Rheem Australia

Started in Australia in 1936, the company began by making drums before producing its first gas water heater in Sydney in 1939.

Transitioned to fully Australian ownership and became part of Paloma Co Ltd in 2001.

Market leader in water heating, offering gas, electric, solar, and heat

pump systems for homes and businesses.

Builds and supplies hot

water solutions for residential homes, commercial buildings, pools, and large

scale retrofit projects.

Typical projects include solar and heat

pump installations in homes, and commercial retrofits in CBD office towers and community facilities.

Integrates refrigeration and advanced control technologies to improve efficiency and user experience.

Evolved from one of Australia’s first local drum manufacturers into a high

tech water

heating specialist.

Operate with flexibility and nimbleness despite being a large business

Employ Australians and support Australian manufacturing

Engage employees in charitable activities every month

Collaborate with local suppliers (e.g. BlueScope) to support Australian industry

Form environmental committees staffed by front‑line employees to drive initiatives