Saunders was awarded a contract by Northern Star Resources to undertake the CIL3 Tanks Replacement project at the Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM) in Western Australia.

The project involves the reconstruction and upgrade of six carbon-in-leach (CIL) tanks, each measuring 12.7 metres in diameter and 13.5 metres in height. The scope also includes associated pipework, structural steel, and interconnecting launders within a complex brownfield environment.

The project aims to increase throughput and enhance the reliability of the Fimiston Processing Plant by upgrading the third bank of CIL tanks. Saunders’ advanced construction methodology ensures the plant remains fully operational throughout the project, minimising shutdowns and maintaining continuous revenue for Northern Star Resources.

This project highlights Saunders’ growing presence in Western Australia, supported by the establishment of a regional office in Perth.