Temporary power for estates with underground mains. Concealed cable connection from pole to Energex pillar, professionally installed and fully compliant.
Underground power connections are the preferred choice for building sites where overhead cables are not practical or where council requirements mandate below-ground infrastructure. In newer estates across South East Queensland, the electricity network runs underground rather than on traditional overhead poles, meaning a standard overhead temporary supply is not an option. Our underground TBS installations connect your temporary power pole directly to the Energex underground pillar via a concealed cable run, with all conduit work and cable protection handled by our team. One of our licensed electricians attends to check the pillar is set up correctly for the pole and make the connections good, and Energex then makes the connection to the pole. The work is compliant with Energex requirements and AS/NZS 3000 wiring standards.
In newer residential estates and developments where the electricity network runs underground, a standard overhead temporary power connection isn’t possible. Our underground power pole service provides the solution: we install a temporary pole near the Energex underground pillar and run a cable connection below ground level.
Every underground installation is supervised by a licensed electrical contractor, who manages the cable connection between our temporary pole and the Energex pillar. The installation complies with AS/NZS 3000 wiring standards, and we lodge the EWR with Energex.
Underground connections require additional materials and labour compared to overhead installations, and this is reflected in the pricing. The hire fee covers the pole hardware, underground cable, delivery, installation, 12 weeks of rental, and removal. The electrician’s supervision fee is invoiced separately based on travel time and specific site requirements.
Underground connections need extra safety measures, and one of our licensed electricians attends the pillar to meet Energex and council requirements.
Underground poles can only be installed within 1 metre of the Energex pillar. They can be installed further away, but it's the hirer's and their electrical contractor's responsibility to adjust the cable length and installation accordingly — please confirm current requirements with Energex.
We assess the location of the Energex pillar and plan the cable route. Underground connections must be within 1 metre of the pillar.
Our crew installs the underground pole and runs the cable to the Energex pillar. Our licensed electrician attends to check the pillar is set up correctly for the pole and to make the connections good.
Your retailer processes the service order. The network connection is then scheduled separately by the relevant provider, which connects the underground service cable into the street pillar. This is the network connection — not yet live power at the meter.
Your retailer or metering provider controls this appointment. Power only starts flowing once the meter is in.
When permanent power is connected, we remove the pole and cable. The site is restored to its original condition.
We service all major regions across South East Queensland with timing confirmed for each site.
Our fleet covers the South East Queensland corridor, from the Gold Coast through Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast and west to Ipswich. We confirm delivery and installation timing after reviewing the address, site access, product availability and underground connection details.
Have questions about underground power pole hire? Here are answers to the most common queries from builders and homeowners working on estates with underground mains.
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