About Lightspeed
Lightspeed Communications & Electrical is a leading connectivity specialist in AustraliaLightspeed
Established in 2001, Lightspeed Communications & Electrical has evolved to become one of Australia’s leading specialists in the design, installation and maintenance of structured cabling, both electrical and communication, as well as all facets of fibre optic communication networks.
As a privately owned Western Australian-based business, our quality services are recognised amongst leaders in the manufacturing, construction, telecommunication and mining industries throughout Australia.
Our team of highly skilled technicians have more than 25 years combined experience in the design and implementation of communication and electrical networks, ranging from office fit outs to complex fibre optic networks. Our focus on excellence, attention to detail and our flexibility has contributed to our reputation as leaders in this niche field.
Our commitment
Lightspeed Communications is dedicated to providing businesses of all sizes with smart communication networks which exceed client expectations.
By using our experience, design capability, skills base and supplier relationships, we pride ourselves on delivering first class systems on time and to budget. We are committed to continuous improvement and achieving excellence in everything we do.
Our core services
Drawing on a history of innovation and industry expertise, Lightspeed Communications’ services are structured to deliver outstanding results across these key areas:
Management Team
Joseph Arrigo
Managing Director
Joe established Lightspeed Communications in 2001 and has been the rock-solid energy on which the company runs.
With broad and intricate knowledge of the industry and the technical know-how that has made Lightspeed the number one company in its field.
Joe is ideally placed to manage and grow the company’s client base and develop the business into its next growth phase.
Within the company, Joe has the pivotal role in both strategic planning and tactical implementation of the business plan for Lightspeed, as well as core responsibilities in the management of the relationship with clients.
An enthusiastic and hands-on leader, Joe ensures that each project is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard to meet and exceed client expectations.
Ian Pinkard
Operations Manager
Ian has been with Lightspeed since 2013, starting out as a field technician and working his way up to the Operations Manager role.
From being the leader of the technical team, to designing complex networks and managing both local and remote projects, Ian has the knowledge and experience that comes from over a decade in the industry to cover all facets of the business.
Whether it is meeting on site to plan a single cable installation or assisting in designing and documenting full fibre optic networks, Ian is always keen to meet and assist our clients with their connectivity needs.
Ian’s attention to detail and customer-focused attitude ensure that projects are planned, executed and handed over ready for the client to connect and use straight away.
Thang Ho
Operations Supervisor
Thang joined the Lightspeed team over 10 years ago as a junior technician and has worked on hundreds of projects since. His open and enthusiastic nature is loved by both our team and clients alike.
Being in the Operations Supervisor role at Lightspeed means that Thang leads the technical team daily to ensure projects are completed safely, on-time, on-budget and to our customers’ needs every time.
Having worked through nearly every technical role and hundreds of projects in his time at Lightspeed, Thang has developed a great knowledge of fibre optic and communications systems. Thang’s vast mine site experience and knowledge of OPGW systems mean that he is perfectly suited to plan and manage these projects.
Lisa Redenbach
Operations and Administration Coordinator
Lisa is an energetic and competent office professional with over 10 years project administration experience. Valued for her dependable and detail orientated work in support of top management, she is an indispensable member of the Lightspeed team
Lisa assists in overseeing the administration of contractual requirements to ensure compliance with client specifications, requirements and budgets.
Her responsibilities include scheduling of all staff and sub-contractors, purchasing of materials, administrative works as required for contractual compliance, invoicing and delivery of test results, assisting the Operations Manager and other staff, and being the central point of general correspondence between our clients and Lightspeed.
Experienced in staff scheduling, workforce planning and resource planning, every job is completed on schedule under Lisa’s watch and she also ensures that our clients are consistently informed on the progress of the work.
Andrew Cox
, Kolbe Catholic College
"From the first phone call to Lightspeed Communications, I knew that I was dealing with a company that prided itself on customer service.The Lightspeed team are willing to assist at the drop of a hat, providing quality cabling solutions and more at a very reasonable cost. The scope of work is always completed professionally and on time. Any issues are met with quality advice and dealt with promptly. I would recommend the services of Lightspeed Communications to any potential client."
Jethro Rose
, Byrnecut Australia
"I have been using Lightspeed Communications for over 10 years to provision and troubleshoot both optical fibre networks and regular CAT5 and CAT6 Ethernet cabling and panels. Lightspeed has proven to be committed to delivering very high quality workmanship even when under tight time constraints whilst ensuring minimal disruption to the business. Joe and his team are friendly, knowledgeable and easy to work with and have consistently provided valuable advice that has enabled us to avoid re-work when future requirements eventuate. I would not hesitate to recommend Lightspeed Communications to any business wanting to ensure that their communications needs are fulfilled with a minimum of fuss in a timely manner."
Geoff Richards
, City of South Perth
"I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the outstanding work that Lightspeed has done for the City of South Perth. Connecting our new library by fibre was a large and complex job that required dealing with several 3rd parties and Lightspeed delivered a professional and timely outcome without a hitch.Big thanks to you and your wonderful team."
Donald Martin
, John Hughes Group
"Lightspeed Communications and Electrical has been a preferred supplier and completing work for John Hughes group since 2008.In that time Lightspeed has grown with the John Hughes group and continue to provide exemplary service with our communications and electrical cabling at more than 20 sites for John Hughes.Over this time we have been delighted with the work carried out , communication is key at the John Hughes Car yards, which is what we get with Lightspeed Communications. They understand the high standards that our company have and are most efficient in delivering well within time limits and at the right price.Lightspeed have completed works from simple power points and data outlet installations to major civil underground boring and trenching of mains and optic fibre cabling between many of the John Hughes car yards. Most important is the fact that they are delivered on time and on budget.I would highly recommend Lightspeed for works within the communication and electrical field."
