Goonyella Preventative Culvert Maintenance

The Project

The Aurizon Preventative Culvert Maintenance project was a large-scale drainage preservation program within the Goonyella Rail Network. Aimed at improving drainage efficiency and reducing the risk of track damage, our team provided end-to-end maintenance services for critical culvert assets. By identifying and resolving potential issues before they impacted the network, we have helped Aurizon extend asset life and ensure the long-term reliability of the Goonyella system.

Client

Aurizon

Value

Duration

August 2024 – June 2025

Location

Goonyella Rail Network, Central Queensland

Services

Rail infrastructure maintenance, drainage remediation, and civil earthworks

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The Scope

Successfully delivered preventative maintenance services across 50 individual sites in the Goonyella network
Conducted high-pressure jetting and silt removal to ensure unobstructed water flow through drainage assets
Utilised advanced camera inspections to identify structural defects and erosion issues before failure
Managed vegetation and debris removal to prevent culvert blockages and improve corridor accessibility
Repaired areas of scouring at inlets and outlets to stabilise embankments and prevent track washouts
Executed all works ahead of the scheduled completion date through proactive project management
Expanded the original project scope to include four additional sites while maintaining strict quality standards
Achieved a perfect safety record with zero incidents or injuries recorded across the entire project duration
Overcame environmental challenges and wet weather through adaptive problem-solving and flexible scheduling

Goonyella Preventative Culvert Maintenance

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The Scope

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