Robe Valley Sustaining (RVS) Project
Rio Tinto
Pilbara Region, Western Australia, Australia
Sustaining production while connecting with Traditional Owners and supporting Indigenous businesses.
This major expansion included the development of three new mining deposits and the construction of supporting infrastructure to continue operations of the two existing operational hubs at Mesa A and Mesa J.
Calibre QuadR played a key role throughout the Robe Valley Sustaining project from prefeasibility to the implementation phase including the preliminary and definitive engineering studies and from early 2019, EPCM delivery partner.
Respectful engagement with Traditional Owners
Our emphasis on the importance of cultural awareness and maintaining consistent engagement with the Traditional Owners was critical to the success of the project.
- Respectful engagement with Traditional Owners to better understand and manage cultural differences
- Award of ~$70m of contracts to local indigenous businesses
- Engagement with Traditional Owners to arrange clearances prior to access or works
- Regular ‘Welcome to Country’ ceremonies and cultural awareness training