High Voltage Conference Brisbane 2025
12th Australian High Voltage Conference - Download the Conference Program
We are delighted to host the 12th Australian High Voltage Conference, featuring a fresh lineup of speakers and topics, including a focus on earthing. The event will take place in Brisbane in July 2025 at Rydges South Bank. Designed for professionals working with high voltage systems in mining, industrial plants, oil & gas, and utilities, this conference will provide valuable insights, practical solutions, and networking opportunities.
The event will focus on high voltage design, installation, testing and maintenance, as well as covering the updates to industry standards.
The conference will showcase the latest technologies, research, and case studies in HV design, testing, installation, commissioning, maintenance and arc flash safety. Discussions will encompass a wide range of HV components and equipment, including substations, cables, transformers, and switchgear. Emphasising sustainability and reliability, the event will explore challenges in HV equipment maintenance and propose forward-thinking solutions through adherence to standards, regulations, and strategic maintenance programs.
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2025 Keynote Speakers
Stephen Palmer | HV Earthing Specialist | CEO | Safearth
Karl Haubner | Condition Monitoring Expert |
High Voltage Test Application Engineer | High Energy Services
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The Benefits of Attending
- Practical solutions to high voltage design and installation issues.
- Insights into the latest techniques to extend the life of high-voltage assets.
- Practical techniques and technologies for testing and assessing the condition of highvoltage assets, cables, switchgear and transformers.
- Actionable steps for preventing high voltage incidents and improving safety.
- Updates to key standards such as AS2067.
- An understanding of the role of smart technologies in monitoring and managing high voltage systems.
- Best practices in high-voltage equipment maintenance and asset management.
- Case studies on successfully implementing advanced high voltage technologies in complex projects.
- Strategies for integrating AI and automation in high voltage monitoring systems.
- Effective risk management frameworks for high-voltage operations.
- Approaches to optimising high voltage design to reduce energy loss and improve efficiency.
- Hands-on demonstrations of diagnostic tools for high-voltage systems.
- An understanding of advancements in fault detection and predictive maintenance for high-voltage equipment.
- Steps to addressing the challenges of ageing high-voltage infrastructure.
- Innovative approaches to improving worker safety in high-voltage environments.
- Networking opportunities with your peers and specialists in the field.
Who Should Attend
- Substation engineers and technicians
- Generation, transmission engineers and technicians
- HV engineers, technicians and auditors
- Electrical engineers, technicians and electricians
- Maintenance engineers and asset managers
- Plant, project and design engineers
- Industrial organisations with HV electrical distribution
- Engineering and safety managers
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Conference Videos
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Event Details
| Event Date | 22/07/2025 |
| Event End Date | 23/07/2025 |
| Individual Price | AUD1,700.00 |
| Attachment | 2025_HighVoltageConference_Program.pdf |
Group Rate
| #Registrants | Rate/Person (AUD) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1,700.00 |
| 2 | 1,530.00 |
| 3 | 1,530.00 |
| 4 | 1,530.00 |
| 5 | 1,530.00 |
| 6 | 1,530.00 |
| 7 | 1,530.00 |
| 8 | 1,360.00 |
Speakers
Steven Palmer
CEO Safearth
AS 2067 Earthing Compliance: What’s Required & What’s Next
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Earthing Resistance Testing: Common Misconceptions & Best Practices
Karl Haubner
HV Test Application Engineer, High Energy
- On and Off-line Testing and Condition Monitoring of
Distribution Cables - Review of Condition Monitoring Techniques to assess the condition of HV assets.
Barry Myburgh
Reinhausen Australia
On-Load Tap Changer Advancements: A Manufacturer’s Perspective on Technology, Innovation, and Best Practices
Naaman Shibi
General Manager, Techs4biz Australia PTY LTD
Enhancing High Voltage Equipment Inspections with Artificial Intelligence
Glen Cook
Principal Public Safety Specialist, Energy Queensland
Look Up and Live - Lessons in Public Safety for Powerlines
Robert Lake
Director & Principal Electrical Engineer, GPA Engineering
Challenges and Solutions for Performing Arc Flash Assessments in Standalone Power Systems and Microgrids
Mark Foster
Technical Support & Advisory, KingHill
Optimising the Installation of Natural Ester-Filled Transformers
Philip Reilly
Business Development Manager, Cargill
Giacomo Ciotti
Electrical Engineer, Machinemonitor Pty Ltd
AI-Human Hybrid Innovative Technique for PD Analysis and Monitoring in MV Switchgears
Jan-Ockert Fourie
Senior Electrical Engineer, Machinemonitor Pty Ltd
Understanding Transformers and Life Extension Strategies for Asset Longevity and Performance
Brad Monaghan
Head of Services, EA Technology
Navigating Online PD Testing: Which Sensor to Use, When, and Why?
Philippe Reboul
Managing Director, Molekulis Pty Ltd
Choosing the Right Transformer Oil: Balancing Cost, Safety, Environmental & Technical Performance
Nick Clarke
Field Services Manager, Transaudit / Tapchanger Services, New Zealand
On Load Tap Changer Case Studies: New Insights & Lessons from the Field
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