New Westconnex M5 Ventilation Systems

Imagine being responsible for critical electrical systems on Australia's largest transport project valued at $4.3 billion. That's precisely what our team tackled at the New Westconnex M5, where we installed complex ventilation systems to mitigate noise. The challenges were immense—zero tolerance for safety incidents, coordination with multiple contractors, and systems that needed to perform reliably for decades. Our team of Level 2 electricians worked for 12 months to implement comprehensive safety protocols designed explicitly for tunnel environments. We're particularly proud that we achieved zero safety incidents and zero compliance issues throughout this high-risk project, showcasing our capability to handle major infrastructure work while meeting the most stringent government specifications.

Client: CPB Contractors

Location: Sydney, NSW

Industry: Transport Infrastructure

Project Value: Part of $4.3 Billion project

Challenge

As Australia’s largest transport and urban revitalisation project, the New Westconnex M5 required sophisticated electrical systems for its extensive ventilation infrastructure. The project required: 

  • Absolutely zero tolerance for safety incidents or compliance issues 
  • Coordination with multiple contractors in a complex construction environment 
  • The installation of electrical systems that would perform reliably for decades 
  • Adherence to stringent government specifications 
  • Minimal disruption to existing infrastructure during installation

Our Solution

Selected as CPB’s contractor of choice, Beaches Electric:

Comprehensive  Installation

Comprehensive Installation

  • Deployed a dedicated team of six qualified electricians for 12 months 
  • Supplied and installed complete electrical systems for the ventilation infrastructure 
  • Implemented noise abatement electrical systems to meet environmental requirements
Safety & Compliance Excellence

Safety & Compliance Excellence

  • Developed and executed comprehensive safety protocols specific to tunnel environments 
  • Implemented rigorous quality assurance processes for all electrical work 
  • Conducted thorough testing and documentation of all systems.
Technical  Expertise

Technical Expertise

  • Applied our Level 2 electrical capabilities to manage complex power distribution 
  • Designed redundancy into critical systems to ensure uninterrupted operation 
  • Implemented energy-efficient solutions despite the high-demand environment

Results

  • Achieved zero safety incidents across 12 months of work in a high-risk environment
  • Delivered zero compliance issues on a government-scrutinised $4.3 billion project
  • Completed all work on schedule, contributing to overall project timeline adherence
  • Established Beaches Electric as a trusted contractor for major infrastructure projects
  • Created electrical systems that continue to operate flawlessly since installation

Team Expertise Applied

This project highlighted our capabilities in: 

  • High-voltage electrical work requiring Level 2 certification 
  • Industrial-scale ventilation system electrical infrastructure 
  • Government compliance and documentation 
  • Safety management in complex construction environments 
  • Large-scale project coordination