New RAA Corporate Office – 150 Grenfell Street, Adelaide

31 May 2024

MLEI Consulting Engineers are proud to have provided critical Structural and Civil Engineering for the RAA’s new corporate premises for at 150 Grenfell Street, Adelaide. The 9300m3 new office tower was seamlessly integrated from two buildings into one, with two new floors, a central lift shaft, and a stunning curtain wall façade. Innovations include highest ESG design principles, and it may be the first upfront carbon-neutral certified office building in South Australia.

MLEI Managing Director Ben Rice reflected on the engineering outcome, “This project was a culmination of combining sustainable structural design practice through re-use and justification of existing structure and practical design. From detailed analysis of existing foundations to full earthquake building upgrade the project required careful review of all elements. We thank all our project partners for their unwavering dedication.”

 

Client                    Kambitsis Group
Architect              Cheesman Architects
Engineering         MLEI Consulting Engineers
Services                Bestec
Builder                  Built Environs

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JACOBUS KRITZINGER

Associate | Bridge Technical Lead

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Registetered Professional Engineer of Queensland.

Jacobus joined MLEI Bridge Engineering in 2023 as Bridge Engineer with experience in designing concrete structures, including bridge super- and sub-structures, major culverts and soil-retaining structures. Experience includes analysis and design of pre-and post-tensioned bridge deck members (Spine, voided slab and beam and slab decks).

He started his career at AECOM South-Africa in 2016 after completing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering in 2015. Forming part of the Highways and Bridges Market Sector in Cape Town, South Africa. Jacobus played a critical part in delivering New Build and Rehabilitation projects for AECOM as a Bridge Engineer, responsible for design and analysis of various types of bridges and other structures.

Other experience include project management, financial management of projects, liaising with clients, handling requests for information/approval for projects under construction, assisting with project execution planning (resource management) and assisting with the tendering process for new project opportunities. Site experience gained includes conducting reinforcement inspections, concrete inspections, and post-tensioning on-site reviews.

FILIP TOMCZAK

Bridge Manager

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil & Structural
  • Chartered Professional Engineer – Australia, New Zealand
  • Registetered Professional Engineer of Queensland.

Filip has over 22 years’ experience in bridge engineering – including design, assessments, investigations, construction, project management, and technical coordination. His strong technical expertise is supported by practical application of design in construction and awareness of whole-of-life costing and maintenance of structures.

Filip’s expertise extends to technical rehabilitation aspects, including the durability and strengthening of bridges. He has a detailed understanding of the complex engineering principles involved in rehabilitating aging infrastructure, and he has successfully managed the rehabilitation of various bridge types. He is skilled in optioneering, independent verification, bridge rehabilitation design,

Filip particularly enjoys the conceptual stage of the projects and finding engineering solutions that overcome buildability challenges and deliver value for money and sustainable design outcomes. Filip arrived in Australia in January 2023, and his project experience includes Australian projects as well as international projects across New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Poland, and Vietnam.

RYAN THYER

Associate | Structural Manager |
Senior Structural Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil & Structural
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Certificate IV in Project Management Practice.

Ryan is a Chartered Senior Structural Engineer with over 16 years’ experience within the engineering profession. Ryan graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural) in 2008 from the University of South Australia and gained experience within various sectors of structural engineering and project management.

Ryan has experience within multiple sectors including commercial buildings, major civil infrastructure, industrial, bulk handling and remedial projects.

Ryan’s sound understanding of construction processes allow for innovative and cost-effective solutions to be developed for the client. Responsibilities have varied from feasibility studies, detailed design, construction supervision, condition assessments, remediation and project management.

JIM NAYLER

Director | Senior Civil Engineer
Bachelor of Engineering, Civil
Chartered Professional Engineer
Engineering Executive.

Jim has over 30 years’ experience in engineering management, team development/leadership and project delivery capability. Jim has a proven track record and has provided positive contributions to many successful South Australian and National projects in the built environment, defence, infrastructure and industrial sectors. Since joining MLEI as a Director in 2022, Jim has contributed towards its success.

Jim has held numerous engineering management roles coupled with active involvement in project delivery and oversight. Responsibilities include establishing the local market sector strategy & planning, growing, developing and maintaining engineering teams, local and national customer relationships, the execution of contracted obligations to meet the customer and the market sectors objectives and achievement of revenue, backlog, job income and operating income for the location.

HARRY PHO

Associate | Senior Civil Engineer
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil, Structural, Enviromental)
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng)
APEC Engineer Register (APEC)
International Professional Engineers Agreement (IPEA).

Harry has more than 10 years’ Civil Engineering experience and is an expert in stormwater design and flood analysis. He is a Senior Engineer and an Associate with the MLEI Group and is MLEI’s lead engineer on civil projects. He joined MLEI in September 2014 and has since worked on several high-profile developments.

Harry has extensive experience with high-profile developments, major urban subdivision projects, rural drainage projects, government network strategy for future planning transport network and development planning approvals. On subdivision projects, he works closely with the developers and is regularly involved in superintendency.

Harry is a natural mentor and enjoys coaching graduate engineers in his team to develop their skills. He excels at team building and has a closeknit team that communicates and works very well together to produce quality project deliverables.

CHRIS O'CALLAGHAN

Associate Director | General Manager VIC |
Senior Structural Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil & Architectural
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Registered Professional Engineer Queensland
  • Registered Building Practitioner VIC
  • Registered Building Practitioner NT.

Chris is a Senior Structural Engineer with experience in design and management of projects. He has a strong back ground in building projects as well as water, community and industrial projects. At MLEI, Chris has worked on a wide variety of projects, ranging from small industrial scale footing design to high rise commercial building design.

He has implemented design and documentation for a range of projects, extensively Adelaide metropolitan school and STEM upgrades. Chris has led the project delivery of a range of commercial projects including the Rundle Mall Plaza redevelopment, Jurlique production, support and warehouse facility, Resthaven Bellevue Heights refurbishment, Topham Mall remodelling, Q-Max water pumping and treatment stations, ElectraNet Back Up Control Centre.

NEIL DAVEY

Associate | Principal Aquatic Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Hons Civil & Surveying
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Professional Management Program.

Neil has over 30 years of consulting engineering experience working in Australia and the UK. Neil is a diverse engineer who combines strong design skills with wholistic project management expertise, specialising in all types of projects for sport, recreation, aquatics and community. With an in-depth knowledge of complex sporting facilities, he is widely recognised as an expert in this field.

Neil has recently worked on wide ranging projects from, $30M Goulburn Sport Centre Redevelopment (NSW), various new commercial projects from education through to design and construction of extensive sports and Recreation aquatic facilities and the scheme design $45M La Trobe University Melbourne Sports Facilities Upgrades. Neil was a founding director of Crackerjack Consulting Engineers, which is now part of MLEI Consulting Engineers.

MICHELLE COLLETT

Associate | Lead Structural Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil & Computing
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Fellow, Institution of Engineers Australia
  • Chair, Engineers Australia Structural College Victoria
  • Awards Panel Judge for Engineers Australia
  • Committee member for ASEC 2024.

Michelle is a Structural Design Engineer and Project Manager, coordinating various disciplines and running consultants' meetings for both the design and construction project phases. Her expertise includes client liaison, early engagement, schematic and detailed design, multidisciplinary leadership and value management. She specialises in commercial, industrial and residential buildings.

Since joining MLEI in 2020, Michelle has worked on notable projects such as Joyce Foam Products warehouse for client Sagle Constructions, and the Osborne Naval Shipbuilding Precinct featuring large scale buildingsm, large loads, and certification of the future submarine program infrastructure development.

SERHAN HALIL

Associate | Principal Aquatic Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil & Structural
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Chartered Engineer
  • Registered Professional Engineer, Structural, VBA.

Serhan is a Principal Engineer with experience in design and management of projects. He has over 25 years of consultancy experience in aquatic, structural and civil engineering in Australia and the UK. He is skilled in high-quality and cost-effective civil/structural schemes and detailed designs for commercial buildings of varying complexity.

Since founding Crackerjack Consulting Engineers, Serhan has specialised in civil, structural and aquatic consulting advisory services for major sports, recreational and leisure facilities around Australia.  He has technical oversight across projects and is responsible for commercial management of the business and training/mentoring peers and staff in both technical and soft skills. Crackerjack incorporated into MLEI in 2023, and Serhan is now Principal Aquatic Engineer.

RAZA MALIK

Associate | General Manager NT |
National Civil Business Development Manager |
Senior Civil Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil & Structural
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Certified PWC Design Engineer
  • EGW Certified Design Engineer
  • Urban Development Institute of Australia.

Raza is a Chartered Professional Engineer experienced in large civil and structural projects across industries such as defence, industrial, water resources, property and roads, delivering projects through various stages of design including prefeasibility assessments, concept designs and detailed designs.

Since joining MLEI in 2019, Raza has worked on several significant projects across the Northern Territory and Victoria. Raza is the General Manager of MLEI NT as well as the National Civil Business Development Manager.

ANTHONY GIANNINI

Associate | Senior Civil Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Hons Civil & Structural.

Anthony has more than 8 years’ industry experience in both civil and structural engineering. He has been involved in a wide range of projects in various sectors of engineering design, including Transport, Infrastructure, Commercial, Industrial, Land Division, Remote Infrastructure Development, Defence, Public Realm, Education and Residential, and has successfully delivered projects for various clients, including private developers, local and state authorities and other consultants.

Anthony’s extensive engineering experience has allowed him to develop and practice a wide range of design skills, including but not limited to road geometric design, stormwater management and drainage network design, stormwater detention & retention systems, site and earthworks design, flexible & rigid pavement design, and steel, concrete & timber member structural design.

