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02 From the President 32 Events Mick Unger Women in Civil Breakfast Presidents Dinner 04 From the CEO Jeff Miller 36 Member Profiles

06 News 37 New Members

20 Project Profiles Curnow Group Cover picture: The North Quay Rail Terminal Stage 2 project, York Civil by York Civil for Fremantle Ports. See page 22 Above: Quinns Beach Coastal Protection Works, by Curnow 25 Industry & Training Awards Group for City of Wanneroo. See page 20.

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CCFCCF WA WA ONSITE ONSITE Autumn Spring 20142015 1 President’s Report Market challenges provide an opportunity

t was a pleasure to host the President’s Gala Dinner in February too busy to think about much else apart from getting the projects and to help present the CCF WA Industry and Training done and keeping our clients happy. Now, we have the time to focus Awards. on costs. In this more competitive market, there is an opportunity It was a great pleasure for me to present the night’s most to innovate. Now is the optimal, if not critical, time to invest time, Iprestigious honour, the President’s Award, to Spiro Georgiou, effort and resources into working smarter; being more innovative the founder of Georgiou Group. Spiro joins previous President’s and more agile. Award winners Greg Murphy, Mike Morris, Peter Rowles and Reg So it was fitting that we took time at the President’s Dinner to Toohey – all of them people who have made a selfless and sustained celebrate and acknowledge those businesses and individuals that contribution towards the betterment of the civil industry. have embraced change. Through their leadership, they are helping to Judging by the sustained and generous applause when his name “raise the bar” right across our industry. was announced on the night, it was clear there was widespread agreement that Spiro is a more than worthy addition to that honour Mick Unger roll. CCF WA President CCF WA’s other ‘big night’ on the events calendar, the Earth Awards, showcases the projects and infrastructure that we build, the inevitable challenges overcome and the successes achieved. The President’s Dinner is our turn to celebrate individual and organisational excellence. Getting the most from our people and our organisations is perhaps more important now than it ever has been. Many members are currently facing the challenges of a rapidly changing market, driven by a slowdown in resource-related construction leading to greater competition in other industry sectors such as roads and land development. But this doesn’t have to be wholly a bad thing. With the right mindset, we can treat the challenges thrown at us by today’s highly competitive market as opportunities to improve the performances of ourselves and our businesses. All of us are frustrated by government red tape, but I expect that many of us are hampered by our own red tape, in the form of unnecessary or duplicative policies and procedures that don’t add value to our businesses. In fact, a recent report prepared by Deloitte found that the cost to Australian businesses of administering and complying with government regulation, some $95 billion, was actually exceeded by the $155 billion cost of ‘self-imposed red tape’ – the rules and processes we inflict on ourselves. A tightening market creates the impetus to cut that red tape in our own businesses and to renew our focus on efficiency. Similarly, we have suffered chronic skills shortages that drove high turnover of labour and the need to import skills from overseas. Now, however, we have the opportunity to invest more in our people and give them opportunities to develop, without hiding behind the excuse that we’re “too busy to train”. In many ways, the paradigm has shifted from being time-driven to cost-driven. During the boom, we were

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Time for fresh thinking

CF WA welcomes the State Opposition’s reaffirmed unless the state government grasps its opportunity and builds more commitment to a 20-year infrastructure plan for infrastructure. Western Australia. So, with interest rates at historic lows and the state government We believe good policy should be acknowledged, no having access to funding at little more than the inflation rate, the Cmatter who proposes it. Labor’s infrastructure policy is aligned time is now to overcome our aversion to Government debt. with CCF WA’s on a number of key points including the need for The first step is to make this a bipartisan issue. Like a long-term, coordinated and fully transparent infrastructure plan infrastructure planning and provision, infrastructure funding overseen by an independent advisory body. needs to be de-politicised. We need political leaders with vision While opponents of “Infrastructure WA” have dismissed it who are willing to debunk the myth that any government debt is as planning for planning’s sake, the reality is that our state has undesirable. We need leaders who can persuade the public that a planning vacuum that desperately needs to be filled. Every there is no risk in taking on low-interest debt to build income- infrastructure dollar translates to increased productivity – but producing, productivity-lifting infrastructure; who can sell the idea if we pick the wrong projects, we’re wasting money and missing that borrowing to build is just good sense. opportunities for growth. Infrastructure provision needs to be timely, orderly, and based on rigorous cost-benefit analyses. Jeff Miller We would expect that if elected in 2017, Labor would make its CCF WA CEO policy a high priority, with a view to ensuring infrastructure is not politicised at subsequent elections. Infrastructure WA could also play a valuable role in examining innovative ways to fund infrastructure. The private sector is keen to get more involved, if the right mechanisms are put in place – not just traditional Private Public Partnerships, but truly innovative mechanisms such as the ‘inverted bid’ model proposed by Australia’s super funds. And thanks to current Federal Government incentives, asset recycling is an attractive option too. There’s another funding mechanism that we believe doesn’t get the attention it merits – funding infrastructure through debt. Last year I wrote in this column that the timing was ripe for governments to take advantage of the freed up capacity in the civil construction sector caused by the cooling of activity in resources-related construction. One year later, a great deal of that excess capacity is still on tap, ready to be harnessed and deliver value for money for governments. (According to a recent report in WA Business News, Treasurer Mike Nahan has acknowledged it is an opportune time to build infrastructure, with the government saving up to 20% on some projects due to bids being lower than projected.) Inevitably, however, that capacity will disappear

