McLevie Accommodation Install
The McLevie accommodation project is located relative to Dalwallinu and will expand CBH’s operating capacity with new prefabricated buildings.
McLevie Accommodation install
Location: McLevie, WA
Client: CBH
Duration: 2 Months
Type: Accommodation Install
Facility Description: The McLevie accommodation project is located relative to Dalwallinu and expands CBH’s operating capacity with new prefabricated buildings. This site houses new SPQs, a Common Room, and a KDLU unit, transported from the CBH Gingin Transportable Building Storage Area.
Works Completed: HTS Constructions undertook the following works for the project:
Site Preparation: Preparation of existing ground with imported fill and compaction for building placement.
Building Installation: Setup of 12 SPQ rooms within three prefabricated four-bedroom buildings, one new prefabricated Common Room, and one prefabricated KDLU building.
Infrastructure: Construction of verandas, covered areas, non-slip concrete footpaths, and slabs. Installation of 1.8m high Colorbond fencing and ring lock style fences around the ATU sewer treatment system.
Utility Connections: Comprehensive civil, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and structural works associated with building installation.
Landscape and Access: Development of car parks, driveways, pedestrian pathways, and landscaped areas to meet DA requirements.
Miling Accommodation Install
The Miling accommodation project is situated approximately 200km northeast of Perth, at 18201 Great Northern Highway, Miling, WA 6575.
Miling Accommodation install
Location: Miling, WA
Client: CBH
Duration: 2 Months
Type: Accommodation Install
Facility Description: The Miling accommodation project is situated approximately 200km northeast of Perth. This CBH site consists of new prefabricated buildings similar to those at similar CBH sites. Buildings were transported from the CBH Gingin Transportable Building Storage Area.
Works Completed: HTS Constructions undertook the following works for the project:
Site Preparation: Preparation of existing ground with imported fill and compaction for building placement.
Building Installation: Setup of 12 SPQ rooms within three prefabricated four-bedroom buildings, one new prefabricated Common Room, and one prefabricated KDLU building.
Infrastructure: Construction of verandas, covered areas, non-slip concrete footpaths, and slabs. Installation of 1.8m high Colorbond fencing and ring lock style fences around the ATU sewer treatment system.
Utility Connections: Comprehensive civil, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and structural works associated with building installation.
Landscape and Access: Development of car parks, driveways, pedestrian pathways, and landscaped areas to meet DA requirements.
Crushing and Screening
This facility includes a mobile crushing and screening plant designed to process waste rock from the Callie Waste Dump into usable aggregate materials for various construction activities.
Crushing and screening operations
Location: Tanami Desert
Client: Newmont
Duration: Ongoing
Type: Process Crushing and Screening
Facility Description: The Crushing Operations facility at the Tanami Expansion 2 (TE2) project, located in the remote Tanami Desert of the Northern Territory, Australia, is essential for supporting the construction and ongoing operational needs of Newmont Tanami Operations. This facility includes a mobile crushing and screening plant designed to process waste rock from the Callie Waste Dump into usable aggregate materials for various construction activities. The plant ensures a reliable supply of materials while maintaining high standards of quality control and operational efficiency.
Works Completed: HTS Constructions undertook the following works for the Crushing Operations project:
Project Management:
Developed and implemented a comprehensive project management plan.
Coordinated planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure timely delivery of services.
Crushing and Screening Operations:
Executed the crushing program aligned with the Contractor's schedule, utilizing a mobile crushing circuit.
Crushed waste rock from the Callie Waste Dump using a jaw crusher.
Screened the crushed material to required specifications using a triple deck screen with various screen sizes (26-14mm, 9-14mm, 4-9mm, 7mm all in, and 4mm all in).
Recirculated larger material for further crushing using a cone crusher to achieve the desired size.
Blended and carted final crushed and screened material to end-use stockpiles.
Product Stockpiling, Blending, and Carting:
Managed the stockpiling of screened and crushed products in designated locations.
Conducted testing of individual stockpiles to determine optimal particle distribution for final blending.
Mixed and blended aggregates according to proposed ratios and Contractor Program requirements.
Ensured final compliance with Mix Design and Technical Specifications through comprehensive testing.
Borrow Pit Management:
Conducted site assessments, material winning, quality management, blending, and conditioning of materials from the borrow pit.
Ensured environmental compliance and rehabilitation of disturbed land according to site disturbance permits and legislation.
Maintenance and Quality Assurance:
Performed routine and major maintenance activities for the crushing circuit and mobile equipment.
Implemented preventative and corrective maintenance as per the approved Asset Management Strategy.
Conducted quality control and assurance activities to ensure all produced materials met project specifications.
Safety and Compliance:
Adhered to rigorous safety protocols, including risk assessments, safety management plans, and environmental management plans.
Complied with Newmont’s Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Standards and Australian Standards.
The comprehensive scope of services provided by HTS Constructions ensured the efficient operation and maintenance of the crushing plant, supporting the successful execution of the TE2 project and enhancing the overall operational capacity of Newmont Tanami Operations.
Water Treatment and Storage Facility
Supply and install the Water treatment and storage facility in the Tanami desert.
