Ti Tree Cell 7 Construction

Location Willowbank, QLD 4306
Client Veolia
Head Contractor Hazell Bros (QLD) Pty Ltd
Type of works Landfill
Overall Project Value $20M
Status Current (expected completion 2025)

 

The project at Ti Tree Bio-Energy Facility involves the construction of a leachate liner system on a new "piggyback" landfill cell, integrated with an existing monocell. It includes rehabilitation of a former coal mine while maintaining public operations at the waste facility. Key tasks include bulk earthworks, the installation of various liners and geosynthetic materials, groundwater management systems, and stormwater drainage. The scope also covers the necessary site preparation, excavation, material handling, and coordination of safety and environmental controls. Additionally, the project entails detailed planning and communication with stakeholders throughout the process, with a strong focus on sustainability and compliance with legislative requirements.

Scope of Works:

  • Clearing and grubbing of 110,600 m²
  • Bulk earthworks (cut and fill) to achieve liner level, excavation, filling, and compaction for Cell 7
  • Removal and disposal of existing caps and material as necessary
  • Supply and installation of various geosynthetic materials (GCL, HDPE geomembrane, LLDPE geomembrane, geogrids)
  • Construction of anchor trenches and connection to existing liners
  • Placement of leachate drainage aggregate and separation geotextiles
  • Excavation and compaction for the formation of Cell 7 and perimeter, including northern "plug"
  • General fill to complete formation and sub-base layers
  • Excavation and backfilling of riser trench
  • Supply and installation of groundwater underdrain systems
  • Design and installation of a leachate pump and ring-main system
  • Connection of groundwater collection systems to the existing leachate management system
  • Installation of stormwater drainage infrastructure
  • Constructing and backfilling of drainage trenches
  • Implementation of erosion and sediment control measures
  • Environmental protection, site management, and compliance with legislative requirements
  • Installation of cover soil, turf, and hydro-mulch
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