CMS Asia Pacific is proudly Australian-owned by Stephen Brownell, who started his career working as a mechanical tradesman, with his experience spanning heavy industry through to underground mining in NSW and QLD.
The business was established as Coal Mine Services in 2005 to meet the rising demand for advanced mining and tunnelling solutions in Australia’s civil and mining sectors. The business was started with a clear vision in mind – to revolutionise the mining and civil construction industries through expert knowledge and innovative practices.
The business had humble beginnings with its first contract being the hire of a Mitsui S200MA Roadheader to West Wallsend Colliery. In the year that followed a demand for expertise saw the business develop a labour hire division that has continued to support the industry.
The business developed a Civil division in 2017 providing equipment for large-scale tunnelling projects, and in 2024 expanded to include a Power division that, in addition to conventional electrical services, specialises in intrinsically safe systems.
Over the past two decades CMS has developed an enviable reputation for excellence with a footprint that now reaches globally. The business has international business partners in New Zealand, Indonesia, South Africa, Poland, India, South America and Europe who provide innovative solutions through goods, services and professional development to our manufacturing base in the Newcastle region.
Steve has built his business on trust, honesty and integrity while always striving to be at the forefront of industry revolution and innovation.
Fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration encourages our team to explore new ideas, develop innovative solutions and leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance productivity.
Continuous improvement is at the heart of our operations, and we invest in our people to ensure they have the skills, knowledge and curiosity to drive advanced thinking and outcomes for our business and our customers.
We continuously explore new ideas to develop innovative solutions. We foster a culture of creativity and collaboration. We leverage cutting-edge technology to streamline our processes and enhance productivity.
We follow strict quality standards to ensure our products and services consistently meet customer expectations. Continuous improvement is at the heart of our operations. We invest in employee training and equip our team with the skills needed to deliver quality.
We implement robust processes to ensure consistent and reliable outcomes. We invest in the best materials and technology to support reliable production and services. We build strong relationships with our suppliers and partners to ensure a dependable supply chain.
Open and transparent communication is encouraged to quickly address and resolve any issues. We cultivate a culture of accountability where every team member takes responsibility for their work. Employee feedback is valued, helping us identify and address any reliability concerns promptly.
We lead by fostering a collaborative environment ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and valued. Our team members lead by taking responsibility for their actions and outcomes.
Founder / CEO
Group General Manager
Group Technical Services Manager
Group Administration Manager
Group Operations Manager
Group Workshop Manager
Electrical Manager
Instruments Manager
Training Manager
Our mission is to positively impact lives, and not just through the projects we work on. We are committed to positively impacting the lives of our staff, our clients and their families, and this means helping out the communities that are important to them.
CMS Asia Pacific Community Benefit Program distributes grants to support projects that positively impact people’s lives. Grants of up to $5000 are offered annually for projects, activities or events in the following categories:
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