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Georgiou founder honoured

he founder of Western Australia- Georgiou was a worthy addition to the Engagement Award. based civil and building President’s Award honour roll. CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller said the Award construction company Georgiou “Georgiou Group is an acknowledged judges were once again unable to go past Group has been honoured with industry leader in every facet of its Brierty’s track record and continued TCCF WA’s President’s Award, presented at operations, with a sustained commitment commitment. the CCF WA President’s Gala Dinner and in areas such as training, safety and “Nearly 15% of Brierty’s direct workforce Industry & Training Awards held on Friday, Indigenous Engagement,” Mr Miller said. identifies as Aboriginal or Torres Strait February 20 at Crown Perth. “And none of it would have been possible Islanders, and the company’s Aboriginal The company founded by Spiro Georgiou without Spiro Georgiou’s hard work, vision Workforce participation rate jumps to in 1977 as Direct Drainage now employs and ability to bring people together to more than 18% when subcontractors and more than 800 staff across WA, Victoria, achieve ambitious goals.” joint ventures are included,” Mr Miller said. Queensland and New South Wales. “Impressive as they are, however, those Now led by Spiro’s son John, the numbers only tell half the story. Brierty’s company has grown to be one of Australia’s Three in a row commitment to Indigenous Engagement is leading building construction, engineering for Brierty company-wide and firmly embedded in its and property development organisations. culture. Spiro Georgiou joins previous President’s Civil construction company Brierty’s “And a glance at the goals outlined in Award winners Greg Murphy, Mike Morris, industry leadership in the field of Brierty’s 2014-16 Reconciliation Action Peter Rowles and Reg Toohey. Aboriginal engagement has been rewarded Plan shows it has no intention of resting on CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller said Mr with its third straight CCF WA Indigenous its laurels.”

6 CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 News Simex attached to AAS

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CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 7 News How to avoid FBT traps

Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) can be complex, frustrating and if done incorrectly, very costly. KPMG’s Steve O’Reilly outlines some tips and common errors to be aware of to ensure a smoother FBT season.

n the day to day running of that company for The 50/50 method and the Actual businesses, (large and small), we see audit as a result. method are most commonly used our clients and their bookkeepers As the burden to calculate any FBT liability on make a number of recurring, yet easily of any FBT entertainment. The 50/50 method is Irectifiable mistakes. liability lies with good for businesses with large employee Two of the most common benefits employers not entertainment expenses. You simply provided to employees subject to FBT are employees, it is claim 50% of all entertainment expenses. motor vehicles and entertainment. important for The Actual method is preferable if employers to entertainment expenses are mainly for Motor vehicles set and apply client entertainment and good records of If calculating car fringe benefit under the policies on expenses are kept. operating cost method, log books must be private use of Steve O’Reilly, KPMG. Depending on the method used, kept for a 12 week period, at a minimum of motor vehicles availability of tax deductions and GST every five years (more frequently if there is by employees, to ensure the commercial differs, as the table below explains. a significant change in private usage). vehicles exemption can be used. Some of the common errors we see If an employer’s car is kept overnight at If you’re thinking “the ATO will never include: an employee’s home, the car is considered know”, here are some key indicators they • Incorrectly claiming full GST credits available for personal use for two days, not look out for to be aware of: on entertainment when using the one, and therefore possibly subject to FBT • The employee does not have an 50/50 method; on both those days; and alternate vehicle for private travel; • Not including GST when assessing If an employee goes on holiday and an • The employee purchases fuel for items under the minor and employer’s car is garaged at their home or the vehicles at holiday destinations infrequent benefit exemption; in an airport car park, the car is considered (where they do not work); and • Claiming tax deductions on items available for private use for the entire time • The car is set up for private use (bike where the minor and infrequent the employee is away. In other words, even racks, baby seats or roof racks which exemption has been utilised (e.g. though the employee may be overseas and are not required for work). Christmas parties); and not utilising the car, it is still considered Do you fully understand how your • Including other entertainment available for private use. employees are using the company utility? expenses in meal entertainment Commercial vehicles exemption Find out or you may find yourself with an calculations (e.g. gift cards, tickets This is an FBT trap many employers fall unexpected FBT bill! to events) into without realising. Commercial vehicles Do any of the above points cause you any are not always exempt from FBT. Employee Entertainment concerns? If they have, feel free to give Steve use of commercial vehicles is only exempt if If you take some employees and clients out O’Reilly at KPMG Private Enterprise a call their private use of the vehicle is limited to: for dinner and a few beers, any hangover on 9278 2131 or email steveoreilly@kpmg. • Travel between home and work; can last a lot longer if you get the FBT com.au, and we would be happy to catch up • Travel incidental in the course of treatment wrong. The first consideration for a chat and make your FBT season a little duties of employment; and should be which calculation method to use. easier.  • Non-work related usage that is minor, infrequent and irregular. Minor and This last point is often misunderstood. FBT payable infrequent GST and income tax deduction Method There is little guidance issued by the on entexemption availability ATO on what is “minor, infrequent and available irregular” use. The occasional use of the Actual Employee (and Ye s Only on items FBT is paid vehicle to remove domestic rubbish is associates) on (therefore none for client one example offered by the ATO that entertainment entertainment) is considered “minor, infrequent and 50/50 50% of all No 50% GST claimable and deductible irregular”. (including There are instances of the ATO seeing client) a company utility being used for private entertainment purposes on a weekend and then targeting

