Neilson Street Rail Yard

This project for NZ Rail Corporation entailed working within the live railway environment with significant hazards including live double shunting and container traffic, excavation of toxic waste and the presence of asbestos in excavations.

Key aspects of the scope of works included construction of a container hardstand pavement, rehabilitation of existing pavements, rail track extension, installation of a stormwater system and the creation of a treatment wetland and outlet to Manukau Harbour.

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CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

“This project was very complex with numerous time constraints, yet the work was completed on time to a high standard of quality and accuracy. Dempsey Wood’s proven experience, partnering team spirit and problem-solving abilities were invaluable on this difficult project, resulting in an extension to enable a further area of pavement to be constructed using funds left over from the original contract.

Dempsey Wood addressed all identified health and safety and technical issues in a logical and structured manner. Hazards were isolated, eliminated or minimised with the appropriate use of safety equipment, traffic management or other appropriate measures with a high degree of communication.We would strongly recommend Dempsey Wood for similar type civil contruction projects in the future.”
Simon Murphy, Harrison Grierson