About Us

Beyond Boundaries Excavate with Excellence

Butterworth Industries are a local family owned and operated Aboriginal Business Enterprise, our Directors; Madelyn, born and bred in Katherine in the Northern Territory, along with her partner Ryan, have created Butterworth Industries to provide civil excavation and earthmoving services to the Big Rivers Region and generate aboriginal employment and opportunities within the area.

Butterworth Industries began in 2016 as a small sole trader business in Darwin. Since then, our services have expanded across the NT and QLD. Over the past few years, our significant growth has led to the establishment of MJ RP Enterprises Pty Ltd in 2019, under which we trade as Butterworth Industries today.

Mission and Values

Excavate, Elevate, Empower

To grow as a civil excavation company, diversify and maintain a safe workforce within the construction industry. We strive to minimise our environmental impact and positively contribute to the wider community.

Safety

Develop and maintain safe work systems to ensure a strong culture and strive for Zero Harm.

Excellence

Consistently achieve results and maintain professionalism through high safety standards and environmental responsibility.

Diversity

Promote indigenous and gender equal employment opportunities and support professional development through upskilling and education.

Respect

We pride our workforce on respect for each other, our machines, and the lands on which we work.

People

Meet The Directors

Ryan Butterworth Director

Born in Hobart, Tasmania, Ryan completed his plumbing apprenticeship which laid a solid foundation for his career, his thirst for knowledge led him to explore the field of mining and excavation, ultimately landing him in Darwin, NT. Ryan’s hands-on approach and commitment to continuous growth are evident in his proactive efforts to build professional relationships with industry-leading companies. Highly respected for his dedication and knowledge within the industry, Ryan strengthens networks within the business community as a dynamic and forward-thinking professional.

Madelyn Farrington Director

Born in Katherine, Northern Territory, although a proud Quandamooka woman of Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island, QLD) where her heritage roots remain. Madelyn’s diverse background in mining, finance, and travel equips her with a unique perspective on business management. Her leadership role in the company demonstrates a commitment to providing quality civil services while also prioritising Aboriginal employment and economic participation in the region. This dual focus on business excellence and social responsibility reflects Madelyn’s strategic vision and dedication to making a positive impact in both the business world and the community.

Workforce

At Butterworth Industries we support workplace gender equality; providing equal employment opportunities, equal pay and equal access into the construction industry. We maintain a strong workforce with a mixture of local, intra-territory DIDO and Interstate FIFO workers. Our entire workforce holds relevant licenses, tickets and/or qualifications for their respective roles:

By verifying these credentials we mitigate risk to our clients, maintain a high standard of professionalism and demonstrate industry best practice.

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We Are Certified

Accreditations

We identify as an Aboriginal Business Enterprise and are apart of Supply Nation; the Australian leader in supplier diversity. Butterworth Industries is Supply Nation Certified, meaning we are 51% or more Aboriginal owned, managed and controlled.

We have our Contractors Accreditation Limited (CAL accreditation). This is the recognised and preferred (by NT Government) pre-qualification for contractors seeking work above the value of $100,000 in the Northern Territory.

We are registered with Industry Capability Network (ICN Gateway), Australia’s largest business networking platform.

We Support Community

Community Involvement

Experience Excellence, Choose Butterworth Industries

Contact us today and discover the unparalleled service that has made Butterworth Industries a trusted partner in the Katherine Region. Whether you’re seeking earthmoving solutions, labor hire, or specialised services, our team is ready to exceed your expectations. Let’s build success together – reach out now and experience the Butterworth Industries difference.