Projects
The projects outlined below demonstrate our broad capabilities and technical expertise. By leveraging integrated systems, robust project controls, and industry best practices, we ensure seamless coordination and effective execution. Our commitment to partnership enables us to consistently deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety, reinforcing our reputation as a trusted ally in project delivery.
Paddington Project – Norton Gold Fields - Process Plants, Mining
Our director served as Planning & Project Controls Lead for the Refractory Ore Process Facility Project at Norton Gold Fields’ Paddington operation near Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, a major gold mining and processing centre with a life-of-mine exceeding 10 years and a processing hub at the Paddington Mill16. The project involved the construction of a new facility designed to process refractory ore, supporting Norton’s ongoing production and expansion goals.
The role encompassed establishing and managing the project’s control budget, developing detailed project controls plans, and leading the planning, scheduling, and cost management functions. He
set up robust cost reporting systems, guided the project controls team, and implemented integrated progress and performance reporting tools, including dashboards and QMR reports. The role supported contract administration, payment assessments, and risk analysis, ensuring accurate forecasting and transparent reporting.
Worsley Alumina - South32 Sustaining Capital Projects - Process Plants, Mining
Worsley Alumina features a major bauxite mine near Boddington and an alumina refinery at Worsley, with ore transported 50 km to the refinery by overland conveyor and finished alumina conveyed 55 km to the Port of Bunbury for export.
Our director supported South32’s sustaining capital works at both the Worsley Refinery and Perth head office, delivering a suite of project services including estimating, cost control, planning and scheduling, and document control. This involvement extended across the Pre-feasibility and Feasibility phases of multiple projects, where our director worked closely with study management to develop robust Class 2 Capital Estimates and delivery schedules to guide project execution.
Key projects included the Biological Oxalate Destruction, AMP Switchgear Replacement, MUD Washing, Coal to Gas (Stages 1, 2 & 3), Bauxite Residue Disposal Areas, Nullaga Haulage Road, Hotham North, and Steam Electrification initiatives. This work highlights our team’s hands-on experience managing complex, multidisciplinary capital projects in the resources sector, ensuring strong project controls and effective delivery at every stage.
FMG T155 Rail Infrastructure Expansion – FMG - Mining
As Project Controls Manager for the FMG T155 Rail Infrastructure Expansion, a major project aimed at increasing rail capacity for Fortescue Metals Group in the Pilbara. Our director was responsible for establishing and maintaining detailed engineering and design schedules, tracking key deliverables, and integrating these with contract and procurement milestones. He implemented earned value management, developed manpower and performance metrics, and produced regular progress and productivity reports to ensure design targets were met and any changes were costed, reviewed, and approved efficiently.
In the delivery phase, management of project controls across budgeting, cost reporting, commitments, and cashflow, while participating in tender reviews and contract awards. He streamlined change management processes, oversaw the development and maintenance of the master construction schedule, and ensured alignment between client and contractor programs. He also managed subcontractor reporting on safety, cost, and schedule, reviewed payment applications, and prepared EPCM progress invoices. His comprehensive reporting, including detailed month-end reports, provided clear oversight of EPCM and contractor performance, supporting the successful delivery of this critical rail infrastructure expansion.
Wheatstone LNG, Painting, Insulation & Fireproofing - Oil & Gas
As Project Controls Manager for the Wheatstone LNG OSBL Painting, Insulation & Fireproofing (PIF) project our director supported the construction team and interfacing with the client’s project controls group. He developed and maintained detailed Level 4 construction and workpack schedules, ensuring that planning, scheduling, and cost management processes were robust and aligned with project requirements. He implemented and updated project controls procedures, provided regular QMR reporting and trend analysis, and introduced field progress reporting tools to accurately capture installed quantities for weekly updates.
