Project description
The project involved the installation of a new conveyor belt, transfer station and large-scale modification of an old conveyor belt to allow the system to work. Doolee completed all bulk and detailed earthworks as well as form, reo, pour of the conveyor belt foundation footings.
Doolee undertook the SMP aspects of the project working closely with NSR and other mine stakeholders to ensure smooth completion and minimum disruption to Operations and Processing within the mine – delivering the works in tight shutdown period. The project started in May 2024 with completion in July 2024.
Scope inclusions
- Bulk and detailed earthworks
- Construction of conveyor belt footings
- Structural steel erection
- Dismantling and modification works of old conveyor belt
- Various mechanical install items such as weight meters, transfer chutes, belts, sensors, and sprinkler systems
- Commissioning of conveyor
Challenges & Highlights
Challenges
- Fast track programme
- Staging of works to meet shutdown timeframes
- Modification works due to design errors
Highlights
- Project delivered on time
- No disruption to gold concentrate ore production
- Well sequenced and delivered work
