Project Description
Meadowbank TAFE, a prestigious educational institution located in New South Wales, is at the forefront of providing top-quality vocational courses and training programs. With a focus on practical skills and industry relevance, Meadowbank TAFE empowers students to forge successful careers in various fields. Their commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment, fostering a sense of community and collaboration, sets us apart.
In our pursuit of excellence, TAFE NSW recently embarked on an ambitious project—the construction of the New Technical Trades Building. As part of this endeavor, Kerfoot took on the role of the early works contractor, bringing their expertise and professionalism to the table.
Specific items within the scope of this project were:
- Timely Procurement of products/items with a prolonged lead time;
- Relocation of existing potable water services from proposed substation easement in
- accordance with the hydraulic engineering documentation;
- Construction of retaining structures in accordance with the structural engineering
- documentation to meet Ausgrid requirements;
- Complete Substation relocation site works as per the Level 3 Electrical Engineering
- documentation and energise the new substation, followed by the decommissioning
- and removal of the existing substation and all redundant associated services;
- Construction of the New Main Switch Board Room and all associated services &
- metering facilities as described in the documentation package;
- Complete in ground works (pit and pipe) for the new submains and future ICT cabling
- in accordance with the electrical & communications engineering documentation;
- Energise the new Main Switch Board Room followed by the decommissioning of the
- existing Main Switch Board and remove all the existing redundant cabling and
- associated services;
- Installation of new Low Voltages consumer mains and submain cabling to reconnect
- supplies to all existing switchboards in the affected existing buildings;
Project Accolades
Kerfoot played a pivotal role as the principal contractor, overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the project to ensure seamless collaboration among multiple trades, including a skilled builder.
Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Kerfoot demonstrated unwavering dedication and adaptability, successfully completing all works while adhering to strict health and safety protocols.
Thanks to the meticulous planning, efficient execution, and unwavering commitment of the Kerfoot team, the project was completed on time and within the allocated budget, showcasing their professionalism and ability to deliver outstanding results.
Kerfoot’s exemplary work at Meadowbank TAFE’s New Technical Trades Building is a testament to our expertise, professionalism, and dedication to excellence.
