Larrakeyah L2 – Fuel Farm

Services

Electrical & Lightening / Data & Communications / Hazardous Areas Management / Project Management

Industries

Defence

Project Manager

Scott Garrick

Location

Larrakeyah Defence Precinct, Darwin, NT 

Scope

Design and installation of four 30m lighting towers with floodlights, distribution board, and underground reticulation 

Timeline

Commenced January 2021

Project Overview

MEC NT was engaged to deliver the supply and installation of electrical and ICT services for the new fuel farm ground works at the Larrakeyah Defence Precinct, Darwin, NT. The project included high and low voltage conduit and earthing installation, ICT conduit and pit installations, earthing and lightning protection, and the disconnection of existing services for demolition. The works were performed for Intract Pty Ltd, supporting critical Defence infrastructure upgrades.

Challenge

The project required the integration of complex electrical and ICT infrastructure within an active Defence site, with strict compliance, safety, and security requirements. Key challenges included: 


  • Coordinating works around ongoing Defence operations and site access restrictions. 


  • Managing multiple subcontractors and specialist trades. 


  • Ensuring all installations met Defence and Australian standards for hazardous areas, earthing, and lightning protection. 


  • Delivering works with zero lost time injuries (LTIs) and maintaining a high standard of quality and documentation.

Solution

MEC NT provided a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary solution: 


  • Installed HV and LV conduits, earthing systems, and lightning protection for the new fuel farm. 


  • Delivered ICT conduit and pit installations, including additional tank earthing and comms pit removal under tanks. 


  • Managed the disconnection and removal of existing services, substation, and pits as part of demolition and upgrade works. 


  • Supplied and installed light & CCTV poles for LED floodlighting & Cameras, cable trays, and communications infrastructure as per Defence specifications. 


  • Coordinated all works with detailed QA, safety, and compliance documentation, and managed a diverse team of electricians, communications technicians, operators, and apprentices.

Results

  • Successful delivery of critical electrical and ICT infrastructure supporting Defence fuel operations. 


  • Enhanced site safety and compliance, with zero LTIs reported. 


  • Improved operational resilience and future-proofing for Defence fuel storage and distribution. 


  • Positive engagement with client and stakeholders, with all works delivered to specification and ongoing support provided.