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LED links up with Intralux

Lighting & Electrical Distributors are proud to announce that we are the exclusive Victorian distributor of the Intralux Australia range.
September 12, 2024
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The Lumen Room is now open!

Recently the team at LED were excited to attend the launch of Ligman Australia. The Lumen Room, located in Brunswick, has been created to show ...
August 13, 2024
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Ligman Lighting

Ligman Lighting was founded in 1995 with the objective of designing, manufacturing and distributing world-class, high efficiency, quality outdoor lighting products under the brand name ...
April 29, 2024
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LED expands operating capabilities

Introducing the newest member of the LED team, our truck!
October 31, 2023
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IESANZ – People’s Choice Award 2023 – Victoria Park Lake!

A big thank you to all of our peers that voted for the Victoria Park Lighting Upgrade for the inaugural IESANZ - The Lighting Society ...
October 31, 2023
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LED Raise $7,110!

THANK YOU to all of our staff, friends and family who helped contribute to our tally for the 86k for a Cure fundraiser!
October 31, 2023
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New HQ for Lighting & Electrical Distributors

Following the exciting announcement that we have refreshed our logo, we are excited to announce that we have relocated to a new office and warehouse, ...
July 29, 2022
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Fresh look for Lighting & Electrical Distributors

We are proud to announce the launch of the new company logo as part of the ongoing evolution of our company’s brand.
July 28, 2022
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Q&A with a Lighting Designer

Simon is a Lighting Consultant / Designer for Rexel Holdings and has designed many high-profile exterior projects across Victoria. We sat down with Simon for ...
August 3, 2021
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Compliance & Standards

Lighting an exterior space isn’t just a case of installing a few light fittings and switching them on. There are a multitude of Australian Standards ...
July 12, 2021
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Larissa Billingham

Account Manager
Larissa is a seasoned Account Manager with over 17 years of experience in the Victorian commercial lighting industry. Her extensive background has equipped her with a deep understanding of market dynamics and client needs. Using her commitment to excellence and passion for collaboration, she supports each client’s vision by delivering a successful lighting solution whilst providing exceptional value and service for project stakeholders. Combining her attention to detail, appreciation for good design and a positive "can do!" attitude; Larissa wants to help people obtain the best solution possible.
Rita Thomas

Rita Thomas

Accounts
With more than 10 years’ experience in finance, Rita is responsible for all things accounts related at LED. She is the newest member of our internal sales set up and has quickly established herself as an important part of the team.
Steph Anderson

Steph Johnson

Internal Sales
Steph has acquired a variety of skills in her career to date and is an integral part of our internal sales team. Her fun and honest personality, combined with her experience in sales, has allowed Steph to develop the ability to provide exceptional customer service to our clients. Using the skills and knowledge she has gained over the last 3 years as a marketing student, Steph also oversees the marketing here at Lighting & Electrical Distributors.
Jackie Bain

Jackie Bain

Business Development Consultant
Having worked in the lighting industry for over 33 years, Jackie is an invaluable member of our team. She has worked in a variety of roles in her career and the experience she has gained has equipped her perfectly for the role of Business Development Consultant. Her passion, drive and can-do attitude embodies our philosophy here at Lighting & Electrical Distributors, and wholesalers and contractors can be assured of quality service from Jackie for all their project lighting requirements.
Hayden Woodhouse

Hayden Woodhouse

Storeman
Hayden joined Lighting & Electrical Distributors as a storeman after 5 years working in the Electrical Industry. His duties involve despatch, stock control, warehousing and logistics. Hayden’s fun and outgoing personality means he is very easy to deal with for the various people he comes across daily in our Warehouse. He is always striving to maximise his time to ensure that the job is completed to a high standard.
Robyn Lang

Robyn Lang

Accounts Manager
Robyn’s employment at Lighting and Electrical Distributors P/L started on day one of the company, in April 2000, and Robyn has been proud to watch it grow from humble beginnings into the company it is today.
Robyn brings to the company over 30 years of accounts and administration knowledge.
She is instrumental in the day to day running of the business and has a wealth of experience in logistics and operating system roll outs.
Alison Woods

Alison Woods

Estimator
After more than 15 years working for a distributor of electronic and electrical components, Alison made the switch to the Lighting industry.
Her years of previous experience liaising with suppliers and clients has given her an understanding for the value of timely supply and costings.
Alison has been an Estimator within the team for over 4 years now, and she looks forward to continuing to draw on her experience and understanding as she attends to our clients many and varied pricing requests.
Joe Polidano

