Projects
From design through to handover we can look after all aspects of your site maintenance and upgrades. Take a look at some of the many projects we’ve successfully completed below.
CBH Narngulu Site Expansion – Mechanical Scope
Location: Narngulu, near Geraldton, Western Australia
Ellett Contracting was engaged to deliver the mechanical scope of works for the Narngulu Site Expansion Project providing an additional 200,000 tonnes of permanent grain storage.
The project addressed critical operational improvements.
Scope of Works Delivered:
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Construction of five new Open Bulkheads ranging in length from 265m to 410m
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Installation of new site wind fence spanning 8m heigh x 25m long
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Installation and commissioning of 2 x CBH-supplied Auger Pits and Conveyor Loading Systems (CLS)
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Including associated infrastructure: trippers, stackers, compressor slabs, compressors, and MCC units
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Modification of existing OBHs to align with the new site layout and operational flow
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Full commissioning and testing of all newly installed infrastructure
This expansion significantly increases Narngulu’s throughput and storage capability while enhancing operational efficiency and safety for CBH growers and site personnel.
CBH Shark Lake Throughput Expansion – Mechanical Scope
Location: Shark Lake, near Esperance, Western Australia
Ellett Contracting was engaged to deliver the mechanical scope of works for the CBH Shark Lake Throughput Expansion Project, aimed at significantly increasing grain handling capacity at the site.
Scope of Works Completed:
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Installation of 2 x 500 tonnes per hour (TPH) conveyor loading systems to support increased throughput demands
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Construction of 2 x new auger pits to enhance grain intake efficiency
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Extension of the existing 36-metre weighbridge to accommodate larger vehicle volumes
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Installation of 157,000 tonnes of open grain storage, improving onsite capacity
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Dismantling and relocation of the existing T9 Sample Station
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Supply, installation, and commissioning of a new T11 Sample Station, ensuring updated and reliable sampling infrastructure
The project was completed in line with CBH’s strict quality and safety requirements and within the operational timeframes needed to support upcoming harvest volumes
Emergency Storage Facilities
Ellett Contracting specialises in the design, construction, and dismantling of large-scale temporary storage for grain and bulk materials.
Our team supports clients with reliable, cost-effective, and rapidly deployable storage solutions to meet seasonal or project-driven demands.
CBH Salmon Gums Site Upgrade – Civil and Mechanical Works
Location: Salmon Gums, 772 km southeast of Perth, Western Australia
As part of Ellett Contracting’s ongoing delivery of large-scale infrastructure upgrades for CBH, the team acted as head contractor for the Salmon Gums site improvements.
Scope of Works Delivered:
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Removal of the existing weighbridge to accommodate new infrastructure
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Installation and commissioning of a new 32-metre weighbridge, enabling higher throughput and improved vehicle handling
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Construction and installation of a new weighbridge hut to support upgraded site logistics and operations
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Refurbishment, relocation, installation, and commissioning of an existing T9 sample hut, improving sampling functionality and site workflow
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Associated roadworks, including asphalting and line marking, to integrate new infrastructure and ensure compliant, safe traffic management
CBH Broomehill & Kondinin Site Upgrades – Mechanical, Civil & Electrical Works
Location: Broomehill & Kondinin, Western Australia
Ellett Contracting was engaged to deliver mechanical, civil, and electrical upgrades at both the Broomehill and Kondinin receival sites, supporting CBH’s broader network improvement program.
Scope of Works Included:
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Installation of 1 x Auger Pit and 500TPH Conveyor Loading System (CLS) at each site
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Supply and installation of compressors with supporting infrastructure
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Site rehabilitation, including asphalt profiling, removal, replacement, and minor earthworks
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Electrical works, including MCC with HMI, generator installation, SMSB upgrade, CLS integration, and associated cabling, controls, and comms
Both sites were delivered concurrently and ahead of schedule
CBH Cranbrook Site Upgrade – Mechanical Works
Location: Cranbrook, Western Australia (320 km south of Perth)
Ellett Contracting successfully delivered the mechanical scope of works for the CBH Cranbrook Site Upgrade, supporting increased grain receival and storage capacity in the region.
Scope of Works Delivered:
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Construction of 150,000 tonnes of new open bulkhead storage (OBH)
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Installation of 4 x new augur pits to improve grain inloading efficiency
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Removal of 1x existing drive-over pit to accommodate new infrastructure
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Installation of 3 x new 215m conveyor loading systems (CLS)
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Refurbishment of 3 x existing conveyor loading systems, extending the lifespan and performance of current assets
This project marked a significant achievement by the Ellett team, with all works delivered efficiently
Custom-Built Infrastructure & Site Amenities
Supplier & Builder: Ellett Contracting
Ellett Contracting specialises in the design, fabrication, and delivery of custom-built site infrastructure to suit operational and environmental requirements across regional and remote Western Australia.
Core Capabilities Include:
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Unique Design & Build Solutions
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Tailored to client needs for remote or high-throughput sites
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In-House Fabrication
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Structural steel, modular builds, and custom components
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Refurbishment & Upgrades
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Office buildings, warehouses, workshops, and shed
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With proven experience supplying over 100+ unique, site specific transportable buildings, Ellett Contracting delivers fit for purpose solutions with full project control, from fabrication through to installation and commissioning.