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Artistic endeavour Wormall builds award-winning CCF WA Member Miniquip assisted development with the setting up and placement of the Cygnia Cove by Perth developer sculptures for the 11th Richard Noble has won the Residential annual Sculpture by Development Award at the 2015 Urban the Sea exhibition on Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) Cottesloe Beach in National Awards for Excellence. March. The civils on the development were Miniquip Business delivered by CCF WA member Wormall Manager Tim Kay said Civil. it was the company’s Cygnia Cove also won the prestigious second year helping with Environmental Excellence Award. the event. Congratulations to the team at Wormall “We had two 14 tonne Civil for contributing to the project. excavators and a 1.6 ton excavator over a period of three days setting up, working closely with the artists and the site manager,” Mr Kay said. “The job was all about being gentle with the artwork and listening closely to what the artists required. “Miniquip are proud to be supporting such a worthwhile and community orientated Richard Noble Managing Director Alex Gregg event and look forward with the UDIA National Environmental Excellence Award, one of two won by the Cygnia to assisting in the future.” Cove development.

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Efic helps with flexible finance he cyclical nature of the mining facility of $6.8 million, with working to assist Whittens to secure its involvement services industry and the large capital and equipment finance facilities on one of the largest resources projects contract sums involved requires supported by Whittens’ commercial banks. currently underway in Western Australia,” financing facilities that are Efic State Director for SME Leela Ms Hanson said. Tflexible enough to expand and contract Hanson said the combined funding “Our support for Whittens highlights based on each contract’s payment terms. package was instrumental in facilitating our commitment to subcontractors in Like many subcontractors, managing Whittens’ participation in the project. Western Australia looking to secure working capital has become a very “By being flexible in our approach and contracts in large projects like Roy Hill.” important part of Perth-based concrete working in collaboration with Whittens’ For more information, contact Efic on 1800 construction company Whittens’ business, traditional funding partners, we were able 093 724 or visit www.efic.gov.au with costs of raw materials and wages often needing to be covered before the first contract payment is received. As a private business, having access to a guarantee facility that’s not 100% cash collateralised greatly assists the company in optimising its working capital use and management across its portfolio of projects. Efic had previously provided Whittens with two performance bonds and two advance payment bonds to support its civil concrete construction at the Technical Aluminium Nitrate Burrup plant in Western Australia. In the lead up to the awarding of a major works subcontract on the Roy Hill Iron Ore Project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region, Whittens approached Efic with a view to complementing its traditional sources of guarantee funding. Efic provided Whittens with a bonding Efic State Director for SME Leela Hanson

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enior representatives from Main Other conference highlights include: • LandCorp Projects and Opportunities Roads WA, LandCorp, Water • Success with Management Systems – – with Stuart Nahajski, General Corporation and the Metropolitan A Contractor’s Journey, with panellists Manager Regional, LandCorp Redevelopment Authority will Stephen Hall (DM Civil), Stephen • Perth Freight Link Project Review, Soutline their 2015/16 capital works Pollard (All Earth Group) and Tristan with Mike Kapitola, Project Director, programs during a panel session at the Dudman (Civil Assist Australia) Main Roads WA. 2015 CCF WA State Conference on May discussing how to get the most out of • Interactive and practical workshop 15 at the Perth Convention and Exhibition integrated management systems. sessions on subjects such as successful Centre. • The Politics of Infrastructure – with tendering, R&D incentives, restitution CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller will moderate the former editor of the West Australian rights, fleet management, and mobile session, which will feature presentations by and broadcaster, Paul Murray. apps to boost productivity. Stephen Troughton (Main Roads), Fiona • Competing as a small business against For more information visit the conference Barclay (LandCorp), Mark Leathersich the Giants – an address by Industry webpage: www.ccfwa.com.au/ccf-wa-state- (Water Corporation) and Kieran Kinsella Luncheon special guest, Academy conference or contact Laura Wilson at (Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority). Award winner Adam Elliott. [email protected] Conference panellists include (left to right): Stephen Troughton, Main Roads; Fiona Barclay,LandCorp; Mark Leathersich, Water Corporation; and Kieran Kinsella, Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority.

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Scholarships for New transport women in civil The State Government is offering financial rules in force incentives to women undertaking construction traineeships and their A’s road transport ‘chain • There were no reasonable steps employers. of responsibility’ (CoR) they could have taken to prevent The $1.2 million scholarship program legislation has taken the breach; and has been launched to encourage women effect from April 27. The • There was no way they could into trade and industry areas with low Wnew rules mean that everyone along the reasonably be expected to know female participation. ‘chain’ – including packing and loading – about the breach. Up to 400 scholarships – over four may be liable if road laws are breached. Responsible parties within the transport years – to the value of $3000 each, will Main Roads WA, which enforces the and logistics chain must be satisfied their be available to women over the age of 18 CoR rules in WA, says the effect of the programs and compliance systems for who have left school and who undertake change is that anyone who has control in road transport are in place and adequately training at Certificate III level or above the transport chain can be held legally meet their obligations under the law in specified qualifications. Eligible accountable if by action, inaction or For more information visit the Main women undertaking an apprenticeship demand, they cause or contribute to road Roads WA information page. or traineeship will receive $1,000, with safety breaches. Everyone along the chain The National Transport Commission’s $2,000 provided as an incentive for of responsibility needs to demonstrate Load Restraint Guide contains detailed employers and to assist with training (within their own roles): information on how to ensure loads are costs. • They had taken all reasonable steps properly secured before leaving sites and The scholarship program is supported to prevent a breach; workshops. by the Construction Training Fund.

