About Us
The story so far
Creating foundations for the future Solving the industry’s biggest problems Engineering our energy
Creating foundations
for the future
Solving the industry’s
biggest problems
Engineering our energy
Our Story
Built on Quality Engineering
First founded in 1998, Dep Consulting has been a long-serving provider of electrical distribution network services. Over our years of service as a Level 3 Accredited Service Provider (ASP), we have built a reputation for reliability and commitment to quality.
Driven by Best Practice
Driven by the vision of Director Charles Rheinberger, Dep Consulting has led an industry shift toward more sustainable practices at the energy connection level. We know that the infrastructure we build needs to last longer than a lifetime. So we are pushing new standards, employing teams of qualified, forward-thinking engineers to design better outcomes for everyone.
Delivering Brighter Futures
This approach has led to huge successes for our organisation, and we have no plans to stop now. We continue to invest into our people and the development of better, more efficient engineering practices across design, assessment, and commissioning.
Because, at Dep Consulting, we’re not spot-fixing – we’re building the utilities that future generations of Australia will rely upon.
Managing Director
With over 20 years of experience in the electrical utility infrastructure industry, Charles brings unparalleled expertise in delivering complex Level 3 ASP design projects across Sydney’s major distribution networks, including Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, and Essential Energy. Throughout his career, he has successfully overseen critical infrastructure projects, demonstrating a strong focus on technical excellence, operational efficiency, and client collaboration. Charles is deeply committed to building lasting industry relationships and fostering a culture of innovation and precision within the DEP Consulting team. His strategic vision and hands-on approach ensure every project is delivered to the highest standards of quality and performance.
With over 10 years of leadership experience, Jack excels in driving business growth, innovation, and operational excellence in the Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC industries. He has a proven track record of refining systems, processes, and team capabilities to ensure sustainable success. At DEP Consulting, Jack oversees systems and processes to deliver efficient ASP Level 3 design solutions across community, commercial, infrastructure, data centre, and renewable energy projects. His focus on optimising workflows ensures cost-effective, tailored outcomes for clients. Jack is dedicated to fostering a positive workplace culture through engagement, training, and clear communication, driving both team motivation and exceptional client results.
Senior Design Consultant
Bryan brings over 40 years of expertise in the electrical distribution industry, specialising in Level 3 ASP design. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in delivering major infrastructure projects, including Sydney Metro, WestConnex, and NorthConnex. He is known for his technical precision and leadership where he has successfully led design teams, mentored emerging talent, and ensured the highest quality in project delivery. Bryan’s extensive knowledge and dedication make him a valued expert and leader in the field.
Senior Design Engineer – Team Leader
With over 10 years of experience, Joseph brings exceptional expertise and technical leadership to electrical design and construction projects. He has successfully delivered a wide range of high-voltage connections, asset relocations, and substation establishments across New South Wales’ major distribution networks: Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, and Essential Energy. Joseph’s diverse background in government civil project delivery and electrical retail provides him with a comprehensive understanding of site constraints and how designs integrate into broader networks. Joseph ensures every project meets safety and customer needs seamlessly.
Senior Design Engineer – Team Leader
With over 13 years of experience, Aamir brings strong expertise in the design and construction of power distribution, transmission, and rail networks across South Australia, New South Wales, and the ACT. Backed by a Master of Engineering in Electrical Power from the University of South Australia, he has delivered complex projects for Sydney Trains, Metro systems, and broader electrical networks. Aamir’s core strengths include electrical network design, construction, and maintenance, with a focus on safety, reliability, risk management, asset condition assessments, and root cause analysis. He applies advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights. Known as a positive, motivated, and resilient professional, Aamir builds strong partnerships, shares knowledge openly, and contributes to collaborative, high-performing teams.
CEO
With over 19 years of industry experience, Charles brings invaluable guidance and engineering expertise to Dep Consulting. He is a dynamic and results-driven Director with proven success delivering some of Sydney’s biggest electrical utility infrastructure projects. He maintains strong, ongoing working relationships and is a respected leader and mentor to the high-performing Dep Consulting team.
Operations Manager
Chris has built his career with an eagerness to excel personally and professionally. He is an excellent communicator with extensive project management expertise, possessing a long history of delivering large-scale electrical design and construction projects. Through attentive stakeholder management and informative reporting, Chris is crucial in ensuring every project is delivered in line with client expectations.
Charles Rheinberger
With over 20 years of experience in the electrical utility infrastructure industry, Charles brings unparalleled expertise in delivering complex Level 3 ASP design projects across Sydney’s major distribution networks, including Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, and Essential Energy. Throughout his career, he has successfully overseen critical infrastructure projects, demonstrating a strong focus on technical excellence, operational efficiency, and client collaboration. Charles is deeply committed to building lasting industry relationships and fostering a culture of innovation and precision within the DEP Consulting team. His strategic vision and hands-on approach ensure every project is delivered to the highest standards of quality and performance.
