Meet the experts

Our people are the heart & soul of everything we have achieved

Every one of our team members is committed to achieving our mission and doing so ethically and without compromising our core commitments.

Director

Byron McNeil

Byron McNeil is an engineering professional and the driving force behind GENEX ENERGY, an emerging energy company.

He is a Standards Australian Committee member (EL-014), an active member of the hazardous areas community.

Prior to founding GENEX ENERGY, Byron held a prominent role as a Field Service Representative for Solar Turbines, a globally renowned manufacturer of small to medium-sized gas turbines. This position took him on a remarkable journey across Australia, both onshore and offshore, where he gained invaluable experience working with gas turbine generators and compressors spanning a range of capacities, from a few hundred kilowatts to nearly twenty megawatts.

Byron's extensive career boasts diverse roles in various industries. He has excelled as an electrical instrument technician (INLEC) in offshore settings, played integral roles in power stations, contributed to magnetite mineral processing facilities, and lent his expertise to a desalination plant as an E&I technician.
These experiences have equipped him with a deep understanding of the intricacies and challenges within the energy sector.

With a passion for sustainable energy solutions, Byron embarked on a mission to establish GENEX ENERGY, an innovative company committed to revolutionising the industry. Under his guidance, the company has grown into a trusted provider of comprehensive energy services, specialising in electrical, instrumentation, hazardous areas management, industrial gas, renewable energy, mechanical maintenance, and digital inspections and asset integrity management.

Byron's leadership philosophy centres on empowering his team to excel and fostering a culture of continuous learning and adaptability. He understands that success lies in the collective expertise and dedication of the people who drive GENEX ENERGY forward.

Driven by his unwavering determination to shape a sustainable energy future, Byron is dedicated to delivering exceptional results for clients and making a positive impact on the industry as a whole. With his visionary leadership and a team of talented professionals, GENEX ENERGY continues to spearhead advancements in the energy sector and pave the way for a greener, more sustainable world.

Join Byron and the GENEX ENERGY team in their mission to transform the energy landscape and create a brighter future for generations to come.

Byron McNeil is an engineering professional and the driving force behind GENEX ENERGY, an emerging energy company.

With an Advanced Diploma in Industrial Automation and a Diploma in Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering, Byron brings a wealth of expertise to the table. His commitment to professional growth is exemplified by his membership as an Associate Graduate (GradAIEAust) of Engineers Australia.

GENEX ENERGY | Meet the Team
Operations Manager

Krysten McNeil

Krysten has been an account manager in the energy and resources sector for over 15 years. She handles all manner of administrative and operational tasks.

Krysten has been an account manager in the energy and resources sector for over 15 years. Having worked closely with some of the state's largest energy companies. She handles all manner of administrative and operational tasks, keeping our technicians prepared. She is typically the first person any new customer engages with and probably the most influential in terms of customer satisfaction. Krysten is a fantastic people person, who know her job well and will always go above and beyond. She is certainly a valuable member of our team, and we are lucky to have her.

Why did you choose to work with GENEX?
"As a mother, it's important to me that I have a work-life balance. GENEX can offer me school hours, so I can still drop-off and pick up my boys from school. The support I have received since starting with the business is something I have never experienced before".

What contribution do you make to the business?
"I am the Operations Manager; it is my responsibility to support the workshop and field-staff. Provide them with the tools to complete their tasks safely, on-time and on budget".

Health & Safety Manager

Daniel Ferguson

Daniel has a wealth of experience across a number of industries spanning over 30 years. He has been the health and safety manager for some of Australia's largest mining and resources companies.

Daniel has a wealth of experience across several industries spanning over 30 years. He has been the health and safety manager for some of Australia's largest mining and resources companies. Daniel has helped several companies achieve ISO accreditation for environmental, health and safety, and business management systems. This is what he is good at, and exactly how he helps GENEX daily.

What experience do you have in the industry?
"For many years my role has been to manage business processes, particularly in health, safety and environment. I am responsible for developing and implementing health, safety and environment compliance and the development of processes and practices which promote safe work practices to protect our people and the environment".