Joe Polidano

Business Development Manager
After 15 years’ experience in the Electrical Wholesale Industry, Joe has appreciated the necessities to adhere to deadlines. Joe has established a strong rapport with contractors, wholesalers and suppliers. After cost estimating, and expediting several lighting projects within wholesaling, this experience has helped Joe transition seamlessly into his current position. Joe also moonlights as a musician, belting out covers in local bars and private functions. He finds it very fulfilling to satisfy a crowd. This transfers to his working day feeling accomplished by assisting customers in meeting their requirements. Joe has now been an integral part of our team for over 10 years and has developed the skills to liaise with builders, contractors and wholesalers in regard to creating and enhancing a harmonious working relationship within the industry.
Sean Moore

Sean Moore

Internal Sales – Specialising in KLIK Systems
Sean has been in the Electrical industry for approximately 30 years, starting out as an A-Grade electrician and then moving into project management position at Lighting & Electrical Distributors for the past 14 years. His primary role is looking after all aspects of a projects from order to supply. He also specialises in Extrusion Lighting, producing shop drawings, plan mark ups and take offs.
Sean is a bit of an allrounder and can handle just about any task in the office. From PC repairs to shop drawings, ordering, invoicing, he is a jack of all trades.
Having a vast experience in the Electrical industry, Sean can assist our clients with product information, installation and general trouble shooting.
Jack Ridewood

Jack Ridewood

Architectural Sales Manager
Jack is our Architectural Sales Manager. Using the skills and knowledge he has gained over the past 3 years as our lighting designer, Jack has made the progression to become our Architectural Lighting Expert.

With his natural flair and passion for lighting design, Jack can assist architects, interior designers, and landscape architects in creating functional and aesthetically pleasing lighting solutions.
With an in-depth knowledge of AGI32, Australian Standards and Building Code requirements, Jack is at the forefront of any technological developments in the industry, ensuring our clients can rest easy in the knowledge we can offer a complete lighting solution for their project.

Nick Pockett

SPORTS LIGHTING MANAGER
Nick has over 30 years lighting sales experience. Starting his career in the UK, Nick made the move to Australia in 2009 where he currently services electrical engineers and end users within the commercial, education, healthcare, local authority, industrial and external lighting market sectors. Nicks lighting specialities includes field lighting design, lighting surveys and energy audits and he has worked on many high-profile projects across Australia.
Having worked extensively in lighting controls and commissioning and brings a wealth of knowledge to these key areas. Nicks pleasing personality, honesty, and passion means he is very easy to deal with and always strives to get the best outcomes for his clients. More recently Nick has become our Sports Lighting Manager working closely with our partner LEGACY Lighting, focusing on building relationships and growing our market share within the sports lighting sector throughout Victoria.
John Wall

John Wall

Sales Engineer
John brings to the company many years of experience in commercial and industrial lighting. His experience in providing practical and workable lighting design proposals are one of the many reasons why he has been sought after by engineers and architects alike, for over 40 years. John prides himself on integrity, service and providing value added design solutions.

His product knowledge and system application skills are unsurpassed, and his outgoing personality and enthusiasm makes the whole product selection process, a pleasant and rewarding experience.

Jason Hammer

Jason Hammer

Director
Jason started his career as an electrical design draftsman, working with a number of Victorian based Consulting firms before concentrating his passion for Lighting into his chosen field. Having now worked in this area for over 30 years, Jason has worked on a number of award-winning projects.

Jason prides himself on delivering a lighting solution to meet the clients’ individual needs.

James Bradler

James Bradler

SALES MANAGER
James has been involved in the lighting industry since leaving his hometown of London in 2002. Starting out as a lighting designer, James then made the progression to external sales, and is now the Sales Manager for Lighting & Electrical Distributors. He brings a wealth of experience to the team and has been involved with some of the most high profile projects across Victoria, including designing implementing the lighting layout for the MCG where he found himself dangling from the roof aiming floodlights onto the hallowed turf!
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Jason started his career as an electrical design draftsman, working with a number of Victorian based Consulting firms before concentrating his passion for Lighting into his chosen field. Having now worked in this area for over 25 years, Jason has worked on a number of award winning projects. Jason prides himself on delivering a lighting solution to meet the clients’ individual needs.