Anthony also has experience as a construction superintendent with involvement in road and land division projects for both private developers and local & state authorities. He is valued for his ability to simultaneously work closely with construction contractors and stakeholders. This builds on his previous on‐site practical experience in the construction industry as a Site Engineer.

CLIVE COWDELL

Principal Engineer

  • Diploma of Civil Engineering
  • Fellow of Engineers Australia
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Registered Professional Engineer Queensland
  • Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers, United Kingdom
  • Member of the Institution of Engineers, Hong Kong.

Clive is a structural engineer with extensive experience in a wide variety of residential apartments, hotels, resorts, commercial, industrial and institutional building structures. At MLEI, Clive has focussed on Marine projects in Queensland. Prior to this, Clive has worked in Melbourne as well as internationally London,

Clive has wide international experience, including Hong Kong and the United Kingdom. He has risen to the following positions in his career:

  • Associate – Mott Macdonald Group, London
  • Associate Director – John Connell & Associates, Hong Kong
  • Director – Westers Partners, Gold Coast
  • Senior Design Engineer – Weather Howe, Gold Coast
  • Branch Office Manager – Connell Wagner, Gold Coast
  • Resident Site Engineer –  John Connell & Associates, Melbourne.

ADAM McMILLAN

Principal Bridge Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Hons Civil
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Fellow of Engineers Australia
  • Concrete Institute of Australia SA Committee Member.

Adam is a Principal Structural Engineer with over 27 years’ experience in designing and project managing a wide range of structural and civil engineering projects. He specialises in commercial buildings including those for education, health, offices, retail, sporting and heritage.

Adam is skilled in developing functional and economical upfront concept designs that address the brief early on to achieve a solid foundation design for the project from the outset. He is experienced in all forms of construction including steel, concrete (conventional reinforced and post tensioned) and timber, which allows for engineering systems that best fit each project. Adam has a deep appreciation for architecture and detailing, working to exceed the project vision through close coordination with the design team.

His understanding of construction delivery models and processes allows for cost-effective and innovative solutions to be developed whilst incorporating safety into the design.

ALAN MICHIE

Associate | Bridge Technical Lead | Bridge Expert

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Hons Civil
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland.

Alan has 8 years’ experience as a bridge engineer and 15 years’ experience working within building and construction industry.

Alan has first-hand experience in project tendering, project management, occupation health and safety, and working with a range of clients, including government, local council, builders, developers, and homeowners.

Alan has experience working on major infrastructure projects in NSW including the latest stage of the Newcastle Inner City Bypass (Rankin Park to Jesmond), Parramatta Light Rail, and Newcastle Light Rail. Alan has experience in the design, construction, and rehabilitation of bridge and civil infrastructure projects.

JAMES O'CONNOR

Associate | Bridge Technical Lead | Bridge Expert

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Hons Civil
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland.

James is a highly experienced subject matter expert in Bridge Engineering, with over 31 years of experience in Australia and overseas. He has a wide range of experience in government and non-government projects, including bridges, roads, rail and buildings.

James’ expertise extends to technical rehabilitation aspects, including the durability and strengthening of many bridge types, including heritage and lift bridges. He has a detailed understanding of the complex engineering principles involved in rehabilitating aging infrastructure, and he has successfully managed the rehabilitation of various bridge types.

James is exceptionally skilled in design, procurement, constructability, safety, quality aspects, contract administration, and project management related to complex bridge projects. He has successfully managed multi-disciplinary teams and ensured that projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

He is familiar with major construction procurement processes and thoroughly understands TfNSW systems and documents. He has extensive experience in the design, construction and maintenance of roads and bridges, including documentation, tendering procedures, contract administration, and surveillance of contractors.

SAMIR HANNA

Associate | Principal Structural Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil & Structural
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Practicing Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland
  • National Engineering Register
  • Member, Australian Steel Institute.

Samir has more than 30 years’ engineering experience, including a vast background in the design and management of multi-storey health, commercial, residential, retail and industrial buildings, winery projects and schools.

Samir has international experience from 4 years in Saudi Arabia and 15 years in Egypt. In Saudi Arabia, he worked on the structural design management and the construction management for various multidisciplinary projects. In Egypt, he worked on the structural design and construction of concrete structures where he gained vast experience in the structural design and retrofitting for the concrete structures.

From 2008–18, Samir was the Senior and Lead Structural Engineer at FMG Engineering where he was responsible for the management for the structural design and leading the junior engineers.

Since joining MLEI in June 2018, some of Samir's most notable projects include Weilong Winery in Mildura, Victoria; a steel tower for our cement handling client's bagging plant in Yarraville, Victoria; and South Australia's first TRYP by Wyndham hotel at 266 Pulteney Street, including a seven storey office complex.

SAMUEL SCHMIDT

Associate | Steel Framing Manager | Senior Structural Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Hons Civil & Structural.

Samuel specialises in product engineering, specifically around steel framing, passive fire protection and anchors / fasteners which is his main area of expertise.

Since joining MLEI in 2018, Samuel has led internal system development within the Steel Framing division, product development of our client's systems to reduce structural steel and save site costs, and continual improvement and documentation / modelling of our client's products.

SAM KOTANIDIS

Associate | Residential Manager

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil & Structural.

Sam specialises in structural and civil engineering of residential projects as well as footing designs and has successfully managed several major local home builders, establishing long term working relationships, Sam also has extensive knowledge of Adelaide soil profiles.

With the company since the year 2000, some of Sam's notable projects include Allenby Gardens Foodland shopping centre, due to the complexities of integrating new and old structures; 44-46 Brighton Road Glenelg East, because of the economical design delivered in 10 days; and a luxury residence in Leabrook.

TUAN NGUYEN

Associate | Civil Manager | Senior Civil Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil.

Tuan has 26 years’ experience in varying engineering work environments including working within Government, Local Government and private enterprises.

Tuan’s key experience covers a wide range including working on multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects comprising design, construction phase management and project/contract administration. He has detailed knowledge of highway planning and engineering, municipal engineering, traffic engineering and land developments.

Since 2012, Tuan has been the Civil Manager at MLEI. His responsibilities have included road works upgrade, road pavement design and superintendence, streetscape works, civil engineering structures and water, stormwater and sewer design. He has overseen several mining projects. He has also been responsible for the monitoring and control of design project budgets. He also coordinates the safety audits for projects. He manages all the Department for Infrastructure and Transport projects.

CRAIG GLYNN

Civil Manager
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil/Structural), The University of Adelaide (2006); Certified Practising Project Manager (CPPM), Australian Institute of Project Management.

Craig is an experienced Civil Engineer, specialising in design, project, contract and construction management of projects within the Urban Development, Water, Civil and Resources industries.

Since joining MLEI in 2018, Craig has worked on many notable projects such as the Prospect 1838 residential estate. This project's success led to further work coordinating civil and service infrastructure ad multiple stakeholders for the Kaufland Prospect store and Churchill Road junction design and streetscape upgrade, all in the same precinct. Other key projects include Parkvale Estate, Angle Vale, a 175-allotment residential estate; and the Iluka Jacinth Ambrosia Incremental Upgrade, which allowed Iluka to commence mining the Ambrosia Mineral Sands Deposit.

BEN RICE

Managing Director | Senior Structural Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Hons Civil
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland.

Ben has over 25 years’ engineering experience encompassing an extensive background in design and project management of multi-storey health, education, commercial, residential, retail & industrial buildings, industrial structures, water-retaining & water-related structures, and civil infrastructure projects. Ben specialises in complex building structures, concrete water retaining structures and design management of large projects.

Since joining MLEI in 2015, Ben has delivered significant projects such as The Bend Motorsport Park Pit Building and Hotel, a high-profile project in an existing building that required detailed analysis to deliver an effective, simple solution; and the memorable and challenging 162 Fullarton Road, which relied on close-knit teamwork to overcome all challenges.

SEAN EBERT

Non-Executive Director

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Hons
  • Member, Institute of Company Directors.

Sean brings listed company and international experience to MLEI. He has over 25 years' executive experience in both public and private sectors across high growth companies within the engineering, technology and consumer goods sectors in Australia, US, China and Europe.

Sean is currently a Managing Director of ASX listed company AML3D, Non-Executive Director of unlisted company FCT International, as well as Non- Executive Director on a range of privately owned Australian growth companies. Sean was previously the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Beston Asset Management, Global Director M&A of Worley, CEO of Camms Pty Ltd and CEO of Profit Impact Pty Ltd.

THOMAS HA

Director | Senior Structural Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, 1st Class Hons Civil
  • Fellow, Institution of Engineers Australia
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland
  • NSW Principal Design Practitioner, Structural Engineering.

Thomas is a Chartered Professional Engineer with over 23 years' experience in engineering design, management and construction. He specialises in structural design consultancy for a range of projects and industries including schools, hospitals, commercial developments, power and heavy industries, mining and defence. Thomas joined MLEI as a Director in 2010 and has been part MLEI's success story.

He is involved in the design documentation of a variety of projects covering civil infrastructure, defence, commercial, industrial, power, mining, educational and residential developments. His high competency in structural engineering design is of great benefit in developing practical and cost-effective design solutions.

101 TONSLEY

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LOCATION                  Direk, SA
CLIENT                        Sagle Constructions
DESCRIPTION             Warehouse
PROJECT PERIOD        2020‐2022
PROJECT VALUE          $20M

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design of this custom-built industrial warehouse. This project required 700 tonnes of structural steel to construct this 22,000 m3 state-of-the-art facility featuring over 21,160 m3 warehouse space. As the warehouse was to be used by a steel fabricator with significant loads on the ground slab, MLEI provided guidance on the allowable loads on the slab when stacking steel members. The warehouse was designed with crane beams to support 3x no. 4.5 tonne gantry cranes in each bay.

