The team of staff at Solar Power Specialists are all committed to renewable energy and believe it is an integral part of the global energy solution. Our team's uncompromising approach to workmanship, product quality, advice, experience and service are the foundation of our organisation.
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Jock Howard heads up the team at Solar Power Specialists and is the founder of the company. Jock is acknowledged throughout the industry for his competency and insistence on system performance. Having developed long standing relationships with Australia's premium solar product suppliers he can ensure access to the latest proven technologies. Jock is involved in all aspects of the business and is an accredited Clean Energy Council (CEC) Installer as well as being a member of the CEC. Jock is the chairman of the Sunshine Coast Environmental Industries group and sits on several other national-level industry-related work groups. |
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Diane Howard is our Business Development Manager, working with Jock to look after the future direction of the company. Diane is very involved in the solar industry and is on the Photovoltaic Directorate of the Clean Energy Council. Diane conducts Energy Efficiency Audits for homes and businesses enabling you to benchmark your energy usage and identify potential energy savings. Diane also sits at the table of several policy shaping committees. One of her passions is the inception of a Gross Feed In Tariff for our Queensland customers. To assist, please join in the discussions on her Facebook page. |
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Brani Grabnar,
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Patrick Green,
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Cheryl Kovas, in her frontline role, is the voice of our organisation. She is primarily responsible for reception, administration, and accounts duties. In a broader sense this encompasses enquiries throughout your journey with us. Cheryl has developed a sound understanding of the many facets involved in the renewable energy industry, including the wide range of products and the government incentives. Her rapid-fire response to your enquiry will have you speaking to appropriate person in no time.
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Holly Thornton, |
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Geoff Keys, is our leading Installer/Electrician and is responsible for the coordination and supervision of our installation staff. He is a qualified Electrician and Accredited Installer of Grid Connect and in currently completing his Stand Alone Solar System Accreditiation. Geoff will be there to provide technical guidance and instruct operational work onsite.
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Fraser Goodchild is our qualified plumber, drainer and gas fitter. Because of his solar endorsement, Fraser is accredited to install your solar hot water system. Therein, allowing you to benefit from the generous government incentives while reducing your family's carbon footprint. When he is down off the roof, he is an active member of the Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club, who values meeting his family/work life balance. |
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Shane Burgess is our apprentice plumber. In his daily role he is acquiring a broad range of skills. In addition to his plumbing duties, he is often lending a hand to one of the solar power teams installing grid connected or stand alone systems. Shane has life experience as a stockman and likes to fly. He is enthused with his role in the team and is enjoying his apprenticeship.
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Clinton White, is a qualified Electrical Fitter/Mechanic and is currently completing his CEC On Grid and Off Grid Accreditiation. He is reponsible for our Retail/RV division and In-House Solar Installations. Clinton will also assist in post installation Quality Assurance audits as well as data, web site and IT systems management. |

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Cory Burgess,
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