Flannery Plant Hire, in partnership with Signal Software, has been recognised for driving digital transformation in plant construction - winning the Digital Construction Excellence Award at the 2025 CN Specialists Awards.

This award highlights the growing role of technology in transforming traditional construction practices, demonstrating how digital solutions can deliver safer, more efficient and better-managed operations.

Digital Transformation at the Core of Plant Construction

At the heart of this achievement is the Signal Operator Rostering System, which has enabled Flannery to manage its entire workforce digitally. By integrating digital timesheets, safety checklists and automated compliance tracking, the system ensures that workforce management is efficient, transparent and audit-ready.

The platform also improves fatigue management, helping supervisors to plan shifts that minimise operator risk while maintaining productivity. Managers can quickly see who is available, qualified and fit for duty, reducing human error and boosting operational safety.

"Signal has significantly enhanced the way we manage our workforce. The platform provides full visibility across all sites, facilitates effective shift planning and ensures that our operators remain safe and supported. Receiving this award in partnership with Signal is a proud recognition of what can be achieved through the combination of advanced technology and strong collaboration.”

- Chelsey Whitney, COO, Flannery

AI-Driven Workforce Matching and Optimised Rostering

Signal’s platform goes beyond basic scheduling. Its AI-driven workforce matching automatically aligns operators with the right machines and attachments based on their competencies, certifications and previous experience. This ensures every site is staffed with the right people for the job, improving productivity and reducing downtime.

Meanwhile, optimised rostering and shift planning help managers handle complex projects across multiple sites with minimal administrative burden. The system automatically accounts for qualifications, site requirements and operator availability, allowing teams to focus on delivery rather than paperwork.

Real-Time Visibility and Data-Driven Decision Making

Signal provides live dashboards and automated reporting, giving managers and clients instant insight into workforce activity. From timesheets to compliance checks, real-time data enables informed decisions that improve efficiency, reduce risk and ensure operational standards are consistently met.

This transparency also strengthens client trust - showing that projects are staffed safely and efficiently and that operations are fully auditable at every stage.

Simplicity and Determination in Implementation

The judging panel at the CN Specialists Awards specifically praised Signal’s solution for its simplicity, noting that the platform’s intuitive design made adoption straightforward for Flannery’s teams. Combined with the dedication shown during implementation, it provided a clear example of innovation delivering tangible industry value.

A Partnership Driving Industry Change

The award recognises more than just technology; it highlights what’s possible when digital innovation meets industry expertise. The partnership between Signal and Flannery demonstrates how collaboration can reshape workforce management, enabling safer, smarter and more efficient plant construction.

As the construction industry continues to evolve, the Signal Operator Rostering System is setting the standard for digital excellence, operational efficiency and workforce optimisation - proving that technology, when applied strategically, can transform even the most complex operations.

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