The project included a 820m3 office space designed by our close colleagues at Ginos Consulting Engineers with heavy duty hardstand, full drive-around truck access and on-grade roller door access for undercover loading.

The project construction had to be conducted within tight parameters as the site was adjacent to Edinburgh Airport and the rear of the warehouse was under its flight path. MLEI worked closely with the project team to allow comply with the strict regulations.

VMS GANTRIES

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LOCATION                   Kapunda, SA
CLIENT                         Light Regional Council
DESCRIPTION              Road design & construction
PROJECT PERIOD         2021-2022

MLEI was engaged by Light Regional Council to undertake the detailed design for the realignment (approximately 1.5km) of East Terrace between Thiele Highway and Perry Road, Kapunda. The project also included the upgrade of the Thiele Highway and East Terrace intersection. The project was undertaken with a collaborative approach with Council on achieving a cost-effective design whilst upholding the adequate high standards for road safety.

The design and documentation were successfully completed in November 2021. The construction of the road upgrade was commenced in December 2021 and was completed in May 2022

CSR CALCINING BUILDING

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LOCATION                   Wetherill Park, NSW
CLIENT                         CSR Limited
DESCRIPTION             New calcining building
PROJECT PERIOD        2021 - Present

MLEI undertook the structural and civil detailed design for the new calcining building at the existing CSR Wetherill Park facility. The project scope included:

• 6 levels of platforms to support the equipment
Walkways and stairs
• Supporting frames on calcining building to support conveyor BC07 from existing building, and
Supporting frames on existing building to support conveyor BC07 from existing building
• Platforms and stairs to access existing building from the conveyor walk way
10t monorail from inside the building to 3m outside the building
• Design of piles and thick slab to support the building
Design the foundation for the mill to achieve the requirements for the frequency
Design the gutters and downpipes
• Provide the structural and architectural documentation.

CSR GYPSUM STORAGE UPGRADE WETHERILL PARK

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LOCATION                   Wetherill Park, NSW
CLIENT                         CSR Limited
DESCRIPTION             New storage warehouse
PROJECT PERIOD        2021 - Present

MLEI undertook the structural and civil detailed design for the new gypsum upgrade at the existing CSR Wetherill Park facility. The project scope included:

• New gypsum storage shed with dado walls and conveyor support
Intermediate platform to support the moving conveyor, Access stair tower for support and maintenance of bucket elevator, Conveyor support tower, piling foundations, Minor siteworks and stormwater discharge immediately surrounding the facility, Steel tower supporting the bucket elevator

• External works
New conveyors and hoppers feeding a bucket elevator, Vibrating screen, Modifications to existing conveyors and stackers, Remedial works for the existing stacker, Foundation supporting the silos, Foundations for the vibration screen & conveyor, Concrete apron supporting smaller conveyors and hoppers, piling foundations, External concrete slab on ground.

ICL CEMENT BAGGING TOWER

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LOCATION                   Yarraville, VIC
CLIENT                        Independent Cement & Lime
DESCRIPTION             New bagging facility
PROJECT PERIOD        2016-2021
PROJECT VALUE          $15M

MLEI undertook the above ground structural engineering design and documentation for the new bagging facility at the existing ICL Yarraville facility. The bagging tower is part of a larger project which includes aggregate drive over bins, conveyors, dryer and warehouse.

The building consists of the following:
• 4 material silos suspended from level 8
• 12 floor levels
• Steel frame designed and detailed so it could be built in modules complete with equipment installed, which was how it ended up being constructed.

WHYALLA QUENCH TOWER STRUCTURAL ASSESSMENT & PIPE SUPPORTS

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LOCATION                   Whyalla, SA
CLIENT                        Liberty GFG c/o Duratec Australia
DESCRIPTION             Structural assessment and design of remediation
PROJECT PERIOD        2022 - Present

Salt water used in operation of the quench tower had contributed to significant deterioration of the concrete elements, which required assessment and remediation – portions of the structure were proposed to be modified with the workSteelws (beam removals). Check Flinders Ports tender

MLEI undertook the structural assessment required to determine the structural adequacy of the concrete elements, and the effectiveness of repairs for future serviceability of the tower.

Our scope of work included:
• Site inspection
• Analysis of the existing structure – including reviewing existing documentation, determining structural design actions, analysis of existing structure (as built), assessment of structure based on current condition, assessment of beam proposed to be removed and implications to the structure
• Review of Site Testing Plan
• Development of repair methodology to existing concrete elements
• Design Basis and Analysis report – detailing outcomes & recommendations from analysis
• Detailed Design for the recommended repair – pipe supports for the quench tower.

CHEETHAM SALT OPTICAL PROCESSING FACILITY

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LOCATION                   Price, SA
CLIENT                        Cheetham Salt
DESCRIPTION             New optical processing facility
PROJECT PERIOD        2020‐2021
PROJECT VALUE          $3M

MLEI undertook the site civil works design and structural engineering design, in addition to the documentation for the new multistorey facility at the existing Price location. This facility was to house the new optical sorting equipment and feed silos, and was part of a larger project for expanding the site to satisfy growing product demand.

The building consisted of:
• 3 internal levels
• Capacity to house 150 tonnes of salt silos
• Steel frame designed and detailed with suspended concrete slabs on lost formwork to support equipment.

TOPCOAT ASPHALT PLANT

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LOCATION                   Lonsdale, SA
CLIENT                        Topcoat Asphalt
DESCRIPTION             New asphalt production plant
PROJECT PERIOD        2019-2020

MLEI were engaged by Topcoat to undertake design and documentation of the civil and structural engineering elements for the new Lonsdale asphalt operation plant.

Our team was involved in the planning, detailed design, and construction phases for the:
• Earthworks and site grading
• Stormwater drainage
• Storage bunkers
• Storage tanks
• Asphalt plant.

The new plant is capable of producing a range of specialty high performance asphalt mixes along with a standard hot mix.

MLEI engaged in a collaborative approach with the overall project team, which included Topcoat, Masterplan and McMahon Services, to successfully deliver the high-class operating facility. MLEI also assisted the builder during the construction phase to address design changes where needed to meet latent site conditions.

X CONVENIENCE, PORT ROAD

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LOCATION                      Hindmarsh SA
CLIENT                            X Convenience
DESCRIPTION                 New service station with retail facilitiest
PROJECT PERIOD           2021‐2022
PROJECT VALUE             $3.5M

MLEI provided civil and structural engineering design for the new service station on Port Road, Hindmarsh.

The project consisted of a new service station building, a new canopy above the fuel bowsers, concrete hardstand and pavement. MLEI used 3D BIM to model the structure which allowed smooth coordination during construction phase.

The project was completed on time and on budget.

ORORA GLASS BENEFICIATION PLANT

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LOCATION                   Kingsford, SA
CLIENT                        Graham Nicholas
DESCRIPTION             New glass beneficiation plant
PROJECT PERIOD        2020‐2022
PROJECT VALUE          $25M

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design for this new glass beneficiation plant to significantly increase the use of recycled glass in its manufactured products. The project consisted of a 3,100m2 warehouse, 280m2 2-storey office, 2 weighbridge pits, platforms and stairs around proposed equipment, footings to support entry gate/transformer/sundry items, external concrete hardstand area.

MLEI’s scope of work consisted of:
• Civil engineering
- Stormwater analysis and design, including review of existing basin
- Civil design including heavy duty pavement design (using CIRCLY)
- Siteworks and drainage plan.
• Structural engineering
- Structural design of footings and superstructures
- Support of large cullet silos.

This project highlights our experience with medium duty industrial facilities that incorporate complex process equipment requirements similar to that in the manufacturing industry. This project was also delivered in a tight timeframe with staged delivery of documents to ensure the Builder started on site as soon as possible.

OPTUS BUILDING, NORTH TERRACE

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LOCATION                      108 North Terrace, Adelaide SA
CLIENT                          FDC Construction & Fitout SA
DESCRIPTION                Refurbishment and office fitout
PROJECT PERIOD        2021‐2022

MLEI undertook the structural engineering for a refurbishment and fitout at the Optus building on North Terrace, Adelaide.

Our role included structural design documentation and contract administration for:

  • Cutting new openings for a new internal staircase and additional structural members
  • Structural design for the fit-out including new structural members for operable walls
  • Assessing the existing floor for heavy load areas such as compactus, server room, storage rooms.
  • Structural advice on coring existing slabs for new pipework
  • Structural advice on slab trenching for cable conduits and electrical floor boxes.

45 PIRIE STREET UPGRADE – GROUND LOBBY & END OF TRIP FACILITY

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LOCATION                      45 Pirie Street, Adelaide SA
CLIENT                            Studio Nine Architects
DESCRIPTION                  Ground lobby & tenancy upgrade
PROJECT PERIOD          2023–2024
PROJECT VALUE               $20M

MLEI undertook the structural engineering for a a major upgrade to the building at 45 Pirie Street, revitalising every aspect of the structure. The renovation was designed to foster a positive workplace culture and enhance collaboration, with a strong focus on health and well-being at its core.

The project scope included:

  • Adelaide’s first ensuite End of Trip (EOT) facility on the ground floor – designed for cyclists, runners, or anyone needing a refreshing break. This involved a full interior fit-out and modification of the building's internal space.
  • Lobby upgrade – featuring double-height glass windows with structural supports, and glass roof with supporting rafters, precast concrete columns & beams.

