Managing additional scope to ensure project success. Designing cable reticulation pathways to avoid service conflicts Addressing lead times on custom equipment. Overcoming wet weather delays and access restrictions.

LTI-free project delivery. Positive client feedback on outcomes.

CASE STUDY

Western Range Production Hub

The project was planned to sustain mine capacity at 25 Mtpa from 2023, providing a replacement high-grade ore source for deposits at Channar and Eastern Range expected to deplete by 2030.

Client & Department	SX5 Group
Location	Paraburdoo
Project Name	Western Range Production Hub
Value	4.3 Million
Date	December 2024
Project Duration	12 Months

Electrical installation works included the training room, administration building, toilets, ice room, BBQ Area, emergency services building, backup control room, 2 × 500 kVA generators, wastewater treatment plant and site-wide area lighting.

Project key Deliverables

Engineering and design including earth studies, max demand, lighting risk and hazard studies.
Installation of inground services for buildings, main/sub distribution boards and Biomax/WWTP systems.
Supply and installation of over 6,000 metres of power cabling across site.
Design and installation of Form 4 site main switchboard and distribution boards.
Installation of light poles with Dialight LED floodlights throughout.
Breezeway, pathway and external lighting installation.
Lighting lux level studies to meet Australian and site standards.
Fibre optic installation and commissioning of communications racks.
Custom backup control room using GenZ battery technology.
Fire reticulation, testing and commissioning.
Complexing of building modules.
Installation of additional UPS supplies to equipment racks.
Electrical commissioning using CCMS system.

Key Challenges

Managing additional scope to ensure project success.
Designing cable reticulation pathways to avoid service conflicts
Addressing lead times on custom equipment.
Overcoming wet weather delays and access restrictions.

The Weststate Advantage

Innovative solutions to overcome challenges.
Proficient in electrical and site standards for compliance.
Identified cost savings through diligent engineering.
Skilled team delivering quality workmanship.
Strong leadership and collaborative culture.

Other info

LTI-free project delivery.
Positive client feedback on outcomes.