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GeminiHow do you brand a company that does it all — and does it well? That was the challenge facing Volmac Group as they expanded beyond their building roots into a full multi-trade service. With major clients like Westpac, NAB, and NSW Government departments on their books, the work spoke for itself — but the brand didn’t. They weren’t just after a new website. They needed a brand that could keep up with their growth and open doors to even bigger opportunities.
The Challenge: A Brand That Couldn’t Keep Up
Volmac’s story is one many successful trades businesses will recognise. What started as a building company had evolved into something much bigger — a comprehensive multi-trade operation covering electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC services. Directors Aiden and Andrew had built something impressive: Aiden leading the electrical division while Andrew handled the building side, together securing contracts with some of Australia’s biggest institutions.
But their brand told a different story entirely.
“Their old website was much more focused on just the building side,” the team observed. “But they’ve got HVAC, they do plumbing as well — there was kind of not really much mention of that on their old website.”
The disconnect was stark. Here was a company installing backlit Westpac signage in the CBD, working on major government projects, and pioneering sustainability with fully electric vehicles. Yet their online presence and marketing materials felt more residential than commercial, a mismatch for the scale of work they were actually delivering.
They had a logo — a solid one in an eye-catching green — and they’d even managed to put together a capability statement in Word. But that was where their brand cohesion ended. They had uniforms, vehicle signage, and years of impressive work, but no way to tie it all together into a compelling professional narrative.
The timing was critical. Volmac had recently expanded into plumbing and were actively pursuing larger commercial contracts. They needed their brand to open doors, not hold them back.
Phase 1: Building the Foundation
The project began with understanding what Volmac really was versus how they appeared. Kath and the creative team started by identifying the core elements that were working — that distinctive green colour, the solid logo, and the genuine commitment to quality that earned them an 85% returning customer rate.
“They had the logo and everything, but it was just kind of bringing in some of these branded elements which they didn’t really have,” Kath explained. The team focused on developing the visual language that would extend the logo’s impact across all touchpoints.
The key was creating a systematic approach. Rather than starting from scratch, Spark built upon Volmac’s existing equity while introducing the professional polish they needed to compete at the level they deserved.
“The logo is good and the colour’s good, but they could really benefit from bringing it all together with a consistent brand feeling.”
Kath, Creative Director
Kath worked closely with the team to develop branded elements that echoed the logo’s geometric strength, with clean lines and shapes that would carry across digital and print applications. The result was a visual system that felt intentional, professional, and unmistakably Volmac.
Phase 2: First Applications
With the brand foundation established, the team moved to practical applications. Volmac needed a capability statement that could sit confidently on any boardroom table, and website copy that reflected their true scale and sophistication.
Ben handled the writing, crafting messaging that positioned Volmac not just as another trades company, but as specialists in their field. The capability statement became the first real test of the new brand direction — a document that needed to work equally well whether it was being reviewed by a property developer, government procurement officer, or corporate facilities manager.
The challenge was balancing Volmac’s down-to-earth approach with the professional presentation their clients expected. They didn’t want to lose the personal service that made them successful, but they needed to look the part when competing for major contracts.
The team also developed a tender document template during this phase, giving Volmac the tools to respond quickly and professionally to opportunities. It was a practical addition that would pay dividends immediately.
“Everything they suggested, Volmac signed off on pretty quickly. They seemed like they just wanted to get moving.”
Kath, Creative Director
Phase 3: Digital Transformation
The website became the ultimate expression of Volmac’s transformation. The digital build was led by Ha-ram, who helped turn the strategy and creative direction into a fully realised web experience. The challenge was showing the full scope of Volmac’s services while maintaining clear navigation and strong calls to action.
The solution was dedicated service pages — building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing each got their own space to shine. This wasn’t just good for user experience; it laid the groundwork for future SEO efforts and positioned Volmac as specialists in each area rather than generalists trying to be everything to everyone.
The homepage needed to make an immediate impact. The team selected imagery that positioned Volmac firmly in the commercial space — Sydney cityscapes and major project work that told the right story from the first glance.
“They really wanted that Sydney commercial feeling,” Kath noted. “A lot of their existing images looked more like residential work rather than the big commercial projects they were actually doing.”
The sustainability commitment got prominent placement too. With their electric vehicles and environmental consciousness, Volmac was ahead of the curve — the website made sure visitors knew it.
“They’ve got a big sustainable focus as well. They’ve got fully electric vehicles and that’s quite a big part of what they do.”
Ben, Content Writer
The Transformation: Ready for What’s Next
The results speak for themselves. Volmac now has a brand that opens conversations rather than ending them. Their capability statement sits confidently alongside submissions from much larger firms. Their website positions them exactly where they want to be — as Sydney’s go-to multi-trade specialists.
But perhaps more importantly, they now have a foundation for growth. The individual elements — website, capability statement, tender templates — work together as part of a cohesive whole. When Volmac walks into that next big pitch or responds to a major tender, everything reinforces the same message: these are serious professionals who can handle serious projects.
The brand transformation has given Volmac something invaluable — consistency. Whether a potential client encounters them through their website, a tender submission, or a capability statement, they get the same professional impression. No more wondering if this trades company can really handle their corporate fit-out or government project.
“They look like a progressive company,” the team reflected. “They really appreciated the direction we took and wanted to roll out more elements that matched that approach.”
For businesses facing similar challenges — when your capabilities have outgrown your brand, when you’re ready to compete at the next level but your marketing materials are holding you back — Volmac’s story offers a roadmap. Real capability. Clear communication. A brand that backs the work.
The foundation is set. The tools are in place. Now Volmac can focus on what they do best — delivering exceptional multi-trade services to Australia’s most demanding clients — while their brand works as hard as they do.
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