Kaitaia Water Emergency Response Project

Client: Ventia, FNDC, Te Runanga O Te Rarawa

Scope: Installation of emergency waterline for Kaitaia

Key aspects of this project included:

• Installed 4 km of 4x 125mm OD water pipe, extending from the pump station and crossing school grounds and farmland to reach the iwi-owned bore
• Both Trenching and Trenchless (HDD) Installation methods used
• Contributed to methodology and design
• Mobilised rapidly to meet urgent project needs
• Managed a high-profile project with critical, time-sensitive deadlines
• Conducted respectful and attentive stakeholder engagement with the council, iwi, and other parties, as the proposed route crossed Māori land, private property and two schools
• Negotiations and management of suppliers to meet deadlines

Key Achievements:

• Completed ducting installation in just 7 days
• Created employment opportunities for seven locals, with four retained post-project
• 100% of project team whakapapa to Te Rarawa
• Effectively managed stakeholder relationships
• Maintained a zero-incident record

This project showcases our capacity to mobilise resources quickly and deliver essential infrastructure within urgent timelines. It highlights our expertise in large-scale water pipeline installations across challenging terrains, our ability to offer innovative design and construction methods, proactive stakeholder engagement, especially around culturally significant areas, and our commitment to supporting the local economy.