Tanami Water Treatment and Storage Facility
Location: NT, Tanami
Client: Newmont Gold
Duration: 4 Months
Type: Industrial construction
Facility Description: The Water Treatment and Distribution Facility at the Tanami Expansion Project 2 (TE 2) is designed to meet the increased operational demands and support the new village at Dead Bullock Soak (DBS) within Newmont Tanami Operations. Supplied with raw water from the Schist Hills borefields pipeline, the facility encompasses storage, processing, and pumping infrastructure to provide fire water, raw water, and potable water throughout DBS. This plant is vital for ensuring a reliable supply of treated water for various applications, essential to both the mining operations and the residential needs of the site.
Works Completed: HTS Constructions successfully constructed and commissioned the Water Treatment and Distribution Facility at DBS. The scope of work included:
Project Management: Implementing a Quality Management Plan, procuring materials, and coordinating with the Principal for regular verification and progressive approval.
Site Set-up: Establishing self-sufficient site facilities, including offices, crib rooms, and ablutions, as well as ensuring adequate power, water, and communications.
Construction: Mobilising plant, labour, and equipment, constructing the MCC kiosk platform, and installing structural elements, mechanical equipment, piping, electrical components, and instrumentation.
Commissioning: Comprehensive testing and commissioning of all systems, including functional testing, performance verification, and integration with the site’s SCADA system.
Quality Assurance: Ensuring all construction activities met the highest standards, including the supply and installation of equipment identification tags, survey verification, and thorough documentation of all quality records.
The facility now stands as a testament to HTS Constructions' capability to deliver complex industrial infrastructure, supporting the Tanami mine's expansion and operational efficiency
Water Treatment Facility
Design and Construction of the 2.1ML Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Facility in Nauru to supply the island with potable water
Nauru 2.1ML Reverse Osmosis
Location: Nauru
Client: MTC / Australian Govt / Gov of Nauru
Duration: 5 Months
Type: Industrial construction
Facility Description: The Nauru Desalination Plant, designed to enhance the water supply infrastructure on the island, is set to be installed near the existing 2.1 ML/day facility. This new plant will share critical services with the existing setup, including electrical supply, generator backup, seawater intake, waste return, and permeate storage and distribution systems. The plant aims to provide a reliable source of potable water by utilising advanced reverse osmosis (RO) technology to treat seawater, ensuring consistent water quality and supply for Nauru’s residents and industries.
Works Completed: HTS Constructions undertook a comprehensive design review and construction plan for the Nauru Desalination Plant. The scope of work included:
Design Review: Evaluated the existing design for gaps and proposed improvements, such as splitting the RO system into two trains for better redundancy and efficiency, and integrating anti-scaling measures.
Site Preparation: Established new seawater intake infrastructure, including three bores and a pumphouse, to ensure a steady and reliable supply of raw seawater to the plant.
Electrical Upgrades: Enhanced the electrical setup by confirming the capacity of the Main Switch Board (MSB) and ensuring sufficient backup power with a 500 kVA generator. This also included planning for efficient cabling routes and earthing designs.
Construction and Installation: Mobilised materials and equipment to construct the new RO plant, including pipe supports, chemical tanks, and cartridge filters. Ensured that the plant layout was optimised to reduce unnecessary piping and improve operational efficiency.
Safety and Compliance: Addressed safety in design issues by recommending the installation of access platforms for chemical tanks, safety showers, and bunded storage for chemicals. Ensured all work complied with relevant safety standards and procedures.
The project is geared towards significantly improving Nauru’s water treatment capacity, ensuring the delivery of high-quality potable water to support the island's needs.
Installation of Switchrooms
The DBS Switchrooms are an essential component of the Tanami Expansion 2 (TE2) project, located at Dead Bullock Soak (DBS) within the Newmont Tanami Operations
DBS Village Expansion - An additional 115 rooms added to the previously installed DBS Village
Location: Tanami Desert
Client: Newmont
Duration: 2 Months
Type: Modular and steel construction
Facility Description: The Main DBS Switchroom and 2 supporting Switchrooms are an essential component of the Tanami Expansion 2 (TE2) project, located at Dead Bullock Soak (DBS) within the Newmont Tanami Operations in the Northern Territory of Australia. This facility is designed to support the enhanced electrical infrastructure required for the expanded mining operations. The switchroom installation involves significant structural steelwork, platform construction, and modular building placement, ensuring the provision of reliable electrical distribution to the site.
Works Completed: HTS Constructions carried out the following works for the DBS Switchrooms project:
Project Management:
Developed and implemented a comprehensive project management plan.
Coordinated planning, scheduling, and the lift studies required for the installation.
Steel Installation:
Erected upright steel supports and bracing before the landing of the switchroom.
Grouted base plates after the switchroom was landed.
Modular Switchroom Building Installation:
Offloaded and placed the 3 modular Switchrooms into its final position.
Concrete Works:
Constructed concrete ring beams, foundations, pads for stair landings, platform columns, and gas cylinders.
Stair, Platform, and Handrail Installation:
Assembled and installed platforms and stair modules.
Installed handrails and grating.
Grouted base plates and applied touch-up paint where necessary.
Material Supply:
Supplied all fixings, sundries, and consumables as required.
Provided all rebar and formwork needed for the project.
Quality Assurance:
Approved Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and Inspection and Test Records (ITRs) prior to the commencement of works.
Used Hexagon Smart Completions for QAQC and structural certifications.
Ensured all checklists and certifications were completed and approved before finalising the project.
This project underscores HTS Constructions' proficiency in managing and executing complex structural installations, thereby supporting the operational needs of the expanded Tanami mine.