AUTISM SA TONSLEY INNOVATION DISTRICT

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LOCATION                        MAB Circuit, Tonsley SA
CLIENT                              Tonsley Collective Pty Ltd
DESCRIPTION                   New office building
PROJECT PERIOD             2018–2021
PROJECT VALUE               $16.8M

MLEI was engaged to deliver the structural and civil engineering services for Autism SA's new purpose-built headquarters in the Tonsley Innovation District.

The facility, designed to support 120 permanent staff, features state-of-the-art sensory spaces, a gross motor skills room, consultancy and therapy rooms, life skills areas, and a rooftop conference room with an adjoining garden. The 2,000m² building, set within a 12m-wide easement, was fully fabricated to meet Autism SA's specific needs.

MLEI collaborated closely with the wider project team, including Platinum (builder), Piteo Architecture (architect), Secon (building services), and Chris Sale Consulting (quantity surveyor).

TPORTS GRAIN BUNKERS

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LORENA GOLD MINE

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PROMINENT HILL

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LUCKY BAY HAUL ROAD

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LOCATION                  Lucky Bay, SA
CLIENT                        T-Ports
DESCRIPTION             Detailed Civil and Drainage Design
PROJECT PERIOD        2018-2019
PROJECT VALUE          $2M

MLEI undertook the design and documentation of a new Haul Road between the under-construction new grain harbour and the grain bunker site, along with an upgrade to an existing road junction. The design included a new intersection with an existing council-maintained road, upgrade of a state-maintained junction and traversed an environmental sensitive coastal dune area, where strict requirements for the road profile and impact on the locality were required to be followed.
The project scope involved the concept planning of the road alignment and interface with existing roadways and the provision of access to adjacent properties.
MLEI collaborated with Council, DPTI, T-Ports and other consulting engineers to complete the civil design to the client’s and authorities’ requirements.

ILUKA JACINTH-AMBROSIA ROAD

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LOCATION                  Ceduna, SA
CLIENT                        Iluka Resources Limited
DESCRIPTION             Detailed Civil and Drainage Design
PROJECT PERIOD        2018-2019
PROJECT VALUE          $50M

MLEI undertook the design and prepare documentation for a new Haul Road to service the new Ambrosia open-cut pit. The works were part of the upgrade to Iluka’s Jacinth-Ambrosia operation located approximately 300mm North West of Ceduna, SA.
The new haul road was designed to service mine specification dump trucks, and was designed to comply with strict environmental requirements to comply with Iluka’s mining license requirements. The contract works included a number of site visits through the design and construction phase.
MLEI collaborated with Iluka’s Project, Operations and Environmental divisions to complete the contract works to the client’s requirements and in line with Iluka mine management requirements. The project was delivered on time and budget.

BARRICK KIBALI GOLD MINE

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LOCATION                  Demographic Republic of the Congo
CLIENT                        Scantech
DESCRIPTION             Installation of new geoscan-m large
PROJECT PERIOD       2024

Scope of works:
• Design of a structural steel shelter over the system
• Design of the analyser support frame including alterations to the existing conveyor
• Design of the new support platforms (foundations) for the system and shelter.'

WEIGHBRIDGE #3 PORT MELBOURNE

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LOCATION                  Port Melbourne, VIC
CLIENT                        MCF
DESCRIPTION            New cement weighbridge and dosing equipment
PROJECT PERIOD       2018-2019
PROJECT VALUE          $3M

MLEI undertook the structural and civil engineering for a new 40m long cement and flyash weighbridge at the existing Melbourne Cement Facility on Lorimer Road, Port Melbourne.
The weighbridge was completely enclosed with a second storey plant area for the dosing equipment which was also enclosed. The weighbridge was built directly alongside 2 existing weighbridges, and airslides were incorporated to utilise 4 existing product day bins.

The design include:
• Piled foundations
• Utilises existing structure to reduce costs
• Longer than normal design so that B-Double trucks can load both trailers without coming off the bridge and saving loading time.

SAND QUARRY STRUCTURAL AUDIT

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LOCATION                  Maslin Beach, SA
CLIENT                      Handson Australia
DESCRIPTION            Audit
PROJECT PERIOD        2017

MLEI undertook a structural audit of the Main Wash Plant at Maslin Beach Sand Quarry, which consisted of a site inspection of the main washing plant and dry screening plant, followed by the preparation of condition report with recommendations on remaining life of structure.

WOOLWORTHS CUSTOMER FULFILMENT CENTRE

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LOCATION                  Keswick, SA
CLIENT                      Moto Projects
DESCRIPTION            Warehouse
PROJECT PERIOD        2023-2024
PROJECT VALUE          $20M

MLEI is undertaking the civil and structural design for the Woolworths customer fulfillment centre in South Australia.
MLEI undertook the civil and structural design for this 17,140 m3 facility designed to target a 5 Star Green Star Design & As‐Built Rating. The project implemented various environmentally conscious initiatives such as significant on‐site solar power generation.

The scope of the project included:

• Structural engineering
- Canopy on east side of warehouse 480m2
- 3x recessed loading docks on north west corner of warehouse B
- 14x new recessed loading docks and new roller door openings along the east elevation of warehouse B
- New internal slab for freezer area.
• Civil engineering
- New external concrete hardstand area to replace demolished sheds
- New external concrete hardstand at recessed loading dock locations
- Civil and stormwater design.

LIEBHERR PROJECTS

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LOCATION                  Para Hills, SA and Mount Thorley, NSW
CLIENT                      Liebherr
DESCRIPTION            Commercial Facility Upgrade
PROJECT PERIOD        2012-2015
PROJECT VALUE          $95M (SA) $14M (NSW)

MLEI partnered with Darengineer to complete the civil and structural engineering design for the $95M development to Liebherr’s Adelaide facility and a $14M extension to their facility at Mount Thorley, NSW. The projects included multi-storey office buildings, substantial warehouses, cranes, industrial pavements and large civil works including stormwater treatment facilities.
The structural engineering consisted of providing highly technical solutions with a collaborative approach with the client to ensure the sensitive operation of their production work would be achieved. The major structural design elements include steel framing, precast panels, post-tensioning slabs and Bondek slabs.
• SA Facility – WSUD was the main driver of the civil engineering design. Bio-retention swales have been included to the staff parking areas. A large grassed dry land swale was included along the western boundary of the site before discharging in an open cut detention pond. The flows are then restricted before discharging into Main North Road. Further water in other sealed areas are drained through gross pollutant traps before being discharged into the Council stormwater system.
• NSW Facility – The Mount Thorley site was driven by providing treatment to the stormwater before being discharged into a natural water course. Underground treatment systems are utilised before the water is discharged into a rock gabion detention pond. Through utilising eWater Music, MLEI demonstrated that the efficiency of the overall system in reducing the pollutant levels in the stormwater.

BALFOURS FREEZER EXTENSION

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LOCATION                   Dudley Park, SA
CLIENT                        San Remo
DESCRIPTION             Freezer Store Extension
PROJECT PERIOD        2018

MLEI undertook the design for a 910m2 freezer store extension to a food processing, packaging, storage & distribution facility, to double their existing high bay freezer storage, where All processing and storage refrigeration plant served by a central ammonia refrigeration plant.
The new freezer was directly adjacent to the existing freezer, with the new room cooling load added to the existing central refrigeration plant. The required coolers, pipework, valving and controls were added to achieve required capacity and level of automation.

The scope of the project included:

• Design load including wind and earthquake assessment
• Design of footings to extension
• Design of slab on ground including double slab and racking assessment
• Design of steel portal frames
• Design of bracings, purlins, girts, stairs and miscellaneous steelwork
• Design of stormwater disposal and local site drainage
• Engineering drawings for certification and tender.

ROYAL PARK CENTENNIAL WAREHOUSE

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LOCATION                   Royal Park, SA
CLIENT                        FDC Construction & Fitout SA
DESCRIPTION             New Buildings, Assessment
PROJECT PERIOD        2021-2023

MLEI undertook the civil and structural engineering design for the warehouse refurbishment and new addition, including Roof Remediation Inspection.

The scope of the project included:

• Structural Engineering
Detailed design and documentation
• Attend 4 design meetings with the consultant team
• Prepare detailed structural design for the 2 new office buildings
• Prepare detailed structural design for the new retaining walls for new loading/unloading docks
• Prepare detailed designs for the structural upgrades to the existing warehouse buildings including new canopy structures, steel framing and footing for the internal partition walls, internal concrete slab repairs, corrosion treatment to existing rusted steelwork, steel framing for the new roller doors
• Specify new steel purlins and girts for the new roof and wall cladding
• Prepare detailed structural design for ancillary structures including footings and slabs on ground for gates, water tanks, transformers etc
• Prepare detailed structural design for retaining walls and concrete hardstands
• Prepare structural drawings and specifications for BRC and for Construction
• Provide structural calculation report
Construction
• Respond to construction RFIs
• Undertake proof roll site inspections (allowance for 4 inspections)
• Undertake stormwater inspections (allowance for 2 inspections)
• Civil Engineering
Detailed design and documentation
• Prepare detailed siteworks and stormwater management plan suitable for construction
• Finalise stormwater detention calculations
• Finalise pavement design for construction.
Construction
• Respond to construction RFIs
• Review steelwork shop drawings
• Undertake up to 8 structural inspections and issue the inspection certificates.

FIRBANK GRAMMER BASKETBALL STADIUM

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LOCATION                   Salisbury, SA
CLIENT                        Firma Constructions
DESCRIPTION             New Basketball Stadium
PROJECT PERIOD        2023-2024
PROJECT VALUE          $48.5M

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design for this new basketball stadium at Firbank Grammar.

