South Australia

GHD’s South Australian operations provide a truly integrated technical consulting service across a broad range of disciplines. With offices in Adelaide, Mount Gambier and Roxby Downs, our clients benefit from our local knowledge and experience, coupled with our ability to draw on global services. We are focused on the care of our people and clients through our commitment to safety.

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Our people deliver client-focussed, sustainable solutions by combining technical skills, experience and innovation with an understanding of our clients' objectives and aspirations.

Clients value our diversity. We provide the complete solution, from concept to construction, across a broad range of disciplines.

We established our local presence in South Australia 11 years ago with 35 staff in our Grenfell Street office. Today, our team of 190-plus collaborate in Green Star Accredited accommodation to provide technical solutions from 16 service groups, all focussed on the needs of businesses within South Australia.

At the top of our concerns rests the safety of our people and our clients. Safety is our upmost priority, with care and thought feeding all that we do.

For more information, contact:

Tony Norrish
T: 61 8 8111 6600 | F: 61 8 8111 6699 | E: Email GHD in South Australia

Location address
Level 4
211 Victoria Square
Adelaide SA 5000
Australia

Postal address
GPO Box 2052
Adelaide SA 5001
Australia

Architecture	Asset Management	Building Hydraulics	Bridges
Dams	Desalination	HVAC	Hydrocarbons Processing
Hydrocarbons Trsnaportaion	Industrial Water & Waste	Intelligent Transport Solutions	Interior Design
Landscape Arcitecture	Mining Engineering	Oil & Gas	Pavement Engineering
Plant Engineering	Power Delivery	Power Generation	Property & Buildings
Railways	Renewable Energy	Roads and Highways	Roads Systems
Structures	Tailings	Urban Development	Water Quality and Treatment
Waste Management	Wastewater Treatment	Water	Water Efficiency
Water Sciences	Waterways & Coastal

Waterproofing the South Stage 1

GHD was engaged as the lead consultant for the detailed design of two wetlands, two detention basins, a 93 ML storage dam at Wilfred Taylor Reserve and approximately 18km of non-potable water distribution network to harvest 850 ML per annum of stormwater runoff from the Christie Creek catchment. Our scope included:

Concept design of wetlands, detention basins, distribution system and storage dam
Functional design advice regarding distribution system and route assessment advice
Hydraulic modelling and optimisation of water distribution network
Detailed design of earthworks, access roads, drainage structures, 93 ML storage dam, wetlands and detention basins
Landscaping design and aquatic planting by others

When fully operational the system will harvest 850 ML of stormwater per annum for reuse; therefore reducing potable water demand. Prevention of 850 ML of stormwater and associated contaminants from discharging to the gulf, therefore reducing adverse impacts on sea grasses and marine species. Reduced flood risk downstream of detention basins including the Christie Creek crossing of South Road.

Lake Condah Restoration project management

GHD was engaged to project manage the design and construction of infrastructure that would allow the restoration of Lake Condah, near Heywood in Victoria.

Lake Condah forms a key part of the recently declared “Budj Bim National Heritage Landscape,” and is identified as a wetland of national significance, on cultural and ecological grounds.

XO Establishment Adelaide

Located in the heart of the restaurant sector of Hutt Street, GHD's brief was to develop a club atmosphere that embodied the 'fashion capitals' of Europe, and localised it for Adelaide.

The inspiration for the design team was the subtle use of distinctive finishes, the use of the signature form 'XO', plus the creation of a luxurious yet understated open plan environment.

Tony Norrish

Tony Norrish has been with GHD for 28 years and in that time, has undertaken key roles in a number of GHD offices, most recently as GHD's Operations Manager for Victoria.

With his technical background in the water sector and strong passion for client focused project outcomes, Tony has recently played a significant role in the delivery of a number of alliance projects with Melbourne Water. These projects include the “Pipelines Alliance” that is responsible for the delivery of 25 projects with a total capital value of $150M and the $625M “Sugarloaf Pipeline Alliance” comprising 70 km of pipeline and associated pump stations.

Tony has recently relocated to Adelaide as State Manager for the South Australian operations. His move replaces David Luscombe, who is now GHD Global Market Leader for Energy & Resources based in Brisbane.

Positon: Operating Centre Manager, South Australia
Tel: 61 8 8111 6600

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Michael Tasker

Michael Tasker has over 25 years experience as a consulting engineer in design, documentation and management of multidiscipline projects and joined GHD in 2000. Michael leads the marketing and business development team for GHD in South Australia and is responsible for the strategic positioning of GHD in the market place.

