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Growler AEAC Facility
About the project
As part of the Growler Airborne Electronic Attack Capability (AEAC) Facility Project at RAAF Base Amberley, Pensar was contracted to construct a new hardstand for the twelve newly acquired aircraft.
Location
RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland
Client & Duration
Department of Defence/Lendlease
March 2018 - October 2019
Project Scope
- Demolition of existing aircraft apron including 20,000m² of asphalt/concrete
- More than 70,000m³ of bulk earthworks – cut and spoil and replacement
- 23,000m³ of concrete to be laid across a 65,000m² footprint
- Installation of 1500m of drainage
- Piling pads for new structures
- Construction of an adjacent asphalt carpark, associated drainage and building pad
- Installation of large fuel trap, flame trap and treatment filters
Challenges
- PFAS contaminated material to be disposed of
- The potential impacts of dust and FOD to operational aircraft
- The need to prioritise military operational needs at all times
- Stringent specifications to achieve the required product standards
- Identification of additional contaminants—such as asbestos and fuel lines—during the project
- Security requirements of the base had the potential to impact access and deliveries
- High ambient temperatures constrained concrete pour times
Achievements
- Developed and implemented a detailed methodology to ensure deep sewer line was constructed safely
- Collaborative relationship established with Principal’s Representative enabled implementation of several time-saving initiatives
- We worked closely with Boral to achieve a constant mix throughout
- Undertook concrete pours at night to reduce risk of premature setting due to high ambient temperature
- Stage #1 was completed six weeks ahead of schedule
- Stage #2 was completed two months ahead of schedule
- All asbestos and contaminated material safely removed from site and disposed of in accordance with regulations