16 CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 News Workers’ comp rates to fall

ecommended workers’ in Western Australia. However, the positive depending on the type of work. The table compensation insurance rates impact of these factors is offset by rising shows a selection of premiums related to will decrease by an average average claim costs and longer duration civil construction. 4.7% in the next financial year. claims. The recommended minimum premium RWorkCover WA Chief Executive Officer The recommended premiums vary is $240, up from $235 in 2014/15. Michelle Reynolds said the average recommended Workers’ compensation recommended premium rates premium rate would fall to 1.483% of total wages for Recommended Premium (%) 2015/16, down from 1.556% of total wages for 2014/15. 2015/16 2014/15 Change Ms Reynolds said the Gravel and Sand Quarrying 1.88 2.24 -16% 2015/16 average rate is the lowest recorded in Western Road and Bridge Construction 1.81 1.69 +7% Australia, and continues an overall downward trend over Non-Building Construction n.e.c 1.32 1.36 -3% the past ten years. Ms Reynolds said the Site Preparation Services 2.13 2.23 -4% decrease in 2015/16 is largely due to a fall in claim numbers Landscaping Services 2.61 2.79 -6% and moderate wages growth News CCF WA STATE CONFERENCE KNOW YOUR BUSINESS GROW YOUR BUSINESS proudly supported by

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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EVENT Industry Panel: 2015-16 Asset Investment Programs Wirtgen opens Perth facility

irtgen Australia recently opened its new Western Australian headquarters, a state of the art $70 million facility in South Guildford. With a total area of 47,000 square metres, the facility W Stephen Troughton Fiona Barclay Mark Leathersich Kieran Kinsella includes an administration building, training facilities, Main Roads LandCorp Water Corporation Metropolitian Redevelopment parts warehouse, fully equipped workshop and service Authority infrastructure. The opening celebrations began with a cocktail reception Interactive Workshop Sessions on March 24 at Fraser’s, Kings Park. The following day, Wednesday March 25, guests gathered Welcome Breakfast: The Politics of Infrastructure at the new facility on Great Eastern Highway for the official opening, which was presided over by Wirtgen Group Managing Partner Stefan Wirtgen, who had travelled from Upcoming LandCorp Projects Germany for the event. Guests took the opportunity to explore the new facility, view live machine demonstrations and talk to the Wirtgen Project Review Session: Perth Freight Link team about the company’s extensive range of Road & Mineral Technologies products and services. Wirtgen Australia Managing Director Paul Hockridge Success with Management Systems – A Contractor’s Journey said the new facility demonstrated the company’s long-term commitment to WA’s road building and mineral technologies Industry Luncheon sectors. Stefan Wirtgen thanked the Wirtgen Australia team for all their hard work and Networking Sundowner said despite current market conditions, Wirtgen is supportive of its clients and TICKET PRICING will be working alongside them as the construction Full Day Attendance: Contractor $265.00 p/p, Associate: $295.00 p/p industry looks to grow, not decline through these Luncheon Only: Contractor $130.00 p/p, Associate: $150.00 p/p tougher times. Breakfast Only: Contractor $99.00 p/p, Associate: $110.00 p/p For more information contact Wirtgen Australia Sundowner Only: Contractor $55.00 p/p, Associate: $77.00 p/p on (08) 6279 2200 or email [email protected]. RESERVE YOUR PLACE NOW 18 CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 Please contact Laura on 9414 1486, [email protected] or www.ccfwa.com.au

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Contractor: Curnow Group Client: City of Wanneroo Duration: Feb – Oct 2014 Value: $2.78 million

Quinns Beach Coastal Protection Works

uinns Beach, 40 km north of Group in February 2014 and works began • Separable Portion 3 – Supply, delivery Perth, has long been subject immediately. and placement of approximately to storm erosion. A section The works were specified in three 20,000 cubic metres of sand to the of the beach near Fred Stubbs separable portions: area seaward of the car park located in QPark was severely eroded during major • Separable Portion 1 – Construction Quinns Beach. storms in September 2013. of a Geotextile Sand Container (GSC) Other works completed as variations The City of Wanneroo decided to revetment approximately 250m included drainage works, asphalt patch construct a revetment over a 280m section long and a rock armour revetment works and the maintenance of the groynes. of Quinns Beach between the southern approximately 50m long on Quinns Construction of the GSC revetment groyne and the artificial headland to the Beach, including bulk earthworks. proved to be the most challenging part of south, to prevent further erosion and to • Separable Portion 2 – Construction of the works. The harsh conditions during protect the park. a 5.9 m high limestone retaining wall the winter storms made the conditions The Quinns Beach Coastal Protection approximately 200 m long, including for Curnow Group personnel very Works contract was awarded to Curnow bulk earthworks. challenging. The site was prone to flooding from the sea at any time – and this happened on numerous occasions. Morale could be tested on site when hours of The eroded beach pictured before preparatory work was lost due to a storm the protection works surge, but the team coped admirably. A sea wall was constructed with three 30 ton excavators. The wall had to be maintained against the pounding waves for the duration of the daily works. The sea wall was washed away by the tide every night and the works started afresh every day. All water had to be pumped out to place the geotextile and the first layer of 2 to 5 ton rock armour as the toe to the revetment. Equipment and material, except the sand, had to be removed from the beach to higher ground every day. The existing sand on the beach and dunes was used to fill the bags and build temporary bunds. It was also used as backfill behind the retaining wall. All the sand was excavated and screened on the beach and stockpiled on the beach to be used for the filling of the bags. The sand excavated to place the bags had to fulfil two important purposes: firstly to protect the newly excavated toe, and secondly to be used for the filling of the sand bags at the hoppers. The filling of the bags was set up away from the waves and direct storm impact. The bags had to be filled with sand from the possibility of spills or any other the beach and placed/stockpiled on the environmental damage to the pristine beach. beach. As these bags weighed almost 5 tonnes The existing topsoil on the dune was when filled, the correct method to fill stripped back and stockpiled with a hydro and place the bags was important to mulch layer on top of the dune. This not only have a product adhering to the topsoil was again spread over the area specification, but also to prevent injuries where native plants was established and to personnel and damage to equipment. also for the reinstatement of the grassed The toe of the revetment was well under area on top of the limestone retaining wall. the seawater level and had to be perfectly The local community was closely clear of any sand and water to place the involved in the lead up to the project and geofabric, which formed an integrated during the construction phase. A site plan part of the revetment construction. was displayed in the local restaurant to Great care had to be taken not to keep the community informed on progress damage any of the placed geobags. This and the community used a Facebook page was a painstaking process, with only 40 to post photos of the progress and convey bags placed on a productive day. any other relevant information or news on The most challenging aspect of the rock the project. revetment construction was the top of toe In all, the project involved 2,321 tonnes that needed to be one metre under sea- of rock armour, 2,324 sand bags, 12,800 level, requiring an excavation of more 3 limestone blocks, 26,000 tonnes of beach meters and more under the sea-level, with sand and 6,831 native plants. waves pounding. City of Wanneroo Mayor Tracey Roberts As wind blew mostly inland the commented at the project’s completion: bare dunes posted a real sand and dust “Thinking back to the condition of the problem during windy times. Curnow beach this time last year after a series of Group erected a wind fence to solve this severe storms and constant erosion, it is problem. wonderful to see this project come full Great care had to be taken to avoid circle.” 

CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 21 Project Profile

North Quay Rail Terminal Stage 2

ational civil engineering and 1km of concrete U channel. pavement design proposed by York Civil, construction company, York York Civil’s project team faced a number by reducing the amount of asphalting Civil, recently completed the of challenges on the project. required and providing a more sustainable Stage 2 extension works at the The original terminal access road pavement solution. This new approach NNorth Quay Rail Terminal for Fremantle went directly through the centre of posed delays to construction of pavement Ports. The project comprised expansion the construction site, restricting the works as the team awaited subsequent new of the terminal from 400m to 690m with commencement of construction works. designs from the designers however, York the aim of increasing capacity to transport Rather than delay commencement, the Civil and Fremantle Ports worked together goods by rail and reducing truck traffic York Civil team developed detailed traffic to create an accelerated construction to and from the port by improving access staging plans for implementation in parallel program which minimised impacts on for container transfer on and off of cargo with construction staging, facilitating the project timelines. trains. movement of the extensive volumes of Additionally, a major element of the Works required 55,000 sq.m of paving, traffic by incrementally diverting traffic works involved the demolition of a building and extension of four rail tracks within the to newly constructed portions of road comprising more than 25,000 sq.m of terminal. The new rail system comprised as they were finished, effectively moving asbestos roofing. In order to manage these 2.3km of rail and surrounding heavy duty traffic around the site rather than through works safely with minimal impact on the pavements, enabling longer trains to enter it. Through active liaison with terminal already accelerated program, an innovative the port and containers to be transported operators, York Civil was able to ensure solution was implemented whereby PVA between the rail terminal and adjacent traffic flows remained unhindered and glue was sprayed onto both the outside and berths in a more economical manner. construction works were able to proceed. inside of the roofing, thereby preventing Project works included: Live rail and a fully operational terminal airborne asbestos particles entering the » Demolition and disposal of existing for the duration of the project posed atmosphere during dismantling works. infrastructure their own challenges for the project team, A proactive community and stakeholder » Excavation and removal of existing requiring extensive safety and traffic engagement strategy targeted at the pavement layers management processes. By working with all terminal’s operational workforce and » Preparation, conditioning and terminal stakeholders, York Civil was able the larger community also resulted in compaction of the underlying subgrade to manage the staging such that it enabled an absence of complaints during the » Construction of a heavy duty construction works to continue with demolition process. pavement within the extended rail terminal minimal interruption to the terminal, all New programming opportunities were » Extension of the rail tracks within the the while ensuring the safety of site workers also identified to complete all rail tie-in terminal, and and terminal users. works during one scheduled rail shutdown, » Installation of stormwater drainage Cost savings for Fremantle Ports negating the need for the second scheduled systems within the terminal including over were also realised through an optimised shutdown, further minimising impact of

22 CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 construction on terminal operations. York Civil achieved this by rescheduling works around the Easter long weekend, when the facility was closed. Comprehensive programming and construction staging by York Civil’s project team ensured each challenge on the North Quay Rail Terminal Stage 2 project was safely managed whilst allowing the project team to meet milestones and delivery dates.  York Civil Pty Ltd is a privately owned company offering complete engineering, construction and project management services to the Australian civil and building industries. Founded 25 years ago, York Civil has offices in Western Australia, South Australia, New South Wales and Queensland and more than 500 plant and equipment, enabling the company to self-perform the majority of works on projects.

Contractor: York Civil Client: Fremantle Ports Duration: Aug 2013 – May 2014 Value: $27 million

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2015 CCF WA Industry Awards CCF WA’s Industry Awards, announced at the President’s Gala Dinner, recognise individual and corporate excellence in safety, Indigenous development and other fields.