With a comprehensive technical background, knowledge of the local market and a strong Client focus, Michael is able to respond to your needs and provide the right GHD team for your project.

Position: Business Development Manager, South Australia
Tel: 61 8 8111 6637

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David Alm

David has over 25 years experience as project director or design manager in a diverse range of projects and has worked with GHD since 1997. David is a chartered professional engineer with a Bachelor of Engineering (electrical).

David’s key experience is centred around the management of multi-discipline teams on projects that involve complex and/or novel elements relating to power generation, aviation, electrical technology, highly serviced infrastructure or engineering services in general. Projects include airfield lighting, control systems and pavements for numerous aviation facilities across Australia and internationally, power distribution, emergency, standby and base load power stations including a 25 MW gas turbine at Port Lincoln.

David is experienced in providing appropriate, coordinated and timely input for geographically disperse projects from an Adelaide base.

Position: Business Group Manager, Energy and Resources
Tel: 61 8 8111 6633

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Michael Scott

Michael Scott has been with GHD for over 11 years, having worked in our Brisbane, Dubai and Mount Gambier offices.

His experience includes management of major international infrastructure master planning projects, management of environmental and planning studies to facility project development approval, and design management of multi-disciplinary projects.

His key areas of experience include client communication, management of multi-disciplinary teams and the development and management of project controls and tools.

Position: Business Group Manager, Water and Environment

Tel: 61 8 8111 6696

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John Ewers

John is a chartered professional Engineer with a Bachelor of Engineering (civil). He has over 20 years experience in project management and design of structural, civil infrastructure, transport, marine and environmental projects including the primary water supply system for Olympic Dam, concept design for the Osborne Maritime Precinct, rehabilitation of the wharves at Birkenhead and the Adelaide Rail Freight study.

John’s background and experience gives him a sound understanding of both the environmental issues and the engineering considerations necessary in the development of infrastructure projects, and the ability to blend the needs and requirements of both fields.

Position: Business Group Manager, Transportation
Tel: 61 8 8111 6643

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David Pinnock

With over 30 years experience as an Architect and Design Manager, David has completed projects across Australia and internationally from our Adelaide base. He has experience across a variety of project types including civil, commercial, education, health, residential, industrial and defence facilities. He has a particular interest in consular and judicial facility design and a career long commitment to sustainable design. His commitment to the importance of design has resulted in peer recognition, including industry awards for his Roxby Downs, Brisbane Law Courts and Torrens Lake Walk projects.

Position: Business Group Manager, Buildings
Tel: 61 8 8111 6655

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Awards

Our work speaks for itself. The awards and recognition received by our leading teams is testament to the quality and thought leadership displayed across our whole business.

Our teams have been recognised in the following ways:

2008

Australia Award for Urban Design 2008
Glenelg Tramline Extension (together with our client DTEI)
Community Ideas Competition (South Australia) Unrestricted Design
Victoria Square redesign
Note: Glenelg Tramline Extension also won the Adelaide Prize 2008, however was entered by DTEI (GHD SA prepared the submission on DTEI’s behalf)
Planning Institute of Australia, 2008 Awards for Planning Excellence (South Australia) Commendation
Cheltenham Racecourse and Environs Precinct Masterplan. Category- Urban Design – Plans and Ideas.
Planning Institute of Australia, 2008 Award for Planning Excellence
Kaurna Cultural Heritage Based Survey, Category – Social and Community Based Planning
Design Institute of Australia, South Australia Division 2008 Commendation
for design of fitout of three levels of office building at 211 Victoria Square, South Australia
ACEA Certificate of Recognition
2008, GC Pipeline Link Project, Bendigo
Engineering Excellence Awards QLD Division,
2008, Raising Lenthall Dam, 2008, Wide Bay Water
Engineering Excellence Awards QLD Division,
2008 Salisbury to Kuraby Rail Upgrade, QR
Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia
South West 1 Enterprise Park & Berrinba Wetlands Category: Qld Div. For projects over $1million
Civil Contractors Federation Earth Awards
South West 1 Enterprise Park & Berrinba Wetlands
Category: Earth Award

