Business Details
48 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Infrastructure Solutions in Port Macquarie
Established in 1978 by Tom Kelliher, EIRE Constructions has evolved from a pioneering civil infrastructure firm into a regional leader in water, sewer, roads, and bridges. Our family-owned heritage drives our commitment to innovation and collaboration, exemplified by the Hive 5 ecosystem strategy that prioritises sustainability across customers, employees, suppliers, community, and industry. With operations in Port Macquarie, Newcastle, and the Lower Hunter Region, we deliver tier-one capabilities while maintaining the agility of a private enterprise.Our focus on staff engagement, supplier partnerships, and local community investment ensures we remain at the forefront of civil construction. Through strategic growth initiatives since 2000, including a 2020 rebrand and new head office development, we continue advancing our mission to combine corporate scale with private-sector responsiveness. Our board governance since 2019 and twice-yearly customer satisfaction surveys reflect our dedication to accountability and continuous improvement.
Services
Water Network
Water Treatment
Roads & Bridges
Subdivisions
Plant Hire
Haulage
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- Family-owned expertise since 1978 with regional NSW focus
- Hive 5 ecosystem ensures sustainable, collaborative delivery
- Twice-yearly customer satisfaction measurement for accountability
- Local supply chain integration across all projects
- Industry-leading safety and environmental initiatives
Services
Water Network
Design and construction of comprehensive water distribution networks. Our expertise includes pipeline installation, pump stations, and system upgrades to ensure reliable water supply infrastructure. We implement advanced leak detection technologies and utilise supplier-led innovations to optimise efficiency while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory standards across regional NSW projects.
Roads & Bridges
Full-spectrum road and bridge construction services. Specialising in rehabilitation projects like the 2023 Donkins Flat Bridge repairs, we deliver durable solutions using modern engineering techniques. Our approach combines technical precision with community consultation to minimise disruptions while enhancing regional transport networks through both new builds and critical maintenance works.
Water Treatment
Advanced wastewater treatment plant construction and upgrades. Currently executing the $38M Grahamstown Treatment Plant project, we integrate chemical process improvements and environmental safeguards. Our team delivers scalable solutions for municipal clients, focusing on long-term operational efficiency and compliance with evolving environmental regulations through collaborative design-build methodologies.
Subdivisions
Comprehensive subdivision infrastructure development. Our services cover all civil works required for residential and commercial land divisions, including stormwater management, utility connections, and road formation. We work closely with local councils to ensure projects meet zoning requirements while maintaining cost-effectiveness through integrated project management systems.
Plant Hire
Specialist construction equipment hire services supporting major infrastructure projects. Our fleet includes machinery for earthworks, material handling, and precision excavation tasks. Backed by in-house maintenance teams and safety-certified operators, we ensure project timelines are maintained through reliable equipment availability and technical support across multiple regional worksites.
People
Tadhg Kelliher
CEO & Managing Director
Leading EIRE's strategic growth since 2019, Tadhg oversees operations across NSW. With 15+ years' experience, he champions the Hive 5 sustainability model and drives innovation in civil infrastructure delivery while maintaining family business values.
Eamon Kelliher
Executive Director | Construction
Eamon manages construction operations with 18 years' industry experience. He ensures project delivery excellence across water, roads, and subdivisions, leveraging technical expertise to maintain EIRE's reputation for complex infrastructure solutions since joining in 2005.
Peter Rennex
General Manager - Water Treatment
Water treatment specialist with 22 years' experience, Peter leads major projects like the $38M Grahamstown Upgrade. His technical leadership ensures compliance with environmental standards while implementing innovative process improvements for municipal clients across NSW.
Sophie Smith
Head of HR and Recruitment
HR leader Sophie develops talent strategies that support EIRE's growth. With 10 years' experience, she drives staff engagement initiatives and workforce planning to maintain our culture of discretionary effort and regional employment commitment.
Darren O'Reilly
Regional Manager - Hunter
Darren oversees Hunter Region operations with 14 years' local expertise. He manages client relationships and project delivery for water and infrastructure works, ensuring alignment with EIRE's sustainability goals and community-focused business practices.
Questions
What civil infrastructure services do you specialise in?
We specialise in water networks, sewer systems, roads, bridges, subdivisions, and plant hire across regional NSW.
How does your Hive 5 approach benefit projects?
Our Hive 5 ecosystem ensures sustainable delivery through collaboration with customers, staff, suppliers, community, and industry partners.
Can you handle large-scale water treatment projects?
Yes, we're currently executing the $38M Grahamstown Treatment Plant upgrade with specialist chemical process improvements.
Do you work with local suppliers and contractors?
We prioritise local supply chains to support regional economies and ensure faster project delivery through established partnerships.
How do you ensure project quality and safety?
Through twice-yearly customer surveys, industry-leading safety initiatives, and compliance with all regulatory standards across NSW.
Reviews (4)
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Peaceloveone
Aug 01, 2020
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Critical:Professionalism
Don't know what the business is like but I came across their vehicle while traveling & the guy was constantly tailgating & does not use his blinkers! Follow the road rules dude before you cause an accident.
Don't know what the business is like but I came across their vehicle while traveling & the guy was constantly tailgating & does not use his blinkers! Follow the road rules dude before you cause an accident.
David Broad
Sep 21, 2018
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Great company that offers the knowledge, experience and equipment of a big business yet maintains the values and qualities of a small family business. Couldn't recomend enough!
David Hopton
Aug 17, 2018
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Eire Constructions are professional, have great regard for the environment and the public in all areas of the business and complete projects when and how they state.