Individual Safety Award winner – Tristan Dudman Tristan Dudman began with Civil Assist Australia 2 years ago and in that short span of time he has been given the responsibility of overseeing the water treatment and environmental division. Tristan showed exceptional initiative, approaching management with his vision of improving the company’s safety performance. Upon completion of his Diploma of WHS, an “action plan” was devised with a clear scope and purpose in mind. It was clear that Tristan was focused on the implementation of something beyond the necessary “documenting a health and safety plan because every business needs it” procedure. His approach was based on treating safety procedures as a vital necessity rather than ‘red tape’. As a result of Tristan’s commitment to safety, all Pictured left to right: CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller, Tristan employees at Civil Assist Australia now take the time to think beyond Dudman; CCF WA President Mick Unger. their personal wellbeing to the wellbeing of their work mates.

Workplace Health & Safety Award winner – DM Civil DM Civil recognises the importance of OHS as an integral part of its operations. DM Civil achieved AS/NZS 4801:2001 certification in 2007 and has maintained this accreditation without a single non-conformance report being raised. DM Civil has recently established three Core Principles: Diverse, Motivated and Committed. One key aspect of operations that DM Civil is committed to is safety, and a positive safety culture. The SEQ Department has a constructive relationship with all levels of the company, from management to site. This facilitates greater understanding of safety systems and processes across the workforce. Project management and the SEQ Department are always available to Pictured left to right: CCF WA President Mick Unger, DM provide support. DM Civil is committed to the mantra of “continual Civil’s Bruce Shaw; HSA’s Don Rigden. improvement” and believes it can always further develop its systems to ensure they meet the needs of employees and clients.

Indigenous Development Award winner – Brierty Brierty is a recognised leader in Aboriginal workforce participation and engagement, consistently demonstrating its commitment to increasing Aboriginal workforce participation and implementing effective and culturally appropriate engagement initiatives across the company. It has consistently achieved positive results, through strong engagement with Aboriginal employees, and developed a model to engage a significant number of Aboriginal- owned businesses to build capacity in their businesses and communities. While active in the area of Aboriginal participation in the workforce for over a decade, Brierty developed and implemented its inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) in 2013. In 2014, Brierty has developed its next RAP to cover the period 2014-16. This RAP is highly innovative Pictured left to right: CCF CEO Jeff Miller; Brierty’s Christine Sindely; CCF WA President Mick Unger and will provide many opportunities and challenges. The foundation of Brierty’s Aboriginal Engagement is being a strong, committed supporter of reconciliation and the need to have an effective and innovative RAP.

CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 25 Industry & Training Awards

Women in Civil Award – Belinda Shepherd Belinda Shepherd works in a voluntary capacity with CCF WA coordinating the Women in Civil program. Belinda felt CCF WA was doing a great job representing the industry and she wanted to be able to give back to an industry that had served her for so long. Belinda was instrumental in forming a Women in Civil steering committee, which meets three or four times a year. In her own time and at her own expense, Belinda meets with ladies for coffee and chats about what they require from the program and has also been able, due to her many years’ experience in the civil construction industry, to offer advice. Belinda’s energy and passion has been a major factor in the steady growth of the Women in Civil program. Left to right: CCF WA President Mick Unger; Women in Civil winner Belinda Shepherd; AWX’s Grant Thomas

Future Leader Award – Luke Horsley During his five year career with Underground Services, Luke Horsley has demonstrated the leadership skills the company looks for, and has quickly progressed from trainee Drilling Operator to Project Supervisor. Luke has taken on the senior role with ease and continues to further develop his knowledge and skills. Luke’s consistently high level of quality in his work and in his education is a reflection of his commitment and his drive. Safety on each site has improved, production rates have improved and the confidence of the entire site crew is lifted. Luke continually seeks ways of improving work practices within the civil industry. He motivates his workers to do the same by driving home that there can always be a more efficient way of Left to right: CCF WA President Mick Unger; Future Leader doing things, or improvements to safety, even ways of reducing costs. Luke Horsley; DBYD’s Kim Rushton.

President’s Award – Spiro Georgiou

Spiro Georgiou founded Direct Drainage in 1977 after more than 17 years in the plumbing industry. As the company continued to grow in size and capability, he founded Roadpave Australia in 1991. One year later, Geocrete was founded, specialising in the manufacture of precast concrete, intrinsically linking the three businesses which worked hand-in-hand to offer clients the full service. In 1998 Spiro and his son John Georgiou combined the three companies and their capabilities to form Georgiou Group. Under Spiro’s guidance and the leadership of John, the company is now one of Australia’s leading building construction, engineering and property development organisations with more than 800 staff across WA, Victoria, Queensland and NSW. Although no longer holding an internal managerial position within the company, Spiro remains an active participant of the Left to right: CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller; Spiro Georgiou; and Georgiou Group team. As Company Director and with more CCF WA President Mick Unger. than 54 years of experience, Spiro provides guidance as an active member of the company’s Advisory Board.

26 CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 Industry & Training Awards 2015 CCF WA Training Awards The highest achievers in civil construction training for 2014 were honoured at the CCF WA Training Awards, announced at the President’s Gala Dinner.

Certificate II Trainee of the Year – Kurtis t’ Hart

Kurtis t’ Hart is a Labourer at Tracc Civil. Since completing his Certificate II in Civil Construction, Kurtis’ OHS practices have increased immensely. He demonstrates a commitment to OHS procedures and supports Tracc’s AS4801 certification. Kurtis showed commitment to his traineeship and completed his qualification in less than the allotted time. He always made time to engage with the Civil Train trainer on site, even attending the CCF WA Skill Centre in his own time when he was unable to see the trainer due to work commitments or annual leave. Kurtis is now embarking on a Cert II Plant Operations and is expected to become an even more valuable member of the Tracc team. Left to right: CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller; Certificate II Trainee of the Year Kurtis t’ Hart; CCF WA President Mick Unger.

