Our Story

Integral Lighting is one of Canberra’s leading providers of architectural and commercial lighting solutions.

Our Experience

Our History

2024

We look forward to another large year and we invite you to contact us to discuss your project today.

2023

Integral Lighting reached 10 remarkable years. A journey that began as a small family business with a vision to enhance Canberra’s ability to offer world-class services and solutions locally has evolved due to the support of our incredible clients, suppliers and dedicated team.

2022

Integral Lighting’s partnership with PROLICHT, a globally successful manufacturer of premium architectural lighting solutions enabled us to expand our creative interior lighting portfolio to bring individual lighting solutions tailored to meet our customers’ needs.

2021

A large year of major projects including the National Carillion, Old Parliment House, 25 Catalina Street, Bateman’s Bay Aquatic Centre and Whitlam. Our family of brands was proud to welcome Photinus and Digilin. Our team grew to 10 with Ben joining the team.

2020

Major projects included Tennyson Cres, Civic Quarter, the National Museum and 2CA Home Affairs. LightCo and FOS joined our growing family of brands.

2019

Completion of the Deltroit Station and Ginninderry. Light Nerd and Phillips / Signify growing our brands as well as Dan and Gavin bringing our team to a total of 9.

2018

Major projects included the National Flag Poles, Waldmann coming on as another brand and Jacob growing our team further

2017

We undertook the large Canberra Metro Stage 1 project with Coolon growing our family of brands even further.

2016

The Monaro Mall upgrade and the National Gallery of Australia projects were completed with ES Systems being added to our family of brands as well as the addition of Gail to grow out team to six.

2015

Major projects including the War Memorial Facade, CDC Fyshwick 2, West Basin foreshore (Henry Rowland Park) drove growth of the team with Bo, Melanie and Madeleine joining.

2014

Integral was proud to deliver major projects Constitution Avenue and CDC Fyshwick as well as ERCO joining our brand family. The team grew larger with Henry joining.

2013

Integral Lighting was founded by Alex Skaines in September with brands including WE-EF, Darkon and Dean Phillips.

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Our Team

At Integral Lighting, we speak your language. Meet our dedicated team of lighting specialists who will help to put your project up in lights.

As Director, Alex is passionate about leadership, mentoring and supporting sales personnel in achieving their own milestones. He has grown Integral Lighting to become amongst the leading lighting suppliers and largest team of lighting professionals in the ACT. His adaptability and deep understanding of client needs ensure Integral Lighting is performing in the best possible way to deliver successful outcomes on all projects.

Alex Skaines

— Director

As CFO / Office Manager, Mel overlooks the daily operations of Integral Lighting including administrative supervision and human resource responsibilities. Additionally, she liaises with the Finance Team to implement effective solutions for financial reporting, contributing to the company’s growth.

Melanie Smeltink

— CFO & Office Manager

Daniel brings over 15 years of sales expertise to his role as Head of Commercial Sales at Integral Lighting, where he leads with a dynamic approach to delivering tailored lighting solutions for commercial projects. His extensive industry experience allows him to collaborate effectively with architects, engineers, councils, and project managers, ensuring that Integral Lighting’s market-leading products are specified in key building and design projects across the sector.

Daniel Clayton

— Associate Sales Engineer

As a Senior Sales Specialist in residential projects, Gail offers personalised consultations to create ideal lighting environments for the home. With a deep expertise in luminaires and a commitment to quality, she ensures every project not only meets but exceeds client expectations. By collaborating with architects, interior designers, and engineers, Gail delivers innovative lighting solutions that elevate spaces while staying informed on the latest industry trends.

Gail Law

— Senior Sales Engineer

Ben is a carpenter by trade with over 20 years of experience in the building and construction industry and 12 years in electrical wholesaling, specialising in commercial projects. As the Commercial Manager at Integral, he leverages his relationships in the ACT and surrounding areas to liaise with contractors and wholesalers, ensuring accurate and timely project deliveries.

Ben Northey

— Commercial Manager ACT/NSW

Originally a History student, Jacob found his way into the lighting industry through a retail lighting position, followed by experience in electrical wholesaling. Now, as a Senior Project Coordinator at Integral Lighting, his sharp attention to detail and organisational skills ensure that all fittings meet the correct specifications to the client’s needs.

Jacob Heathcote

— Senior Project Coordinator

Gavin brings 45 years in the lighting industry from lighting design to external and internal sales. As Project Coordinator at Integral, he handles the specification/quoting process with integrity and a strong work ethic, playing a vital role in ensuring quality service to our customers.

Gavin Duigan

— Project Coordinator

Nik has recently embarked on his journey in the lighting industry as a sales engineer, following previous experience in the private and public sectors. With his enthusiastic and positive outlook, Nik easily forms connections with people he meets, enabling him to build and deliver valuable support to customers.

Nik Belic

— Sales Engineer

  • Alex Skaines

    — Director

  • Melanie Smeltink

    — CFO & Office Manager

  • Daniel Clayton

    — Associate Sales Engineer

  • Gail Law

    — Senior Sales Engineer

  • Ben Northey

    — Commercial Manager ACT/NSW

  • Jacob Heathcote

    — Senior Project Coordinator

  • Gavin Duigan

    — Project Coordinator

  • Nik Belic

    — Sales Engineer

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