The scope of the project included:

ABORIGINAL GATHERING PLACE

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LOCATION                   Salisbury, SA
CLIENT                        City of Whittlesea c/o 2Construct
DESCRIPTION             New Community Centre
PROJECT PERIOD        2023-2024
PROJECT VALUE          $48.5M

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design for this new community centre.

The scope of the project included:

• Structural engineering
- Warehouse 16,000m2
- 2-storey showroom & office 1,500m2
- Food/Beverage/Microbrewery 2,325m2
- Sprinkler tank slab.
• Civil engineering
- External concrete hardstand
- Stormwater drainage
- Carparking for 153 spaces.

NITON DRIVE WAREHOUSE

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LOCATION                   Truganina, VIC
CLIENT                        Access Constructions
DESCRIPTION             Industrial Warehouse
PROJECT PERIOD        2020

MLEI undertook the design of a 4,500m3 warehouse with 370m3 canopy, single storey internal office, recessed loading docks, 53-space carpark, and external concrete hardstand area.

The scope of the project included:

• Structural engineering
- Design of footings and superstructures
- Engineering calculation report
- Relevant structural specifications
- Review of structural shop drawings during construction
- Respond to construction RFIs.
• Civil engineering
- Detailed civil and stormwater design
- Pavement design for concrete pavements
- Full construction drawings of civil and stormwater design
- Civil technical specifications - Site inspections during construction
- Respond to construction RFIs.

ORORA WAREHOUSE

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LOCATION                   Dandenong, VIC
CLIENT                        Lloyd Group
DESCRIPTION             Industrial Warehouse
PROJECT PERIOD        2023

MLEI undertook the structural and civil design for this custom-built industrial warehouse production facility.

The scope of the project included:

• 3,000 m2 warehouse
• 300 m2 canopy
• Loading docks
• External concrete hardstand area.

HUNTER EXPRESS

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LOCATION                   Keysborough, VIC
CLIENT                        FDC
DESCRIPTION             New 16,000 m3 Warehouse and Two Storey Office
PROJECT PERIOD        2021-2022
PROJECT VALUE          $20M

MLEI undertook the structural and civil engineering of a new 16,800 m3 distribution centre for a logistics company located in Keysborough, VIC. The warehouse was approximately 92 m wide and 168m long with a two-storey external office and a 20m wide cantilevered canopy. The warehouse also included recessed loading docks and an internal office.

The civil engineering involved the stormwater design, external hardstand pavement and carparking for 81 spaces.

CHARLES STURT INDUSTRIAL ESTATE

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LOCATION                   Woodville, SA
CLIENT                        Sagle Constructions
DESCRIPTION             6x Warehouses
PROJECT PERIOD        2019-2023
PROJECT VALUE          $20M

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design for 6 warehouse buildings with a total area of approximately 60,000m2 in total.

The scope of the project included:

• Structural engineering
- Canopy on east side of warehouse 480m2
- 3x recessed loading docks on north west corner of warehouse B
- 14x new recessed loading docks and new roller door openings along the east elevation of warehouse B
- New internal slab for freezer area.
• Civil engineering
- New external concrete hardstand area to replace demolished sheds
- New external concrete hardstand at recessed loading dock locations
- Civil and stormwater design.

GRACE REMOVALS INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE

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LOCATION                   Edinburgh North, SA
CLIENT                        Sagle Constructions
DESCRIPTION             Warehouse, Workshop and Offices
PROJECT PERIOD        2021-2024
PROJECT VALUE          $13.5M

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design for this new industrial warehouse.

The scope of the project included:

• Structural engineering
- Tenancy 1 & 2: 7430m2 occupied by Grace Removals
- Tenancy 3: 2600m2
- 8x 5 T gantry cranes.
• Civil engineering
- External concrete hardstand
- Civil and stormwater design
- Carparking for 105 spaces.

NYLEX AVENUE INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE

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LOCATION                   Salisbury South, SA
CLIENT                        Sagle Constructions
DESCRIPTION             Warehouse, Workshop and Offices
PROJECT PERIOD        2023-2024
PROJECT VALUE          $13.5M

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design for this new industrial warehouse.

The scope of the project included:

• Structural engineering
- Workshops 5,956m2 and 6,308m2
- Warehouse 6,308m2
- Breezeway 1,972m2
- Single-storey office 500m2 and 2x internal offices 500m2 each
- Sprinkler tank & pumphouse slab.
• Civil engineering
- External concrete hardstand
- Stormwater drainage
- Carparking for 105 spaces.

BEDFORD ADVANCED MANUFACTURING DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT HUB

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LOCATION                   Salisbury, SA
CLIENT                        Sagle Constructions
DESCRIPTION             Warehouse, Showrooms, Food Processing Area
PROJECT PERIOD        2022-2024
PROJECT VALUE          $48.5M

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design for this new industrial manufacturing hub.

The scope of the project included:

• Structural engineering
- Warehouse 16,000m2
- 2-storey showroom & office 1,500m2
- Food/Beverage/Microbrewery 2,325m2
- Sprinkler tank slab.
• Civil engineering
- External concrete hardstand
- Stormwater drainage
- Carparking for 153 spaces.

SAGLE HEADQUARTERS

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LOCATION                   Woodville, SA
CLIENT                        Sagle Constructions
DESCRIPTION             Warehouse and Offices
PROJECT PERIOD        2024-2025

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design for Sagle’s new headquarters.

The scope of the project included:
• Structural engineering
- Ground floor reception, stairs and lift well with an area of 72m2
- Ground floor warehouse with rollers doors at each end
- First floor office building with an area of 480m2
- External concrete hardstand area
• Civil engineering
- Stormwater drainage
- Car parking for 15 spaces
- 1 new crossover for car access.

JURLIQUE MOUNT BARKER HEADQUARTERS

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LOCATION                   Mount Barker, SA
CLIENT                        Jurlique International c/o Brown Falconer Architects
DESCRIPTION             New warehouse, office and production facility
PROJECT PERIOD        2015-2017

MLEI were engaged to complete the civil and structural engineering for the new $14M Jurlique International office, production facility and warehouse located in Mount Barker.
The production facility included all the equipment and process to produce cosmetics. The design was undertaken within the requirements of TGA and included mixing rooms, testing rooms, laboratories, chemical storage and packaging.
The structural engineering included the design of footings, retaining walls, concrete slab, concrete ramps, the steel roof framing and canopies and the design of precast panels. MLEI were involved in finalising the site works including pavements and developing a stormwater drainage plan. We also prepared civil/structural drawings and relevant technical specifications for tender and construction purposes.

APEX STEEL WAREHOUSE CARIBOU

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LOCATION                   Direk, SA
CLIENT                        Sagle Constructions
DESCRIPTION             Warehouse
PROJECT PERIOD        2020-2022
PROJECT VALUE          $20M

MLEI undertook the structural engineering design for BlueScope's new headquarters in Adelaide. This included a new manufacturing facility and a 2-storey administration office.

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design of this custom-built industrial warehouse. This project required 700 tonnes of structural steel to construct this 22,000 m3 state-of-the-art facility featuring over 21,160 m3 warehouse space. As the warehouse was to be used by a steel fabricator with significant loads on the ground slab, MLEI provided guidance on the allowable loads on the slab when stacking steel members. The warehouse was designed with crane beams to support 3x no. 4.5 tonne gantry cranes in each bay.

The project included a 820m3 office space designed by our close colleagues at Ginos Consulting Engineers with heavy duty hardstand, full drive-around truck access and on-grade roller door access for undercover loading.
The project construction had to be conducted within tight parameters as the site was adjacent to Edinburgh Airport and the rear of the warehouse was under its flight path. MLEI worked closely with the project team to allow comply with the strict regulations.

NATIONAL TILES WAREHOUSE REDEVELOPMENT

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LOCATION                   Port Melbourne, VIC
CLIENT                        2construct
DESCRIPTION             Warehouse redevelopment
PROJECT PERIOD        2022-2023
PROJECT VALUE          $32M

MLEI undertook the structural engineering design for BlueScope's new headquarters in Adelaide. This included a new manufacturing facility and a 2-storey administration office.

MLEI provided the following services:

• Civil engineering – review and site inspection
• Structural engineering
- Preliminary design to assist with architectural detail
- Design for amendments to existing structural system for new loads, ceilings, walls and openings
- Engineering calculation report and relevant structural specifications
- Coordination with services consultants.
- Checking of shop drawings for structural compliance
- Site visits during construction to review the structural components
- Answering RFIs from shop detailers and site personnel during construction.

BLUESCOPE MANUFACTURING WAREHOUSE

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LOCATION                   Adelaide Airport, SA
CLIENT                        Sagle Constructions
DESCRIPTION             Warehouse and two-storey office
PROJECT PERIOD        2020-2023
PROJECT VALUE          $20M

MLEI undertook the structural engineering design for BlueScope's new headquarters in Adelaide. This included a new manufacturing facility and a 2-storey administration office.

MLEI provided the following services:

• 50,000 m2 site with a 20,000 m2 manufacturing facility with cantilever canopy and propped canopy
• Over 10 no. 6.3-tonne gantry cranes
• 2-storey administration office
• Staff amenities of 400 m2
• Driver amenities of 100 m2
• External concrete hardstand of 23,000 m2
• Sprinkler tank and pumphouse slabs.

As this facility is to be used to manufacture Lysaght and Fielders products, the design needed to fit around the manufacturing equipment, with 20-metre clear spans between columns. There were over 600 tonnes of structural steel, purlins and girts.
The project was delivered in 18 months to schedule, from Design through to Handover.