His responsibilities included managing and approving installation workpacks, overseeing labour unit allocations, and maintaining control accounts within the project database. Coordinated weekly and monthly performance reporting, covering narratives, S-curves, cost reports, and manpower histograms and managed payroll and change management processes. His work ensured clear, data-driven oversight of progress and performance, supporting effective decision-making and the successful delivery of this critical scope within the Wheatstone LNG project
South Flank – Ore Handling Plant (OHP) – BHP – Process Plants, Mining
Our director served as a Senior Contracts and Procurement Advisor on BHP’s South Flank Ore Handling Plant (OHP), part of the company’s US$3.6 billion investment to replace the Yandi mine and create one of the most advanced iron ore operations in the world. The project involved the construction of a large-scale ore handling facility, including crushers, overland conveyors, and interconnecting infrastructure to support 80 Mtpa production. Involved in leading procurement, materials management and contract administration activities across structural, mechanical, piping (SMP), electrical and instrumentation packages (E&I), ensuring head contractual alignment with BHP’s project delivery strategy and model. Scope covered tender strategy development, contract drafting, bid evaluation, and leading commercial negotiations with tier-one and specialist contractors. During execution, provided oversight of contractor performance, managed commercial interfaces with client and internal functions, and led the materials management function for the project.
During delivery, worked closely with site construction teams to ensure supply chain continuity, mitigate schedule risks, commercial accountability and material availability for construction work fronts. Through structured contractor governance processes and clear stakeholder communication, robust cost control, forecasting and risk management practices, his contribution was instrumental throughout the OHP delivery.
Beenyup Advanced Water Recycling Plant (AWRP) - Water Corporation - Infrastructure, Utilities
Our director was engaged as Senior Contracts & Procurement Advisor on the Beenyup Advanced Water Recycling Plant, a critical infrastructure project expanding Perth’s groundwater replenishment capacity. The project involved complex civil, mechanical, electrical, and process works in a brownfield environment with high regulatory oversight and environmental sensitivity.
He led several high value multi-discipline packages, ensuring alignment between scope, budget, and schedule through active engagement with contractors and internal stakeholders. He managed the review and
negotiation of contract variations, payment claims, and extensions of time, while managing pre-award procurement processes including tender evaluation, supplier onboarding, and schedule management via interface coordination with engineering and construction management teams.
He played a key role in risk identification and mitigation, ensuring commercial integrity and auditability in line with public sector expectations. His ability to balance contractual compliance with pragmatic delivery needs made him a trusted partner across project leadership, enabling smooth execution in a highly controlled operational setting.
FMG Christmas Creek OPF1 TPS Upgrade
Fortescue Metals Group (FMG) developed a new slurry pipeline system connecting OPF1 to the Flinders pits S27 and S28 at the Christmas Creek (CC) site in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Our engineering team was engaged by Alpha-Cru Slurry Engineering to undertake the detailed electrical and instrumentation (E&I) design for the new installation.
The scope included the complete E&I design of a new ring main unit (RMU), switch room and pumping station. This involved the preparation of detailed project drawings and modifications to existing design documentation to suit the updated system configuration. The team collaborated with multiple equipment vendors to identify and procure fit-forpurpose solutions for key E&I packages, including transformers, switch rooms, variable speed drives (VSDs), motor control centres (MCCs), instrumentation and process control system (PCS) hardware.
A suite of power system studies was performed to support a high voltage submission in accordance with Alinta Energy and FMG Utilities requirements. These included fault level analysis, arc flash assessment, harmonic studies, protection grading and earthing system design.
During the final stages of the project, our team provided technical E&I support to FMG’s construction and commissioning contractors. The new pumping station was successfully energised in late September 2023, replacing the existing pump station at OPF.
Yuri Phase 0 – Green Hydrogen Project
Also known as the Yuri Renewable Hydrogen to Ammonia Project, this landmark initiative involved the integration of a 10 MW electrolyser powered by 18 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) generation and supported by an 8 MW battery energy storage system. The system was designed to produce renewable hydrogen, which is then used to manufacture renewable ammonia for the adjacent Yara Pilbara Fertilisers plant in Karratha, Western Australia. The project received partial funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) and the WA Renewable Hydrogen Fund under the Western Australian Government’s Renewable Hydrogen Strategy.
In 2022, Aerison was awarded the fabrication of the main electrical switch room for this state-of-the-art project. Our engineering team was engaged to provide end-to-end expertise across electrical, instrumentation and controls (EIC) disciplines, encompassing owner and stakeholder interface, project management, construction oversight, pre-commissioning, testing, commissioning and final handover.
Acting as overall EIC project lead, the team provided hands-on leadership throughout the construction and commissioning phases. This included resolution of technical design issues, coordination with equipment suppliers and vendors, and leadership of the factory acceptance testing (FAT) conducted at Aerison’s workshop. Through active technical and commercial coordination, our team ensured the switch room was completed, fully tested and delivered to site in alignment with project