Jack Rheinberger
With over 10 years of leadership experience, Jack excels in driving business growth, innovation, and operational excellence in the Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC industries. He has a proven track record of refining systems, processes, and team capabilities to ensure sustainable success. At DEP Consulting, Jack oversees systems and processes to deliver efficient ASP Level 3 design solutions across community, commercial, infrastructure, data centre, and renewable energy projects. His focus on optimising workflows ensures cost-effective, tailored outcomes for clients. Jack is dedicated to fostering a positive workplace culture through engagement, training, and clear communication, driving both team motivation and exceptional client results.
Shareen Stewart
With over 20 years of experience, Shareen Stewart brings strong expertise in commercial management, financial strategy, and business operations across infrastructure services, healthcare, and technology sectors. She has extensive experience supporting large operational contracts and complex organisations through financial governance, strategic planning, and business performance optimisation.
Shareen has strong capabilities in financial management, commercial analysis, business intelligence, and process improvement. Her experience includes overseeing financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, contract performance management, and implementing systems and reporting frameworks that support effective decision-making and operational efficiency.
She is recognised for her strategic thinking and practical approach to improving business performance, combining financial insight with strong stakeholder engagement. Shareen works collaboratively with leadership teams to strengthen financial governance, streamline business processes, and support sustainable organisational growth.
Bryan Stringer
Bryan brings over 40 years of expertise in the electrical distribution industry, specialising in Level 3 ASP design. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in delivering major infrastructure projects, including Sydney Metro, WestConnex, and NorthConnex. He is known for his technical precision and leadership where he has successfully led design teams, mentored emerging talent, and ensured the highest quality in project delivery. Bryan’s extensive knowledge and dedication make him a valued expert and leader in the field.
Joseph Pollard
With over 10 years of experience, Joseph brings exceptional expertise and technical leadership to electrical design and construction projects. He has successfully delivered a wide range of high-voltage connections, asset relocations, and substation establishments across New South Wales’ major distribution networks: Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, and Essential Energy. Joseph’s diverse background in government civil project delivery and electrical retail provides him with a comprehensive understanding of site constraints and how designs integrate into broader networks. Joseph ensures every project meets safety and customer needs seamlessly.
Sailesh Sharan
With over 35 years of experience, Sailesh Sharan brings extensive expertise in electrical distribution design, construction, and asset management across the NSW electricity network. As a Level 3 Accredited Service Provider (ASP3) Designer, he has delivered projects across the Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, and Essential Energy networks, including substations, underground and overhead mains, URD developments, and street lighting infrastructure.
Sailesh has strong capabilities in network design, project documentation, construction planning, and environmental and safety compliance. His experience includes preparing technical designs, developing construction documentation, and supporting project teams to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient project delivery.
He also brings extensive experience in project governance, including cost estimating, budget monitoring, and project reporting through systems such as SAP. Known for his collaborative approach and clear stakeholder communication, Sailesh provides technical guidance and mentoring while contributing to reliable and high-quality network outcomes.
Richard Jory
With over 35 years of experience, Richard Jory brings extensive expertise in electrical engineering, technical leadership, and project management across heavy industry, infrastructure, manufacturing, and mining sectors. He has successfully delivered complex electrical systems for major road and rail tunnel projects, large industrial facilities, and mining operations.
Richard has strong capabilities in electrical power system design and multidisciplinary engineering coordination. His experience includes leading electrical design teams, managing major infrastructure tenders, and overseeing the design and commissioning of high- and low-voltage power systems, substations, automation systems, and industrial control infrastructure.
He is recognised for delivering high-quality, safety-focused outcomes while maintaining strong performance in cost, schedule, and risk management. Richard brings a practical, solutions-focused approach to complex engineering challenges and works collaboratively with project teams and stakeholders to achieve reliable outcomes.
Stuart Gander
With over 36 years of experience, Stuart Gander is a senior Development and Infrastructure Consultant specialising in complex residential, commercial, industrial, and master-planned community developments across Australia. He has held senior roles with major developers including Meriton Apartments, Walker Corporation, and Capital Corporation, providing strategic advisory services to support large scale development delivery.
Stuart has strong expertise in development strategy, infrastructure planning, and authority negotiation. His experience includes advising on site feasibility and acquisition due diligence, infrastructure servicing strategies, rezoning pathways, and delivery staging to support major development programs. He also provides oversight across the development lifecycle, supporting procurement strategy, risk mitigation, and stakeholder coordination.
He is recognised for his ability to navigate complex regulatory and infrastructure environments, working closely with government agencies and utility providers to facilitate project approvals and infrastructure delivery. Stuart brings a strategic and practical approach to reducing development risk, improving approval pathways, and supporting successful project outcomes.
Who we work with
Dep Consulting proudly deliver high-quality energy infrastructure to some of the biggest names across Australia:


Building environments that communities rely on
As a level 3 ASP, we regularly update our qualifications to provide reliable advice.