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Worker installing pipeline at KCGM Saline Dam

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TCD delivered a complete pump station and control infrastructure package for the Saline Dam 3 dewatering system at KCGM’s Super Pit operations in Kalgoorlie. The project integrated portable control buildings with high-capacity pump systems to manage saline water from mining operations.

Our team manufactured and installed custom portable control rooms, complete pump station infrastructure including manifolds and pipework, and integrated electrical and communications systems – delivering a turnkey solution for this critical water management facility.

Key Deliverables
  • Portable control room buildings – manufactured and installed
  • High-capacity pump station with multiple pump units
  • Stainless steel manifold and valve systems
  • Large-diameter pipeline infrastructure
  • Electrical and control system integration
  • Concrete foundations and civil works
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Client
Northern Star Resources / KCGM
Location
Kalgoorlie, WA
Project Duration
6 Months
Project Start
October 2025
Project Finish
Ongoing

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KCGM pump manifold and pipework
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KCGM pump station overview showing complete installation
Crane installing building at KCGM site
KCGM control room interior
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Carpark construction at Albemarle lithium plant

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Expansion of carparking facilities and civil works at Albemarle’s Kemerton site, supporting the growing workforce at the lithium processing facility.

TCD delivered comprehensive civil works including carpark construction, drainage systems, and site improvements while coordinating with ongoing plant operations.

Key Deliverables
  • NPI carpark extension
  • Civil minor works packages
  • Drainage and stormwater management
  • Kerbing and line marking
  • Landscaping and site improvements
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Client
Albemarle Corporation
Location
Kemerton, WA
Project Duration
6 Months
Project Start
July 2023
Project Finish
January 2024

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MDB concrete works at Albemarle electrical
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Road construction at Albemarle Kemerton

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Civil roadworks within the operational Kemerton lithium processing plant. TCD delivered internal access roads meeting heavy vehicle requirements while maintaining plant operations and coordinating with ongoing construction activities.

Our team worked within strict site safety protocols to construct durable roadways supporting the facility’s material handling and logistics requirements.

Key Deliverables
  • Internal access road construction
  • Heavy vehicle pavement design and construction
  • Integration with operational plant traffic management
  • Drainage infrastructure
  • Road signage and line marking
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Client
Albemarle Corporation
Location
Kemerton, WA
Project Duration
8 Months
Project Start
August 2022
Project Finish
March 2023

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Carpark construction at Albemarle lithium plant
Civil works in progress at Albemarle Kemerton
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Electrical infrastructure at Albemarle Kemerton

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TCD provided comprehensive mechanical and electrical support services at Albemarle’s Kemerton lithium hydroxide processing facility. Our scope included installation of cable tray systems, electrical conduit infrastructure, and mechanical equipment foundations supporting the plant’s critical processing operations.

Working within an operational industrial environment, our team delivered precision installation of main distribution board infrastructure, underground cable routing, and process equipment supports while maintaining strict safety and quality standards required for lithium processing facilities.

Key Deliverables
  • Electrical cable tray and conduit installation
  • Main distribution board infrastructure
  • Underground cable routing and trenching
  • Mechanical equipment foundations
  • Process pipe supports and structures
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Client
Albemarle Corporation
Location
Kemerton, WA
Project Duration
18 Months
Project Start
March 2022
Project Finish
August 2023

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MDB concrete works at Albemarle electrical
Road construction at Albemarle Kemerton
Carpark construction at Albemarle lithium plant
Civil works in progress at Albemarle Kemerton
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TCD project construction work in progress

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As part of Fortescue’s commitment to decarbonise its operations, new renewable green power electricity will be transmitted between sites using a dedicated 220KV overhead transmission network. TCD was contracted to undertake the major earthworks for access tracks, pads and substations to support this network between the Lamba Substation and Christmas Creek Mine.

Key Deliverables:
  • Vegetation clearing, grubbing, and stockpiling for 240 tracks and power pole pads over 120km
  • Construction of 2 new raised engineered embankment substation pads at Cloudbreak and Christmas Creek
  • Extensive borrow, cut and fill operations including grading, compaction, and final trim to design tolerances
  • Rail crossings, traffic management and operational integration measures

Works were delivered in close coordination with FMG stakeholders, minimising disruption to ongoing mine activities. Following successful completion, TCD was awarded a subsequent scope of comparable scale and complexity.

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Client
FMG
Location
Pilbara, WA
Project Duration
12 Months
Project Start
January 2025
Project Finish
December 2025

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Earthworks for Pilbara Transmission Project power infrastructure
Earthworks for Pilbara Transmission Project power infrastructure
TCD project construction work in progress
TCD project construction work in progress
Earthworks for Pilbara Transmission Project power infrastructure
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TCD project: Cloudbreak solar farm earthworks

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TCD was engaged to complete the bulk earthworks for the Cloudbreak Solar project, supporting the development of 197 MWdc of solar photovoltaic (PV) generation and large-scale battery storage.

Key Deliverables:
  • 350 hectares of clearing and grubbing
  • 125 hectares of final trimming works
  • Installation of 32 cable culverts
  • 25 kilometres of access tracks
  • 30,000 m³ of cut/fill
  • 13 kilometres of fencing

TCD actively coordinated with Fortescue to deliver the project on time, incorporating significant scope variations while managing interfaces with other contractors to ensure no delays onsite.