LINFOX FACILITY

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LOCATION                   Derrimut, VIC
CLIENT                        2 Construct Pty Ltd
DESCRIPTION             Warehouse
PROJECT PERIOD        2020-2022
PROJECT VALUE          $20M

MLEI undertook the civil and structural design for this 17,140 m3 facility designed to target a 5 Star Green Star Design & As‐Built Rating. The project implemented various environmentally conscious initiatives such as significant on‐site solar power generation.

MLEI provided the following services:

Structural engineering
- 2‐storey office
- 17,140 m3 warehouse
- 36‐metre‐wide propped canopy
- Recessed loading docks.
Civil engineering
- Civil and stormwater design
- External hardstand pavement with weighbridge
- Carparking for 91 spaces.

NICO LAMMERS

Associate | Team Leader | Structural Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland.

Nico is a Structural & Civil Engineer with over 8 years’ experience in Structural Engineering Consulting. He has significant experience in the design, documentation, and supervision of many residential, commercial and local government projects.

Nico specialises in the design and certification of residential and commercial structures:

  • Residential timber housing to AS1684 and AS1720
  • Residential footings and slabs to AS2870
  • Residential wind loads to AS4055 including tie downs and bracing
  • Cold form steel roofs, floors and sheds to AS4600
  • Residential and commercial steel structures to AS4100
  • Aluminium and glass balustrades, screens and awnings to residential and high-rise buildings to AS1664.1 and AS1170.2
  • Residential and commercial pontoons to AS3962
  • Marine structures to local council, state government, DDA and TMR requirements
  • Inspection and reporting of structural work designed.

GALORE BRIDGE L4 LOAD TESTING

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Wagga Wagga City Council
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Rehabilitation, Bridge Assessment
PROJECT PERIOD        2019

 

MLEI provided the following services:

  • 6 bridges
  • Level 3 assessments
  • Level 4 load testing of four high-bridges
  • Bridge rehabilitation

BURRANGONG & PUDMANS CREEK BRIDGES LOAD TESTING

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Hilltops Council & Tilt Renewables
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Design, Bridge Rehabilitation, Bridge Assessment
PROJECT PERIOD        2020-2023

 

The Burrangong & Pudmans Creek Bridges Load Testing project, undertaken by MLEI Bridge Pty Ltd (MLEI) for Hilltops Council and Tilt Renewables, was successfully completed between 2020 and 2023 in NSW.
This comprehensive project involved assessing and enhancing three continuous-span reinforced concrete girders and deck, RC abutments and engaged piers, and two RC approach spans.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Level 4 bridge assessment
  • Bridge design
  • Bridge rehabilitation
  • Brdige monitoring

MLEI’s involvement in this project showcased their expertise in assessing and improving the structural integrity of bridge infrastructure, ensuring safety and longevity.

GOSTWYCK BRIDGE L4 LOAD TESTING AND STRATEGIC OPTIONS

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        DARACON & Transport for NSW
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage, Bridge Design, Bridge Rehabilitation, Bridge Assessment
PROJECT PERIOD        2019

 

This heritage listed bridge built in 1928 and is 116m in length. Located over the Paterson River, on Dungog Road, south-west of Martins Creek and north of Paterson, NSW.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Engineering heritage
  • L4 load testing
  • FE modelling and load rating
  • Fatigue life assessment
  • Bridge design
  • Bridge rehabilitation.

JOHN FOORD BRIDGE CMP AND REHABILITATION

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage

Heritage assessments including a conservation management plan (CMP) and designs for new approaches. Work included truss upgrades and rehabilitation of the traffic barriers and bridge configuration assessment for the wrought iron truss spans.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Truss upgrades
  • Rehabilitation of traffic barriers
  • Bridge configuration assessment.

GUNDAGAI VIADUCT STRATEGIC OPTIONS

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW & John Holland & UGL
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage
PROJECT PERIOD        2019-2023

The Gundagai Viaduct Strategic Options project, executed by MLEI Bridge Pty Ltd (MLEI) for Transport for NSW, John Holland, and UGL, was commenced in 2019.
This project involved a multifaceted approach, focusing initially on the viaduct’s engineering heritage, including listing on the State Heritage Register, heritage interpretation, and providing heritage assessment and advice.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • State heritage register
  • Heritage interpretation
  • Heritage assessment and advice
  • Bridge inspection and assessment
  • Stakeholder consultation
  • Bridge design
  • Bridge rehabilitation.

MULWALA-YARRAWONGA BRIDGE STRATEGIC OPTIONS

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW & VicRoads
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage
PROJECT PERIOD        2015

In 2014, Regional Roads Victoria consulted with the community on crossing and connection options known as the ‘Grey’ and ‘Green’ routes for a new bridge between Mulwala and Yarrawonga.

The 'Grey' option was the favoured option and endorsed by the NSW and Victorian governments in 2015.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Engineering heritage
  • Site inspection and briefing
  • Demolition options
  • Cost estimates
  • Construction feasibility review.

CAMP STREET BRIDGE STRATEGIC OPTIONS

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage, Bridge Rehabilitation, Bridge Design
PROJECT PERIOD        2017-2019

The NSW Government is replacing the Camp Street Bridge over Lake Forbes to improve safety for all road users. The $12.8 million project involves building a new wider bridge with wider lanes and pedestrian and cycle paths.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Engineering heritage
  • Bridge design
  • Bridge rehabilitation
  • IV and technical support

SWAN HILL BRIDGE STRATEGIC OPTIONS

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LOCATION                   NSW & VIC
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW & VicRoads
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage, Bridge Rehabilitation
PROJECT PERIOD        2015-2023

Transport for NSW is planning for a new bridge at Swan Hill. While planning is under way, we are continuing to carry out regular maintenance work to ensure the existing bridge remains safe and serviceable for as long as it is needed. A series of essential maintenance projects has been carried out on Swan Hill Bridge since 2016.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Engineering heritage
  • Bridge rehabilitation
  • Stakeholder liaison.

NOWRA BRIDGE STRATEGIC HERITAGE

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage, Bridge Design, Bridge Rehabilitation
PROJECT PERIOD        2023
PROJECT VALUE          $342M

The heritage-listed 1881 Nowra Bridge crossing the Shoalhaven River is the unofficial gateway to the South Coast. The Nowra Bridge project provides a new four-lane bridge over the Shoalhaven River, upgraded intersections and additional lanes on the Princes Highway. Following the new bridge opening, the old bridge will be repurposed for future community use.
Major work commenced in mid-2020, leading to the recent opening of the new bridge. Concurrently, planning for the repurposing of the historic Nowra Bridge is ongoing. MLEI Bridge is actively involved in this phase, focusing on the planning, strategic options, and the Statement of Heritage Impact (SOHI) related to repurposing the historic structure.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Engineering heritage
  • PIP
  • Bridge design
  • Bridge rehabilitation

MT DEE BRIDGE ASSESSMENT

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Maitland City Council & GHD
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Rehabilitation & Bridge Assessment
PROJECT PERIOD        2016

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Bridge assessment
  • Risk assessment
  • Structural assessment
  • Bridge rehabilitation
  • Strengthening options
  • Bridge management plan.

SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE ARCH MAINTENANCE UNIT

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        TfNSW
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage, Bridge Rehabilitation
PROJECT PERIOD        2018-2019

TfNSW proposed to replace the arch maintenance units that crews use to perform routine inspections, repair work and painting on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The new units will provide better and safer access so this iconic structure can be preserved well into the future.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Engineering heritage
  • Bridge design
  • Bridge rehabilitation
  • Independent verification review

GRESFORD BRIDGE L4 & REHABILITATION

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Singleton Council
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Assessment, Bridge Rehabilitation
PROJECT PERIOD        2016

Gresford Road Bridge was closed to traffic following the devastating Hunter storms. The NSW Government funded $865,000 in natural disaster funding to Singleton Council for repairs to the bridge.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Bridge assessment
  • Bridge rehabilitation
  • Repair options
  • Strengthening options
  • Concept design

DORA CREEK BRIDGE REHABILITATION AND NEW FOOTBRIDGE CONCEPTS

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Design, Bridge Rehabilitation
PROJECT PERIOD        2016-2021

Main Road at Dora Creek is a key arterial road servicing west Lake Macquarie that connects Morisset to the south with Toronto and Glendale in the north. The upgrade aims to improve traffic flow, safety and travel times for the 8,500 motorists who use this intersection each day and support further population growth in west Lake Macquarie region.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Cost estimates
  • Concept design
  • 3D rendering and visualisations
  • Bridge design
  • Bridge rehabilitation
  • New foot bridge.

DUNBOGAN BRIDGE REHABILITATION

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Port Macquarie Hastings Council
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Assessment, Bridge Design, Bridge Rehabilitation
PROJECT PERIOD        2017-2020

The Dunbogan Bridge Rehabilitation project, led by MLEI Bridge Pty Ltd (MLEI) for the Port Macquarie Hastings Council, was successfully concluded in 2020 in NSW. The project’s scope included a comprehensive bridge assessment featuring load and brake testing and the superstructure and substructure rating.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Bridge design
  • Bridge assessment
  • Bridge rehabilitation
  • Project management
  • Cost estimates

This project highlighted MLEI’s expertise in enhancing the structural integrity and safety of existing bridge infrastructure.

BARRINGTON BRIDGE DEMOLITION

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Demolition
PROJECT PERIOD        2020

The Barrington Bridge Demolition project, managed by MLEI Bridge Pty Ltd (MLEI) for Transport for NSW, was successfully completed in 2020 in NSW.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Bridge heritage
  • Site inspections
  • Detailed report preparation
  • Bridge rehabilitation

This project demonstrated MLEI’s capability to manage complex demolition projects while maintaining heritage considerations and safety standards.

