Advanteering was engaged by Fremantle Ports to deliver major remediation works to the heritage-listed C Shed, originally constructed in 1905. The structure had deteriorated over time due to termite damage, environmental exposure, and structural wear. With the shed forming part of a live operational wharf and a historically sensitive asset, the project involved highly coordinated structural rehabilitation, replacement of degraded materials, and compliance with strict heritage and environmental requirements. Advanteering successfully managed these complexities to deliver a structurally sound, historically respectful and operationally compatible outcome for Fremantle Ports.
The Project Included:
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Removal and stabilisation of lead-containing paint throughout the shed.
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Replacement of degraded timber structural elements including posts, trusses, rafters and purlins.
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Installation of new screw pile foundations beneath shed post footings.
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Realignment and straightening of the existing shed structure.
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Installation of a new internal sheet pile wall within the shed footprint.
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Replacement of the entire roof and localised wall cladding.
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Removal of redundant timber and salvaging for reuse in wharf and shed repairs.
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Cut and replacement of the concrete wharf deck around the shed perimeter.
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Installation of new structural connections between shed posts and deck structure.
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Replacement of degraded concrete slab areas within the shed.
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Propping of piles and removal of timber cap blocks for half cap strengthening.
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Under-wharf pile repairs using formwork, freshwater washdown and concrete pour.
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Installation of steelwork for half cap strengthening over repaired piles.
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Construction of a new western end wall and cargo door to heritage specifications.
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Hydro-blasting and scabbling of existing concrete slab edges to prepare bonding surfaces.
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Under-wharf access established using extensive scaffolding for pile and cap repairs.
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Removal and reinstatement of under-wharf services to enable uninterrupted operations.
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Simultaneous operations management alongside port activities and marine vessel access.
This complex structural remediation project was delivered within a live marine and heritage-sensitive environment, with zero environmental incidents and no impact to port operations. Advanteering’s multi-disciplinary team overcame a wide range of technical, heritage, and logistical challenges to extend the life of C Shed while preserving its historical character. The project was recognised with a nomination for Engineers Australia’s WA Project of the Year 2023, showcasing the high level of engineering, planning and execution that defined the success of this iconic infrastructure renewal.
Project Awards:
- A Nomination for the 2023 Engineer's Australia Excellence Awards - Project of the Year.
