Icon Water Sewer Pump Station Upgrades

Direct Client Downer Group, Icon Water
Sectors
- Public Domain & Community
Services
- Civil
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Year 2024-2025
Location
- Canberra

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Partnership

Northrop worked in close collaboration with Downer Group to deliver the upgrade of two suburban sewer pump stations in Latham, and major pump stations in Fyshwick and Amtech Estate in the Icon Water Network. The project team developed a cooperative working relationship which including the key stakeholders from Icon Water, including their field operations teams, project management team and technical engineering team. Northrop documented upgrades to the civil, electrical, ventilation and mechanical engineering components for the Sewer Pump Stations.

This project aligns with Icon Water’s aspirations to improve network reliability, reduce ongoing maintenance costs and provide a better service to the community. The involvement of Northrop ensured that all aspects of the engineering design were carefully considered, with a focus on long-term sustainability and technical quality.

Project

The Icon Water Sewer Pump Station Upgrades project is part of a larger strategic initiative aimed at supporting the region’s growth and maintaining the quality of essential water and wastewater services. The upgrades are designed to improve the infrastructure that services the local district and suburban areas, in line with the Growth Servicing Plan, which spans the short, medium, and long-term (0-20 years).

The project focuses on mid-size shared infrastructure, upgrading key sewer pump stations to accommodate future growth. The upgrades are based on the anticipated development and population increase in major infill and greenfield areas, as outlined in the Growth Servicing Plan, with targeted investments leading up to 2042.

Delivery

Northrop’s involvement in civil, electrical, ventilation and mechanical engineering for the Sewer Pump Station Upgrades played a crucial role in ensuring that the project adhered to Icon Water’s technical standards and regulatory requirements.
The upgrades aimed to balance financial, environmental, and social outcomes, with a particular emphasis on maintaining reliable and sustainable wastewater services. Northrop’s engineering expertise also ensured that all systems were designed with resilience in mind, in alignment with Icon Water’s Climate Change Adaptation Plan, which accounts for potential climate impacts such as bushfire risks and water scarcity.

Impact

The Sewer Pump Station Upgrades significantly enhance the region’s wastewater infrastructure, ensuring it can accommodate future population growth. The improvements provide reliable, efficient services while supporting Icon Water’s commitment to environmental sustainability. The upgrades help maintain the liveability and biodiversity of the region by ensuring wastewater is treated and returned to the Murrumbidgee system as high-quality environmental flows. This project supports the broader Growth Servicing Plan and strengthens Icon Water’s ability to manage climate change impacts while meeting regulatory and service delivery standards.

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