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Client
Fortescue
Location
Cloudbreak, WA
Project Duration
5 Months
Project Start
April 2025
Project Finish
August 2025

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Bulk earthworks at Cloudbreak Solar Farm for FMG
Bulk earthworks at Cloudbreak Solar Farm for FMG
Bulk earthworks at Cloudbreak Solar Farm for FMG
Bulk earthworks at Cloudbreak Solar Farm for FMG
Bulk earthworks at Cloudbreak Solar Farm for FMG
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TCD project: Hedland Junction Stage 4

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TCD was engaged by DevelopmentWA to carry out the Hedland Junction Stage 4 Subdivision Project in the Wedgefield industrial area of Port Hedland.

Key Deliverables:
  • Site facilities establishment and construction water infrastructure
  • Clearing and development of borrow pits for 240,000 m³ bulk earthworks cut to fill forming 8 new industrial lots
  • 1.2km extension of Hematite Drive through to the Great Northern Highway — road formation, primerseal, asphalt, cycle path, line-marking, road furniture and tie-ins
  • New drainage infrastructure — open drains, box culverts, reinforced concrete pipes and over 6,000 m² of concrete revetment mattress
  • New potable water, communications and electrical service installations including substations and lighting poles

Works completed under strict environmental and heritage monitoring requirements, including dust suppressant use and cultural monitors.

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Client
DevelopmentWA
Location
Port Hedland, WA
Project Duration
8 Months
Project Start
September 2023
Project Finish
April 2024

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Hedland Junction Stage 4 civil construction works
Hedland Junction Stage 4 civil construction works
Hedland Junction Stage 4 civil construction works
Hedland Junction Stage 4 civil construction works
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TCD project: Brockman 4 GNAM pipeline

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TCD was awarded the “GBO Water Security Program – B4-GNAM Pipeline Early Works” by Rio Tinto. The project involves the installation of HDPE piping, fittings, valves (ARV, SV), burial and hydrotesting between Brockman Syncline 4 (BS4), Brockman Syncline 1 (BS1), and Greater Nammuldi (GNAM).

Key Deliverables:
  • Separable Portion 1: Transport and installation of 6km DN710 PN20-25 RTIO-supplied pipe (various pressure ratings)
  • Separable Portion 2: Transport and installation of 14km DN710 PN10-16-20 RTIO-supplied pipe (various pressure ratings)

This project is part of Rio Tinto’s ongoing efforts to enhance water security and infrastructure.

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Client
Rio Tinto
Location
Pilbara, WA
Project Duration
8 Months
Project Start
September 2025
Project Finish
April 2026

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Pipeline construction at Brockman 4 GNAM project
Pipeline construction at Brockman 4 GNAM project
Pipeline construction at Brockman 4 GNAM project
Pipeline construction at Brockman 4 GNAM project
Pipeline construction at Brockman 4 GNAM project
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TCD were awarded the Broome North Wastewater Treatment Plant 80ML Storage Dam No. 2 works in June 2023, with an aggressive construction timeline requiring the bulk of the works to be completed ahead of the 2023 northwest wet season.

Key Deliverables:
  • 60,000 m³ of bulk and detailed cut to fill earthworks, imported compacted gravel crest and external embankment rock protection works
  • 35,000 m² of bituminous geomembrane (BGM) liner installation
  • 300 m³ of concrete spillways and BGM tie-ins
  • Supply, installation and commissioning of interconnecting pipework and valves between existing Storage Dam No. 1 and new Storage Dam No. 2
  • Supply and installation of 15 anchored egress nets
  • Installation of 3 specialist sonic drilled piezometer bore holes
  • Installation of concrete kerbing and perimeter security fencing
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Client
Water Corporation
Location
Broome, WA
Project Duration
5 Months
Project Start
July 2023
Project Finish
November 2023

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Broome North WWTP storage dam construction
Aerial drone view of TCD construction site
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Aerial drone view of TCD construction site
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TCD project: Batavia Coast Marina civil works

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TCD were engaged to deliver subdivision and streetscape works in the Geraldton town centre on a constrained brownfield site (former railway station). The works included complex traffic management, underground service installation and high-amenity landscaping to support the redevelopment of the precinct.

Key Deliverables:
  • Establishment and implementation of complex traffic management plans for construction works in the town centre
  • Excavation, placement and compaction of fill across the site, including removal and disposal of hazardous and deleterious material
  • Setting out and construction of subdivisional roads, footpaths, barriers, bollards and street signage
  • Underground services: water reticulation, stormwater drainage, irrigation mains, sewer connections, HV and LV power, NBN services and local government services
  • Irrigation and streetscaping works including 43 manicured garden beds, street furnishings and paving works
  • Delivery within a brownfield environment managing unknown services, heritage sites, and proximity to businesses and public
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Client
DevelopmentWA
Location
Geraldton, WA
Project Duration
8 Months
Project Start
May 2025
Project Finish
December 2025

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Civil and landscaping works at Batavia Coast Marina Geraldton
Civil and landscaping works at Batavia Coast Marina Geraldton
Civil and landscaping works at Batavia Coast Marina Geraldton
Civil and landscaping works at Batavia Coast Marina Geraldton
Civil and landscaping works at Batavia Coast Marina Geraldton
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