and monitoring systems to maintain consistent operation.
Council assets
Our experience includes water and wastewater facilities, monitoring systems, electrical infrastructure upgrades, asset renewals and operational improvements delivered within live environments where service continuity is critical.
Industrial facilities
Valor Industrial provides electrical, automation and monitoring services for industrial facilities requiring reliable power distribution, motor control, instrumentation and equipment integration.
Work with Valor Industrial
Specialising in complex project delivery
Technical documentation
Valor Industrial regularly works from engineering drawings, specifications, control philosophies, commissioning procedures and client standards across infrastructure, industrial and commercial projects.
Our team is experienced in reviewing technical documentation during both tender and delivery stages, helping identify constructability challenges, equipment requirements and potential project risks before they impact programme or budget.
This practical understanding allows us to bridge the gap between design intent and successful site delivery.
Multidisciplinary coordination
Many of the projects we work on require close coordination between civil, mechanical, process, automation and electrical disciplines. We work alongside contractors, engineers, consultants and operators to manage interfaces, programme requirements and installation sequencing.
Whether integrating new equipment into an existing treatment plant or coordinating electrical works within a larger construction project, we understand the importance of communication and teamwork in achieving successful outcomes.
Site problem-solving
Complex projects rarely go exactly to plan, particularly when working around existing infrastructure or operational assets.
Our team takes a practical approach to identifying issues early, communicating potential impacts and developing solutions that minimise disruption while maintaining project objectives.
Drawing on experience across water infrastructure, automation, critical power and commercial projects, we’re known for finding effective solutions when unexpected challenges arise onsite.
Testing and handover
Every project is thoroughly tested, commissioned and documented before handover. Depending on the scope, this may include electrical verification, instrumentation checks, communications testing, VSD commissioning, automation integration and operational testing alongside client representatives and operators.
We provide the required compliance certificates, testing records, commissioning documentation and handover information to ensure systems are ready for service and clients have everything needed to operate and maintain their assets with confidence.
Explore our industrial projects
Much of our work is carried out within live facilities where reliability, safety and careful planning are essential, check out how we expertly manage all of that on time and on budget.
Safety-critical project delivery
Safety is fundamental to every project delivered by Valor Industrial, particularly within live infrastructure, operational facilities and critical environments where the consequences of failure can be significant. Our health and safety systems are aligned with Totika requirements and supported by site-specific planning, documented procedures and ongoing staff training to ensure work is completed safely and responsibly.
Before work begins, project risks are assessed using hazard identification processes, Take 5 assessments, Task Analysis (TA) documentation and Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs) where required. Our team is trained in electrical isolation and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and regularly works within permit-controlled environments where confined space entry, working at heights and other high-risk activities must be carefully managed.
Our team competencies
- Confined Space Entry and Gas Detection
- Working at Heights and Harness Use
- First Aid Certification
- Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Site Safe Training
- Electrical Registration and Licensing Requirements
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
Public safety, environmental protection and operational continuity are considered throughout project planning and delivery
We work closely with clients, operators and principal contractors to ensure risks are identified early, controls are implemented appropriately and work is carried out in accordance with site requirements.
All staff are encouraged to actively participate in hazard reporting, incident reporting and continuous improvement initiatives. Combined with strong supervision, regular toolbox meetings and ongoing competency development, this helps ensure Valor Industrial maintains a proactive safety culture while delivering quality outcomes for clients and stakeholders.
Frequently asked questions
Does Valor undertake PLC and VSD work?
Yes. Automation and motor control systems are a key part of our capability. We install, integrate and commission PLC-based systems, field instrumentation and control equipment, while also specialising in Variable-Speed Drive (VSD) installations, upgrades, replacements and fault finding. ABB drives are a particular area of expertise, although we work with a range of drive manufacturers across infrastructure, industrial and commercial applications.
Can Valor work within operational facilities?
Absolutely. Many of our projects are delivered within live operational environments where systems must remain functional throughout construction. Our team has extensive experience working in pump stations, treatment plants, critical infrastructure assets, operational commercial facilities and data centres, using careful planning and coordination to minimise disruption.
Does Valor provide testing and commissioning?
Yes. We provide testing, verification and commissioning services as part of our project delivery process. This may include electrical testing, instrumentation calibration, communication testing, VSD commissioning, control system verification and operational testing. We also provide the required documentation and certification at project completion.
Can the team work outside Wellington?
Yes. While Valor Industrial is based in Petone, Wellington, we regularly deliver projects throughout New Zealand. Our team has completed work across both the North and South Islands and has also supported selected international projects where our expertise is required.
Does Valor work under principal contractors?
Yes. We regularly operate as a specialist electrical subcontractor for civil contractors, infrastructure contractors, commercial builders and multidisciplinary project teams. We also work directly for councils, utilities, asset owners and commercial clients, adapting our delivery approach to suit project requirements.
Can project information remain confidential?
Absolutely. Many of the projects we work on involve critical infrastructure, operational facilities or commercially sensitive information. We are comfortable working under confidentiality agreements and only publish project information where approval has been provided by the client or project stakeholders.
Can Valor assist with planned shutdowns?
Yes. Our team regularly assists with planned shutdowns, asset renewals and major electrical upgrades. We work closely with operators, engineers and stakeholders to plan isolations, coordinate resources, minimise downtime and ensure systems are safely returned to service following commissioning.
Can Valor provide remote monitoring and telemetry solutions?
Yes. Working alongside trusted technology partners such as ConnectM2M, we deliver telemetry, remote monitoring and communications systems for water, wastewater and infrastructure assets. Our experience includes radio communications, 4G networks, satellite-connected systems, remote alarming, flow monitoring and asset performance monitoring throughout New Zealand.
What industries does Valor typically support?
Our primary focus is water and wastewater infrastructure, however we also support utilities, councils, civil infrastructure projects, industrial facilities, processing plants, manufacturing environments, data centres and commercial developments. We are actively expanding our presence within the wider industrial sector and welcome opportunities to support new clients and industries.
Can Valor assist during project planning and design?
Yes. Many projects benefit from early contractor involvement. We regularly review scopes, drawings, specifications and operational requirements before work begins, helping clients identify risks, improve constructability and develop practical solutions that reduce cost, programme impacts and operational disruption.