2007

Planning Institute of Australia, 2007 Awards for Planning Excellence (South Australia)
Kaurna Cultural Heritage Survey. Category – Social & Community Planning.
Planning Institute of Australia, 2007 Awards for Planning Excellence (South Australia) Commendation
Tea Tree Gully Desired Residential Character Study. Category - Urban Planning Achievement.
Planning Institute of Australia, 2007 Awards for Planning Excellence (South Australia) Commendation
Donna Ferretti. Category - Planning Scholarship Research and Teaching.
Planning Institute of Australia, 2007 Awards for Planning Excellence Commendation
Kaurna Cultural Heritage Survey. Category – Social & Community Planning.
Australian Institute of Project Management, Project Management Achievement Awards 2007 (South Australia)
for the “Design and Installation of a National Waterfront Closed Circuit Television Network” for the Australian Customs Service. Category - Information Technology.
Aged Care Association of Australia Awards 2007 (National and South Australia)
Springfields Residential Care facility. Category – New Building.
GHD - Gold Award of Merit – Green Bridge Project
2007 ACEA Awards for Excellence
Category: Transport and Civil Infrastructure
GHD - Silver Award of Highly Commended – Mallaty Creek Pipeline Project
2007 ACEA Awards for Excellence
Category: Energy and Resources
GHD Newcastle – Transport and Logistics - Achievement of the Year Award
2007 Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Australia Awards
Category: Rail
GHD Tasmania - Jury Chairperson’s Award (overall winner)
Planning Institute of Australia State Awards
Rural and Regional Planning
Young planner of the Year (Emma Riley, MPIA, CPP)
Category: Planning
Australian Customs Service - National Waterfront Closed Circuit Television Network
Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) Achievement Awards
Category: Information Technology
GHD Ballina
2007 Ballina Shire Business Excellence Award
Category: Professional Services
GHD Coffs Harbour
2007 Coffs Coast Business Award - ANZ Banking Group Professions and Services business of the year
Category: Professional Services
Central Vehicle Washpoint Facility
2007 Project Management Achievement Awards, Australian Institute of Project Management
Category: Construction/ Aerospace
Green Bridge Project
2007 Queensland Division Engineering Excellence Awards, Engineers Australia
Category: Project Infrastructure
Hale Street Link Feasibility Study – High Commendation
2007 Queensland Division Engineering Excellence Awards, Engineers Australia
Category: Reports, Procedures, Systems
Grafton Bridge Safety Screens
2007 NZIA Resene New Zealand Awards for Architecture
Category: Special
Hillsborough Infiltration/Inflow (I/I) Pilot Reduction Program
Ingenium (NZ local government engineers association)
Category :Investigations and Reporting
Winner
Hamilton Water Treatment Station Upgrade Project
Ingenium (NZ local government engineers association)
Category : Capital Works
Highly commended
Knowledge Management Combats Toxin, Taste and Odour Risk
Ingenium (NZ local government engineers association)
Category : Best technical presentation
Mallaty Creek Pipeline Project
2007 Victorian Engineering Excellence Awards
Category: Engineering Innovation
High Commendation
2007 Governor of Victoria Export Awards
Services Award Commendee
Focus on International Development Assistance (IDA) Group

2006

Filling of Fuel Storage Tunnels at HMNZ Navy Base Devonport
2006 NZ Defence Industry Association
Category: Projects up to $7m
Winner
Auckland Central Library
2006 NZIA Resene New Zealand Awards for Architecture
Beenyup Wastewater Treatment Plant Odour Control and Upgrade Stage 2
2006 ACEA Excellence Award
Category: Water
Gold Award
Harvey Irrigation Pipeline Project – Phase 1
WA Engineers Australia Excellence Awards 2006
Category: Infrastructure and Buildings; Engineering for Regional Communities
Won Engineering for Regional Communities category
South West Metropolitan Railway Package E Detailed Design
WA Engineers Australia Excellence Awards 2006
Category: Infrastructure and Buildings
Professional Engineer of The Year
Engineers Australia – Newcastle Division
2005 Engineering Excellence Award
Maoto Fono Samoan Community Meeting House
Planning Institute Australia - QLD Division
Certificate of Merit
2006 Business Excellence Awards
Excellence in Business and Professional Services
GHD Albury/Wodonga Office
Winner
2006 ACEA Excellence Awards
Eildon Dam Improvement Project
High Commendation
Engineers Australia, Victoria Division
2006 Young Professional Engineer of the Year
Jon McNaught

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