DETAILED SCOPE AND DESCRIPTION

South Burnett Regional Council was successful in achieving funding under Round Three (3) of the 2022-2024 Local Government Levy Ready grant program with the works entailing installing a weighbridge with waste measurement software, upgrade of transfer station, operator’s cabin and traffic management infrastructure including civil and road works associated with the reconfiguration at the Council owned Wondai Waste Facility in Wondai.

The Nanango Waste Facility upgrade aim was to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and accessibility by transforming the existing site into a fully functional transfer station.

These projects included the procurement and installation of weighbridge systems, supporting infrastructure, and improvements to waste management areas.

The upgrades will facilitate better waste tracking, regulated site access, and improved environmental compliance.

By incorporating modern waste management technologies and infrastructure, the facilities will provide a more user-friendly and efficient waste disposal experience for the community.

The full scope of ATC Consulting Engineers involvement in the project to ensure project outcomes were achieved included:

• Project Management and Delivery
• Contract Administration
• Technical guidance and support to the Principal
• Onsite Engineering supervision
• Review quality data
• Leadership and management of the project

PROJECT OUTCOMES

Streamline use of the waste facilities minimising waste created within SBRC area ensuring best practices are implemented and maintained.

Meet legislation requirements under Waste Reduction and Recycling Act to install weighbridges such that every vehicle can be weighed to correctly report waste quantities and collect the Waste Levy.

Contribute to building safe, connected, and liveable communities.

Create safe transfer stations encouraging users to sort and recycle waste prior to placing waste in the general waste area which will extend the functional life of the waste facility.