About Us

Our Story

CDG Engineering is a family-owned, heavy vehicle body building business based in Forrestdale, Western Australia (WA).

Our team of experienced and knowledgeable staff manufacture and install tipper and tray bodies and water carts to rigid truck’s cab chassis and manufacture explosive boxes for a range of industries in WA.

We specialise, however, in the fabrication and installation of ROPS and FOPS for on- and off-highway vehicles and can supply these as kits nation-wide (and occasionally overseas).

Our long-term customers include truck dealers across the State and many mining and vehicle-hire companies who value our 12-month guarantee on the manufacture and installation of our products.

We also offer a range of accessories (including toolboxes, tow hitches, twist locks, handrails, and cargo gates), can complete chassis modifications, and supply and install any auto electrical parts our customers may need – this makes CDG Engineering a “one-stop-shop” for all your truck-related needs.

CDG Engineering is a licensed and authorised motor vehicle modifier / repairer with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the WA Department of Transport.

Meet the Team

Ian Hirst – Owner

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Ian Hirst established CDG Engineering in 2016. Ian has extensive experience and qualifications in Fabrication and Welding and Quality Assurance, and has an immense passion for ensuring his customers are completely satisfied with the products and services his company provides.

Today, Ian is your ‘port of call’ at CDG Engineering. From initial enquiry through to delivery and beyond, he prides himself on delivering a personalised service and providing regular updates to his clients.

Geoff Nicholson – Workshop Supervisor

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Geoff Nicholson has been with Ian at CDG Engineering from the outset. As workshop Supervisor, he is involved in the manufacture of the water carts, trays, and tippers, and provides ROPS installation support.

Backed by extensive experience as a vehicle body builder, Geoff holds a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Building and has previously worked at the truck body companies of Walliston Steel, TL Engineering, and ATM Enterprises. His related knowledge is second to none.

Geoff is a great mentor and trainer to other CDG Engineering team members and is an invaluable part of the team.