Certificate III Trainee of the Year – Andrew Fisher

Andrew Fisher works for Georgiou Group as a Dump Truck Operator. Andrew works hard to better himself and is constantly challenging himself to learn. He completes all traineeship assessments to a high standard and well ahead of schedule, spending his spare time completing the theory when necessary. During the theory sessions on site, Andrew works with his team mates who are also undertaking the same traineeship, encouraging them to participate, giving support to those who struggle with literacy, language and numeracy while offering advice to the many that ask. Andrew actively participates in the creation of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) on site and encourages the involvement of his team. He is proactive at bringing safety issues to the attention of his supervisor and identifies ways to minimise the risk of hazards. Left to right: CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller; Certificate III Trainee of the Year Andrew Fisher; CTF’s Ian Hill.

Certificate IV Trainee of the Year – Justin Hanley

Justin Hanley is a Supervisor at DM Civil and completed his Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision during 2014. At 23 years of age and with only five years in the industry, Justin has overseen a large crew of sometimes up to 20 employees and subcontractors. Strong morale, productivity and client satisfaction across site is a credit to him. Justin builds strong, trusting relationships with local authority personnel, the public, consultants and clients. Justin has always been safety conscious and encourages his team to understand DM Civil’s SEQ systems and procedures. He is committed to the company’s continual improvement philosophy and puts forward suggestions for improving safe work methods across his site. Justin has a real passion for pipelaying and has Left to right: CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller; Certificate IV Trainee of excelled at developing up to four drainers and offsiders throughout the the Year Justin Hanley; CTF’s Ian Hill. year.

CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 27 Industry & Training Awards

Indigenous Trainee of the Year – Nathaniel McGuire

Nathaniel McGuire is a Labourer with Underground Services. Nathaniel was enrolled in CCF WA’s Civil Start Program to introduce him to the basics of being a construction worker. From there he enrolled into the Certificate III in Plant Operations. As a result of his traineeship, Nathaniel has been able to move into a skilled remote role, where he is involved with the installation of pit and pipe. His managers have nothing but praise for the quality of his work. Nathaniel can be relied upon to complete all required safety documentation, follow all site safety procedures and policies, and keep an alert watch out for his fellow team members. Many new employees look to Nathaniel as a role model. He takes the time to explain processes and policies to new personnel, helping them integrate into the workforce. Left to right: CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller; Indigenous Trainee of the Year Nathaniel McGuire; Ledge Finance’s Brad Spencer

Training Employer of the Year – Wormall Civil

Two Wormall Civil employees are currently completing a Cert IV in Civil Construction Supervision while a further six have recently completed traineeships. Trainees are provided with on the job opportunities to learn and develop their skills. They work alongside seasoned mentors and are afforded the time they need to complete assessments during working hours (depending on project work load). The Civil Train traineeship program has helped to sharpen the skills, knowledge and safety awareness of Wormall’s future leaders by giving them a strong foundation on which to develop and hone the skills learnt. The company believes that traineeships not only give employees the knowledge they need, it also helps to build their Left to right: CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller; Peter Thomas from confidence and turns them into more effective leaders. Wormall Civil; DBYD’s Kim Rushton.

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Member Feature – BYAC

BYAC Contracting

BYAC COMMERCIAL OPERATION commencing the journey to become purchased 9 houses for affordable housing In this current economic climate where a registered training organisation, to for indigenous families to rent while recently we have seen the mining industry become a state trainer. This will help meet working in the Goldfields. boom on the decline and job availability a demand for industry and also support Just recently BYAC and the Red Cross decreasing, BYAC group has had to look government initiatives to help train have entered into a long-term arrangement at its current capability and review areas indigenous people. to develop and manage a short stay where there is a need to diversify in its General Manager, Candy Spalding is facility for indigenous people visiting or operations. leading this new restructure of BYAC and passing through Laverton on their way to BYAC Contracting Pty Ltd (Contracting) is looking to expand into other initiatives Kalgoorlie or beyond for medical treatment has been providing quality blue collar such as waste water management, through or personal business. The provision of the shutdown workers for past two decades, a new partnership with Eloy Water, a facility will resolve some social, health and primarily through its waste management Belgian manufacturer providing leading environmental issues in and around the and labour supply agreement at edge, patented technology for ATU tank Laverton town site. Glencore’s Murrin Murrin nickel mine. storage. Contracting will be providing CEO, Quinton Tucker and the Tucker All profits earned are reinvested into the initial installation and ongoing family have always had a passion for the infrastructure and social initiatives maintenance of these units, initially in WA driving education and training. The Tucker driven by the Burnna Yurrul Aboriginal and hopefully there will be opportunity to family were the founding members of the Corporation. work with Eloy in other states. CAPS (Christian Aboriginal Parented Over the last twelve months, Contracting School) in Coolgardie and Esperance and has been increasing the scope of its labour BYAC SOCIAL OPERATIONS members of the Tucker family still hold key capability to not only supply TA’s Sentry/ BYAC Group has faced many tough positions on these boards. Operators, but now supply scaffolders, challenges since its incorporation in 1992, In 2014, BYAC worked in partnership doggers, riggers and boilermakers etc. whereby it established Burnna Yurrul with CCF to provide quality candidates This has strengthened the scope of labour Aboriginal Corporation (BYAC), 100% for CCF’s Civil Start program. BYAC to support Contracting as it qualified as indigenous owned and not for profit, the conducted the initial pre-screening and preferred supplier on the INPEX project in social arm of the BYAC group. In 1993 it pre-employment courses required, prior Darwin, to supply permanent recruitment for the Northern Territory, LNG project Ichthys. Most of these roles will not become available until 2016. Recently Contracting relaunched at an event, presenting to industry leaders at Central Park in the hub of Perth city. This launch was in line with the newly designed BYAC website. Due to demand for blue collar trade training, in the South East, Contracting has made use of a training shed on its premises in South Guildford and has a purpose built facility to do auspice core training units e.g. Working at Heights, Confined Space, EWP and Forklift. Other units that have just been recently added through its relationship with local and regional RTOs are gas testing and traffic management. A fully furnished computer training room where site inductions and white card are also completed is readily available for hire and scope in the future to also use this to run Microsoft driven courses. Next month Contracting will be BYAC CEO Quinton Tucker (left) and General Manager Candy Spalding

