The team you call when water matters most.
Water is the lifeblood of our Goulburn Murray region. It drives our major industries, sustains our communities and shapes our way of life.
It’s essential, and it has to be in expert hands.
The Rankin Difference
Our solutions cover the full life cycle of water assets: from concept to completion. As your end-to-end water specialist, we’re the expert team that keeps essential water systems going, growing, and flowing.
We have extensive capabilities across:
Whether you have complex systems that require specialist expertise, need emergency support where every minute counts, or need a proactive team for the ongoing repair and maintenance of your critical water assets - we’re your water partner day in, day out.
Our Story
We’re more than everyday plumbers – we’re water specialists here for the jobs where precision, scale, and expertise truly count.
Since 2009, we’ve built a reputation as our region’s go-to partner for critical water and wastewater solutions, serving the major businesses and infrastructure that drive the Goulburn Murray region forward. With roots in Shepparton, and backed by a long family history in the local water industry, we’re behind the jobs where water matters most - and it matters to many.
We’re proudly Goulburn Murray owned and grown. We know this region’s unique needs inside and out and we’re here to keep it thriving. When you work with us, you’re working with locals who care about creating lasting value from every project.
From complex systems that call for specialist expertise, to emergency support when every minute counts, and ongoing maintenance of your critical water assets - we’re your water partner day in, day out.
Recent Projects
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Our approach
When water matters, Rankin delivers. Simple as that
If water is a critical part of your day-to-day business, you need more than a plumber. You need a full-service water partner who can manage your water assets across their full lifecycle.
We are your water partner from start to finish. From initial planning and design right through to construction, maintenance and upgrades, we manage every stage with precision and care.
We’re proud to have provided our specialist expertise to critical projects and water infrastructure across the Goulburn Murray and beyond. Ultimately that’s what drives us: pride in our profession, pride in our work, and pride in the positive impact we’ve had in the communities we care about.
We are equiped
We’re ready to take on the most complex of tasks - whether we’re acting as a principal contractor on a major project, or providing tailored solutions for a specialist job. Our team’s skill and capability is unmatched locally, with a fleet of specialised equipment that equips us for the jobs no one else can tackle.
We are safe
Safety is built into everything we do. In fact it’s so central to the way we work that we’ve named it: Rankin Safe. It means we operate to the highest standards of safety and protection on every job - so you can focus on the job at hand, knowing we’re going above and beyond to keep everyone safe.
We are here for you, 24/7
In times of breakdown or emergency, every second counts. We’re your local, expert team ready to respond 24/7.
Whether it’s a critical breakdown, an urgent repair, or meeting tight manufacturing deadlines, our rapid-response crew has the skills, experience and specialised equipment to handle even the most complex water emergency.
You’ll get much more than just a fast response, though - you’ll get the right solution to minimise downtime and disruption to your critical operations, and prevent future issues.
Expert solutions and a calm approach – it's why major manufacturers and utilities rely on Rankin.
Our people
Meet the locally grown and trusted team that know water
Sam Rankin Director & Owner
Sam is the founder and Managing Director of Rankin Plumbing. With over 16 years of experience in the plumbing industry, Sam has accrued a dynamic and versatile skillset that has seen him grow into the leader he is today.
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Sam prides himself on the core value of work ethic, holding himself along with his employees to the highest possible standards of customer service. Sam is driven everyday by the sense of achievement and satisfaction that comes with delivering for his varied cohort of clients. Those who know Sam would undoubtedly agree, that the dedication and purpose he brings to his work every day sets the standard for his entire team.
Fostering progression within his junior ranks in particular has always been a key focus for Sam. Watching each of his staff member’s own personal journey and committing himself to their continued development, is what motivates Sam every day.
Jesse Ogden
Minor Works Manager
Zach Connell
Project Manager (Commercial)
Tom Cook
Service Manager
Chris Gash
Estimator
Donna Mehmet
Office Manager
Liarna Trimboli
Service administration
Briarna Fichera
Project Administrator & Systems Coordinator