SPRING CREEK CULVERT REPLACEMENT AND DEMOLITION

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Design
PROJECT PERIOD        2021-2023

Spring Creek Bridge provides two lanes of travel along the Kamilaroi Highway between Narrabri and Wee Waa. TfNSW proposed to replace the existing bridge sized culvert and replace with a new bridge on the existing alignment.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Bridge design

RAWSONVILLE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage, Bridge Design
PROJECT PERIOD        2019-2023

The NSW Government has committed to replacing Rawsonville Bridge with a new concrete bridge.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Engineering heritage
  • Bridge design
  • Replacement concept options report

BUNDARBO BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Hilltops Council
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Assessment, Bridge Design, Bridge Rehabilitation
PROJECT PERIOD        2020
PROJECT VALUE          $5M

The Bundarbo Bridge spans the Murrumbidgee River at Jugiong. This project involved a structural assessment, including Level 4 load testing, load rating, and finite element analysis of the existing bridge.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Bridge design
  • Bridge rehabilitation
  • Inspection and Verification (IV)
  • Technical support

GRAWIN CREEK REPLACEMENT AND DEMOLITION PLANNING

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage, Bridge Design, Bridge Assessment
PROJECT PERIOD        2018-2020

The Grawin Creek Bridge replacement is the development of online demolition and replacement concept options for Section 170 Heritage listed steel truss bridge.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Engineering heritage
  • Bridge assessment
  • Bridge design
  • Bridge rehabilitation
  • Cost estimates

WARROO BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Transport for NSW
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage, Bridge Design
PROJECT PERIOD        2021-2022

The Warroo Bridge Replacement Project, overseen by TfNSW and successfully completed with MLEI Bridge Pty Ltd (MLEI) engaged for concept and detailed design, focused on the replacement of the Dare timber truss bridge over the Lachlan River at Warroo, NSW. As part of the 'Bridges for the Bush Tranche 1' program, the project objectives include load capacity, improving vehicle access, increasing safety, reducing environmental impact and respecting the bridge's heritage significance.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Bridge design
  • Road alignment planning
  • Evaluation demolition options
  • Managing the project
  • Overseeing geotechnical design and hydraulic modelling

WYBONG CREEK NEW BRIDGE

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Glencore & Mussellbrook
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Design
PROJECT PERIOD        2021
PROJECT VALUE          $5M

The Wybong Creek New Bridge project in NSW was successfully completed in 2021. Undertaken as part of the Mangoola Continued Coal Operations (MCCO) – Yarraman Road Upgrade project, this new bridge was designed to improve access and serviceability on Yarraman Road, catering to the needs of future industries in the Wybong region.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Bridge concept and detailed structural design including a new alignment and a three-span type 5 super-T structure
  • Site visits
  • Bridge option development
  • Design criteria formalisation
  • Concept design reports and drawings
  • Estimation of construction costs

Construction commenced recently, and its expected completion is April 2025.

CEDAR PARTY CREEK BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        MidCoast Council
DESCRIPTION             Bridge Design
PROJECT PERIOD        2017-Present
PROJECT VALUE          $31.3M

This project involved the replacement of an ageing bridge, supported by a grant from the NSW Government’s ‘Fixing Country Bridges’ program. The new bridge has been designed with an elevation that meets or surpasses the 100-year flood level.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Bridge design
  • Road alignment
  • Detailed plans and sections
  • Cost estimates
  • Technical support
  • Design and investigation briefs

Construction commenced recently, and its expected completion is April 2025.

KINDEE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

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LOCATION                   NSW
CLIENT                        Port Macquarie-Hastings Council
DESCRIPTION             Engineering Heritage, Bridge Design
PROJECT PERIOD        2023

For the Kindee Crossing Suspension Bridge in NSW, which was nearing the end of its usable life, the Council initiated a Strategic Optioneering and Route Analysis to evaluate options for repair, upgrade, or replacement. Following this analysis and community input, the decision was made to construct a new bridge just south of the current structure.

MLEI provided the following services:

  • Engineering heritage including L2 inspection
  • Bridge design
  • Visualisations for council and community and stakeholder engagement.

ELLISTON HOSPITAL EXTENSION

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LOCATION                  Elliston, SA
CLIENT                        SA Health c/o Damien McQullian Architect
DESCRIPTION            Hospital extension
PROJECT PERIOD      2022 – Present
PROJECT VALUE        $1M

MLEI undertook the structural & civil engineering for the new extensions to the existing hospital in Elliston. The Elliston Hospital is a single-storey facility that is operated by Mid-West Health and also incorporates some aged care facilities.

The design included:

  • Simple and easy-to-build extension
  • Demolition to existing facilities
  • Civil works upgrades.

SNOWTOWN HOSPITAL EXTENSIONS &REFURBISHMENTS

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LOCATION                             Snowtown, SA
CLIENT                                  SA Health c/o Hames Sharley
DESCRIPTION                       Hospital extensions and refurbishments
PROJECT PERIOD                 2019 – 2020
PROJECT VALUE                   $2.5M

MLEI undertook the structural & civil engineering for the extension to the existing hospital and aged care centre in Snowtown. The design included:

  • Simple residential style construction for extensions
  • Extensive structural alterations
  • Integrated fitout
  • Extensive temporary works
  • Civil works including ramps and walkways.

WUDINNA HOSPITAL EXTENSIONS

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LOCATION                  Wudinna, SA
CLIENT                        SA Health c/o Damien McQullian Architect
DESCRIPTION             Hospital extensions
PROJECT PERIOD       2022 – Present
PROJECT VALUE          $2M

MLEI undertook the structural & civil engineering for the new extensions to the existing hospital in Wudinna. The Wudinna Hospital is a single-storey facility operated by Mid-West Health and also incorporates some aged care facilities.

The design included:

  • Extension with long hallway, wet areas and waiting rooms
  • Verandah
  • Demolition to existing facilities included
  • Civil works upgrades.

PORT AUGUSTA HOSPITAL ED REFURBISHMENTS & EXTENSIONS

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LOCATION                   Port Augusta, SA
CLIENT                        SA Health c/o Hodgkinsons Architects
DESCRIPTION             Extensions and refurbishments to the Emergency Department
PROJECT PERIOD        2023–2025
PROJECT VALUE          $8M

MLEI undertook the structural & civil engineering for the new extensions to the existing Emergency Department for the Port Augusta Hospital. The Post Augusta Hospital is a single-storey facility.

The design included:

  • Emergency Department refurbishment, including
    - New drop lane
    - New entry
  • Upgrades to Mortuary, including new Mortuary access
  • Upgrades to general security.

ROYAL FLYING DOCTORS SERVICE
INTEGRATED PRIMARY HEALTH CENTRE

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LOCATION                  Port Augusta, SA
CLIENT                        Royal Flying Doctors Service c/o Walter Brooke
DESCRIPTION             Integrated healthcare facility
PROJECT PERIOD       2021–2026
PROJECT VALUE         $21M

MLEI are undertaking the structural & civil engineering for this new greenfield purpose-built integrated healthcare facility based in Port Augusta to service regional South Australia.

The design includes:

  • 2-storey facility
  • Medical service areas including consulting rooms, pathology, day surgery, dental, CSD, procedure and treatment areas, training and meeting rooms, offices
  • Lifts and stairs
  • Terraced landscaping
  • Extensive carparking and siteworks.

BROKEN HILL HOSPITAL REDEVELOPMENT

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LOCATION                  Broken Hill, NSW
CLIENT                        NSW Health c/o Barpa
DESCRIPTION             Hospital upgrade and extension
PROJECT PERIOD       2024–2025
PROJECT VALUE         $12M

MLEI undertook the structural & civil engineering redevelopment  the extension to the existing Broken Hill Hospital.

The design included:

  • New dedicated external entry with a spacious waiting area
  • Full internal refurbishment and reconfiguration of the Emergency Department, making it a bigger and more efficient space, including ambulance bay
  • New 1000m2 1-storey, 8-bed Acute Mental Health Unit
  • Earthworks, stormwater management works
  • Improvements to internal roads and carparking facilities
  • New 41-space carpark.

MODBURY HIGH SCHOOL REDEVELOPMENT

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LOCATION                   Modbury SA
CLIENT                         Department for Infrastructure Transport c/o Hames Sharley
DESCRIPTION              Redevelopment of existing high school
PROJECT PERIOD        2019 - 2021
PROJECT VALUE          $5M

MLEI undertook the structural and civil engineering for the redevelopment at Modbury High School, which was part of the Capital Works Program, formerly known as the Building Better Schools Program.

The scope included:

  • Rigorous review of civil and structural assets – focusing on buildings to be altered, extended or partially demolished
  • Part 1: Concept sketches and preliminary drawings & Part 2: Detailed engineering and design for:
    - New builds – 630m2 building, new 80m2 building to service, additional general learning areas and extension to Building 04 (Technical Studies)
    - Refurbishments to buildings 01, 01B and 04 – including seismic review
    - Associated civil works.
  • Part 3: Construction Surveillance
    - To ensure quick and coordinated response to the contractor for uninterrupted delivery.

NEW RAA CORPORATE OFFICE

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LOCATION                150 Grenfell Street, Adelaide, SA
CLIENT                      Kambitsis Group
DESCRIPTION           Major restructure of 2 buildings into one, refurbishments & extensions
PROJECT PERIOD      2017 - 2024

MLEI undertook the critical structural and civil engineering for RAA’s new corporate premises for at 150 Grenfell Street, Adelaide.

The project included:

  • Seamless integration of two buildings into one 9300m3 office tower, linking them structurally and functionally
  • 2 new floors
  • New central lift shaft
  • Complete refit – new services, new curtain wall façade
  • Modification to existing canopies
  • Stormwater drainage.