30 CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 Civil Start graduates through building relationships with large corporations in the oil & gas, mining and civil construction sectors. BYAC’s main vision is to empower individuals by providing opportunities through training and employment. It is also BYAC’s further goal to break through the paternalistic welfare cycle for aboriginal people by providing long-term sustainable employment, leading to home ownership for future generations.

to all sixty candidates completing a BYAC is committed to building Certificate II in Civil Construction. BYAC relationships in government and the private then worked with the graduates providing sector to create more opportunities for mentoring and support for the candidates aboriginal people through the various for 6 months, when they were employed ventures. with WA construction giant BGC through For the future, BYAC as a whole the modular division and across some of is looking to increase employment their smaller residential developments. opportunities for indigenous people

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CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 31 Women in Civil Breakfast

To celebrate International Women’s Day, the CCFWA Women in Civil Committee held a breakfast on the 10th March at the Old Brewery. Attendees heard from three inspirational special guest speakers – the Hon Liza Harvey MLA, Rechelle Hawkes OAM and Sharon Warburton. All three ladies emphasised the importance of hard work, determination and multi-tasking to achieve your goals. The event was proudly supported by CCF WA’s Women in Civil Partners – Arthur J Gallagher and AWX.

32 CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 Clockwise from far left: The Hon Liza Harvey MLA addressing the guests; James Johnson and Diane Talbot from Trenchless Utilities; Special guests Rechelle Hawkes OAM , The Hon Liza Harvey and Sharon Warburton; Guests enjoying breakfast; CCF WA CEO Jeff Miller with Rechelle Hawkes and CCF WA President Mick Unger; the ladies from Final Trim Operators and WA Limestone enjoying the breakfast; Ralph Dawson, Elaine McGrath and Alan Davis from the Construction Training Fund; John and Belinda Shepherd from National Grid Link; Valmec guests Brett Huth, Amanda Haywards and Liz Keegan.

CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 33 President’s Gala Dinner

capacity crowd of more than 450 gathered at the Grand Ballroom, Crown Perth on February 20 for the 2015 President’s Gala Dinner and the presentation of the annual CCF WA Industry and ATraining Awards (see pages 27-30). Special guest Kevin Sheedy entertained attendees with his quirky reflections on a legendary career playing and coaching in the VFL/AFL. CCF WA thanks major sponsors Ledge and Final Trim Operators and supporting sponsors AWX, Construction Training Fund, Dial Before You Dig, Health Surveillance Australia, Lavan Legal and Wirtgen Australia.

Clockwise from top left: Joe and Anne Tropiano and Tony and Grace Giovenco from StoneCivil; Special Guest Kevin Sheedy; the staff from DM Civil; Marc Fernandes from Wirtgen Australia with Timothy Colcutt from HHG Legal Group; Civil Assist Staff; Ledge guests Stewart Kerr, Natalie Spencer and Liz Lumsden; Georgiou Group staff; Final Trim Operators’ Thomas Dunne; Guests from Civil Assist enjoying pre-dinner drinks; Erica Haworth, Andrew Clarke, Malcolm Pollard and Bella Wilkinson from Arthur J. Gallagher; Guests from Final Trim Operators; Luke Horsley and Tomas Balnaitis from Underground Services; Liz Reilly of Reilly Contractors with the signed Kevin Sheedy football. 34 CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015

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36 CCF WA ONSITE Autumn 2015 Onsite CCF WA welcomes new members

CONTRACTOR MEMBERS Keneric Equipment 62 Prestige Parade Wangara WA 6065 Busselton Civil & Plant Contact: James Aulin 19 Cable Sands Road Ph: 0499 990 719 Yalyalup WA 6280 [email protected] Contact: Kyle Jackson www.kenericgroup.com.au Ph: (08) 9752 1000 [email protected] ______Wirtgen Woodstock Civil & Drainage Lot 2, Great Eastern Highway 23 Furniss Road South Guildford WA 6021 Landsdale WA 6065 Contact: Marc Fernandes Contact: Phil Clarke Ph: (08) 6279 2200 Ph: (08) 9302 5111 [email protected] [email protected] www.wirtgen-aust.com.au ______Highways Traffic 98 Radium Street The CCF is the civil construction industry’s peak Welshpool WA 6106 body, representing all civil contractors and industry Contact: Jim Capelli suppliers. Contact Julie Luci on 08 9414 1486 Ph: (08) 9330 4937 to find out how membership can benefit your [email protected] company. www.highwaystraffic.com.au ______

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