Since acquiring Select Services in 2019, our Darwin office has become a key part of VAE Group’s national footprint. With a strong, experienced local team on the ground, we proudly deliver specialised HVAC, mechanical, and building technology solutions across the Northern Territory. Our Darwin team combines deep regional knowledge with the backing of a national network, ensuring reliable service, expert delivery, and a commitment to supporting the unique needs of the Top End community.

Local Projects

Featured Project - CDU Danala Community Precinct

The CDU Danala Education and Community Precinct is a flagship project for Charles Darwin University and a transformative addition to Darwin’s CBD. VAE Group was proud to deliver the mechanical services and building technologies for this innovative, future-focused education hub. Designed to connect people, place, and knowledge, the facility supports learning, collaboration, and community engagement in a modern, energy-efficient space.

Project Highlights:

  • Full mechanical services including air conditioning, ventilation, and central plant
  • Energy-efficient design aligned with Green Star and sustainability objectives
  • Integration of smart Building Management System (BMS) for optimised performance
  • Delivered in a complex, multi-staged construction environment with Tier 1 builder involvement
  • Designed for flexibility, comfort, and long-term operational efficiency

This landmark project showcases VAE’s expertise in delivering tailored HVAC and smart building solutions in line with strict environmental goals, supporting CDU’s vision for a world-class educational precinct—built with certainty.

Our Solutions

We Engineer, Construct and Manage Smarter HVAC Solutions

12 Creek St Brisbane

Existing Building Upgrades

From modernising HVAC infrastructure to integrating advanced automation and energy management solutions, we help transform ageing facilities into high-performing, efficient, and future-ready spaces—all with minimal disruption to daily operations.

Safety Inspections

Service & Maintenance

Our Service & Maintenance solution is built to keep your building running at peak performance. With a proactive, data-driven approach, our expert team delivers tailored maintenance programs that reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and improve energy efficiency—ensuring your HVAC and building systems operate reliably, safely, and cost-effectively all year round.

Technology - Riparian

Building Technology

We deliver building intelligence technology that delivers ESG and innovative solutions for new builds and also transforms existing buildings into finely tuned, highly optimised environments.

205 North Quay Brisbane

New Construction

VAE Group brings deep expertise to new construction projects, led by our strong, engineering-driven design and construct teams. Our in-house capability allows us to deliver customised, innovative HVAC and building technology solutions that are tailored to each project’s unique requirements. From concept to commissioning, we integrate smart design, energy efficiency, and buildability to ensure seamless delivery and long-term performance. 

Who we work with ...

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