This project was a culmination of combining sustainable structural design practice through re-use and justification of existing structure and practical design. From detailed analysis of existing foundations to full earthquake building upgrade, the project required careful review of all elements.

ABERFOYLE PARK HIGH SCHOOL REDEVELOPMENT

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LOCATION                  Aberfoyle Park SA
CLIENT                        Department for Infrastructure Transport c/o Hames Sharley
DESCRIPTION           Refurbishments to existing high school
PROJECT PERIOD      2019 - 2022
PROJECT VALUE          $14M

MLEI undertook the structural and civil engineering for refurbishment and extension to a number of existing buildings at the Aberfoyle Park High School. The project was part of the Year 7 students’ undertaking schooling at high schools from 2022 program.

The design included:

  • Major refurbishment to Performing Arts
  • Administration Building refurbishment and extension
  • Building 5 seniors’ area refurbishments
  • Building 6 English building refurbishments
  • Building 10 Student services refurbishments.
  • With all buildings upgraded structurally for earthquakes.

GLOSSOP HIGH SCHOOL REDEVELOPMENT

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LOCATION                   Berri, SA
CLIENT                         Department for Infrastructure & Transport c/o Greenway Architects
DESCRIPTION              Refurbishments to existing high school
PROJECT PERIOD        2019–2021
PROJECT VALUE          $17.2M

MLEI undertook the structural and civil engineering for refurbishment and extension to a number of existing buildings and 2 new buildings at Glossop High School. The was part of the Year 7 students’ undertaking schooling at high schools from 2022 program.

The project scope included:

  • Structural design
    - Major refurbishment and extension of the Performing Arts building
    - Refurbishment and extension of the Administration building
    - New middle school hub with fitout
    - New senior school hub with fitout
    - New shade structure for central carpark
  • Civil design
    - Site works
    - Drainage and stormwater disposal.

SEAVIEW HIGH SCHOOL REDEVELOPMENT

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LOCATION                  Seacombe Heights, SA
CLIENT                        Department for Infrastructure & Transport c/o Flight Path Architects
DESCRIPTION             Design and construction of new buildings and carpark
PROJECT PERIOD        2019–2021
PROJECT VALUE          $15.7M

MLEI undertook the structural and civil engineering for the design and construction of two new buildings at Seaview High School – Creative Design building and Performing Arts building.

The design included:

  • Structural and civil design of new Creative Design double-storey building
  • Structural and civil design of new Performing Arts building
  • Structural design of refurbishment of existing building – General Learning Hub
  • Structural and civil design of tennis court and retaining walls
  • Stormwater analysis of school network
  • Civil design of both a temporary and permanent parking area
  • Integration of civil design into landscape architectural elements.

CONCORDIA COLLEGE REDEVELOPMENT: ST JOHNS CAMPUS & GYMNASIUM

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LOCATION                   Highgate, SA
CLIENT                         Concordia College c/o Sarah Constructions
DESCRIPTION              Campus upgrade and sporting facility
PROJECT PERIOD        2020 – 2023
PROJECT VALUE          $27M

MLEI undertook the civil and structural engineering design services for this major redevelopment:

  • St Johns campus, Highgate Street | $16M
    • New 3-storey building comprising new library
      and general learning areas
    • New multi-purpose hall for the junior primary
    • Expansion of the early learning centre
    • Refurbishment of existing buildings
    • Enhancement of outdoor play areas.
  • Concordia campus, Winchester Street | $10M
    New Fortiter Gymnasium comprising:

    • Multiple indoor courts
    • Teaching areas
    • Associated multi-purpose rooms.

Works were staged to ensure student numbers can be maintained on site during construction.

ELECTRANET BACKUP CONTROL CENTRE

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LOCATION                   Keswick, SA
CLIENT                         ElectraNet c/o Grieve Gillett Andersen
DESCRIPTION              New 2-storey backup control centre
PROJECT PERIOD         2017 – 2019
PROJECT VALUE           $4M

MLEI undertook the structural and civil engineering for the new 2-storey backup control centre for ElectraNet at their Keswick facility.

The design included:

  • Design to disaster level Importance Level 4
  • A data centre on ground floor complete with Faraday cage protection
  • Control centre at L1
  • Boundary blast walls
  • Emergency briefing rooms
  • Robust off-form concrete walls throughout.

The project progressed smoothly and was completed in October 2019.

RUNDLE MALL PLAZA

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LOCATION                   Rundle Mall, SA
CLIENT                         Hames Sharley
DESCRIPTION              Refurbishment of Rundle Mall Plaza
PROJECT PERIOD         2017 – 2018

MLEI undertook the structural engineering for the major refurbishment of this history building in Rundle Mall. The 1950s building which previously had anchor tenants such as David Jones, Harris Scarfe and Spotlight, and now H&M.

Although a full earthquake review was undertaken of the existing steel sway framed structure, we achieved a solution that met the functional brief without requiring earthquake upgrades. Challenges experience during construction including working around a large amount of asbestos in the building and a strict deadline due to the 2018 Christmas opening date.

The project included:

  • New façade to the south and east elevations to L3
  • New entrance including triple floor void and moving of The Spirit sculpture
  • New food court including partial removal of L2 floor to provide a double-storey space
  • 3 new escalators, new lift and shaft
  • Updated canopy including new glass entrance canopy.

THOMAS FOODS

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LOCATION                    162 Fullarton Road, Rose Park SA
CLIENT                          Thomas Foods & Medallion Homes c/o Cube Architects
DESCRIPTION               New 5-storey office building
PROJECT PERIOD          2016 – 2020
PROJECT VALUE            $25M

MLEI undertook the structural and civil engineering for the new 5 storey office building at 162 Fullarton Road, Rose Park. Our role included design & documentation as well as contract administration.

The project scope included demolition of the existing building and D&C of a new multi-use building comprising:

  • Basement carpark
  • Ground floor with retail & office space, and carpark
  • 1st, 2nd and 3rd floor offices
  • 4th floor residence and swimming pool.

THE BEND MOTORSPORT PARK

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LOCATION                  Tailem Bend, SA
CLIENT                        Peregrine Corporation
DESCRIPTION             New pit building and hotel
PROJECT PERIOD        2016-2018
PROJECT VALUE          $25M

MLEI were responsible for the structural and civil engineering for the Pit Building and Hotel at the brand-new sports motor park at Tailem Bend. Coming in at 308m long, the building boasted garages for 34 racing vehicles, corporate viewing areas, restaurants, bars, race timing facilities, members lounge and a 40-bed hotel over 2 levels. The project was delivered under a strict budget and timeframe.

The building was designed with repetition, simplicity, and economy in mind. The suspended floors were concrete on metal deck with composite steel beams. Precast walls were used extensively on most of the facades as well as between garages and hotel rooms. The building has 7 fire escape stairs, 3 lifts, balcony viewing areas, extensive roof mounted plant and 2 full building movement joints.

MLEI have also been involved with the wider project including purpose designed “Mancaves” for the storage of personal cars, Stadium Circuit Building for go-karting and drift racing, 4WD building for a purpose made 4WD track and many more items.

MONARTO SAFARI PARK VISITOR CENTRE

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LOCATION                   Monarto, SA
CLIENT                         Zoos SA c/o Intro Architecture
DESCRIPTION              New visitor centre
PROJECT PERIOD        2018–2023
PROJECT VALUE          $16.8M

MLEI undertook the structural and civil engineering for the new Monarto Safari Park Zoo visitor centre. The new visitors centre replaced the existing facility and was located in a completely new location off Monarto Road to the north of the Zoo site.

The design included:

  • Visitors centre complete with entry, ticketing, staff office, shop, café, restaurant, stores, and lookout
  • 1,500 carpark including buses, motorhomes
  • Drop off, service yards
  • External amphitheatre with play equipment
  • Drainage basin
  • Extensive landscaping.

The visitors centre had a unique shape and used a variety of construction materials including rammed earth walls, blockwork, lightweight facades using Corten steel.

MARK TILLEY

Associate | Principal Bridge Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Hons Civil
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland
  • Australia Engineering Heritage Committee
  • Australian Heritage Group Forum
  • International Orthotropic Bridge Forum
  • Forensic Engineers Society of Australia.

Mark has over 33 years of experience in bridges and structures from experience at TfNSW, Rail, and major Contractors and Consultants. Mark’s experience covers all aspects of bridge management, from inspection, assessment, evaluations, load testing, risk and feasibility studies, constructability reviews and cost estimates. He has a specialist interest in heritage bridges, fatigue, innovative, practical solutions, and emergency and brownfield bridge works.

Mark is well known in the industry, playing a critical part in several projects receiving Engineering Excellence Awards and two Colin Crisp Awards. These projects include Duffs and Marlee, Swansea, Dunmore and Hinton Bridges, and Movable Span Study.

NICHOLAS MURPHY

Executive Chair | Senior Engineer

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Civil
  • Advanced Diploma of Business
  • Chartered Professional Engineer
  • Engineering Executive
  • Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland
  • Registered Building Practitioner Victoria
  • Registered Engineer Northern Territory
  • Governance of Registered Organisations Certificate.

Nicholas found MLEI Consulting Engineers in 2007. He has a sound understanding of company governance, while remaining highly knowledgeable in the everyday requirements of running a business. He has extensive business experience over various industries including engineering, construction, commercial property development, car leasing and credit financing.

Nicholas was Managing Director for over 6.5 years during which time he grew the company into a workforce of over 135 staff across SA, VIC, NT, NSW and QLD and oversaw 6 successful acquisitions in the MLEI Group. In 2023, he stepped up to Executive Chair of the Board, with a continued vision for further growth.