AMPYR is developing the Wellington Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Central West New South Wales to support Australia's transition to a cleaner, more reliable energy future.
The project is being delivered in two stages:
* Wellington 1: 300 MW / 600 MWh
* Wellington 2: 100 MW / 400 MWh
Together, the two stages will provide a total of 400 MW of power and 1 GWh of storage capacity, enabling the system to store renewable energy and dispatch it during periods of high demand.
AMPYR's goal is to ensure residents, the local community, Aboriginal owners, and other stakeholders have a voice in the process by providing transparent communication, seeking input, and actively listening to community feedback.
We're excited to keep sharing updates as the project unfolds, through our project website, Wellington BESS | AMPYR Energy Australia
Wellington BESS | AMPYR Energy Australia
As part of our commitment to regional growth and lasting impact, we're proud to support local suppliers, strengthening community capability and ensuring that every step of the journey delivers value to those around us.
AMPYR AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
NSW Australia
Project Primary Contact
Scope:
. Temporary power setup, permanent installation, trenching, cable laying, termination, and commissioning.
. Testing and tagging of site tools and switchboards.
Required Certification:
. NSW Electrical Contractor Licence
. All workers must have an Electrician Licence (Qualified Supervisor Certificate)
. White Card
Standards/Compliance:
. AS/NZS 3000:2018 (Wiring Rules)
. Safe Work NSW electrical safety standards
Tentative Duration: 6-9 months
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. Supply and delivery of compliant crushed rock, road base, and aggregates for access roads, pads, and drainage layers.
Required Certification:
. Material must be sourced from RMS-approved quarries
. Heavy Vehicle Accreditation under NHVAS (if transporting materials)
Standards/Compliance:
. TfNSW QA Specification 3051 (Granular Base and Sub-base)
Tentative Duration: 4-6 months (intermittent)
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. Installation of all water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure.
. Site-wide temporary water and dewatering setup.
Required Certification:
. NSW Plumbing Licence (Water, Sewer, Drainage)
. White Card
. WorkCover-compliant confined space ticket (if required)
Standards/Compliance:
. Plumbing Code of Australia (AS/NZS 3500 series)
Tentative Duration: 3-6 months.
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. Dust suppression on haul roads, laydown areas, and active zones.
. Refill from approved water sources and monitor usage logs.
Required Certification:
. White Card
. Water Cart Operator Tickets
. Heavy Vehicle Licence
Standards/Compliance:
. Environment Protection Licence (if required)
. Adherence to project-specific Dust Management Plan
Tentative Duration: 8-10 months (variable)
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. Forming, steel fixing, pouring, vibrating, and finishing of structural slabs, footings, piers, and pits.
. Coordination with engineers and surveyors for setout.
Required Certification:
. NSW Fair Trading Contractor Licence (Concreting)
. White Card
. High Risk Work Licence (if using boom pumps)
Standards/Compliance:
. AS 3600 (Concrete Structures)
. AS 2870 (Residential Slabs and Footings)
Tentative Duration: 3-5 months (staged)
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. Supply of mobile cranes, franna cranes, rough terrain cranes, or all-terrain cranes as required for lifting structural elements, switchgear, precast components, containers, and heavy equipment.
. Provision of skilled operators, riggers, and dogmen for safe lifting operations.
. Coordination with site supervisors for lift plans, cranage scheduling, and exclusion zones.
. Wet hire preferred (crane + operator + fuel + maintenance), dry hire accepted for long-term needs with pre-approval.
Required Certification (NSW):
. High Risk Work Licences for:
o CN (Non-slewing mobile crane)
o C2/C6/C1/C0 depending on crane capacity
o RB/RI/DG (Rigger, Intermediate/Basic, Dogger)
. White Card for all personnel
. Crane company must be registered and insured under Public and Product Liability and Workers Compensation
. Plant Risk Assessments and SWMS for each lift
. Valid Inspection Records and Annual Crane Certificate
Standards/Compliance:
. AS 2550 series (Cranes, hoists, lifting equipment)
. AS 1418 series (Crane safety standards)
. WHS Regulation 2017 (NSW) - High Risk Work and Mobile Plant
. Code of Practice: Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace (SafeWork NSW)
Tentative Duration:
. Intermittent throughout the construction period
. Peak use during major lifts and installation of core equipment (~4-6 months total)
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. Fabrication of structural steel elements, brackets, support frames, bollards, custom enclosures.
. Galvanising or powder-coating where required.
Required Certification:
. Fabrication in compliance with AS/NZS ISO 9001 (preferred)
. Welders certified to AS/NZS 1554
. Workshop should have a QA system and traceability records
Standards/Compliance:
. AS 4100 (Steel Structures)
. AS/NZS 5131 (Structural Steel Fabrication and Erection)
Tentative Duration: 4-6 months (off-site delivery based on project schedule)
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. Final reinstatement works including topsoil spreading, turfing, mulching, planting, erosion control.
. Weed and pest control as required.
Required Certification:
. NSW Fair Trading Structural Landscaping Contractor Licence
. White Card
Standards/Compliance:
. AS 4419 (Soils for landscaping)
. AS 2303 (Tree Stock for Landscape Use)
Tentative Duration: Final stages of project (~4-6 weeks)
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Express interest for any opportunities that may arise for this project.
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
. Daily or weekly cleaning of worker accommodation units including toilets, kitchens, bedrooms, and shared spaces.
. Linen services and restocking consumables.
Required Certification:
. White Card (if entering active construction zones)
. Infection control training (recommended)
. Cleaning chemical handling MSDS compliance
Standards/Compliance:
. WHS Regulation 2017
. Cleaning Industry Best Practice (GBCA and ISSA guidelines)
Tentative Duration: 6-12 months.
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. Installation and maintenance of compliant temporary and permanent fencing.
. Includes site perimeter fencing, pedestrian barriers, gates, and access control fencing.
Required Certification:
. White Card
. High Risk Work Licence (if using machinery like post-hole diggers or EWP)
. Contractor Licence (Home Building Act if permanent fencing is residential)
Standards/Compliance:
. AS 4687:2007 Temporary fencing and hoardings
. Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 (NSW)
Tentative Duration: 6-12 months.
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. Provision of reliable commercial and passenger vehicles (including 4WDs) for project staff.
. Short-term and long-term hire with service support.
Required Certification:
. NSW Motor Dealer and Hire Licence
. Vehicles must be roadworthy, insured, and logbook maintained
Standards/Compliance:
. Australian Design Rules (ADR)
. Chain of Responsibility (NHVR)
Tentative Duration: 6-12 months
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. General and detailed cleaning of site amenities, site offices, crib huts, and high-traffic areas.
. Waste removal, spill cleanup, and hygiene maintenance.
Required Certification:
. Workers must hold White Cards
. Relevant commercial cleaning insurance
Standards/Compliance:
. SafeWork NSW guidelines on chemical handling and waste management
Tentative Duration: 12-14 months
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. 24/7 security coverage for the construction site including gatehouse management, mobile patrols, CCTV monitoring, and incident reporting.
. Secure management of access control for personnel, deliveries, and visitors.
Required Certification (NSW):
. NSW Security Licence (Class 1 & Class 2) issued by SLED (Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate)
. Workers must have a valid White Card
Standards/Compliance:
. Security Industry Act 1997 (NSW)
. Adherence to project-specific access protocols
Tentative Duration: 14-16 months.
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
Scope:
. Management of site access and interface with public roads.
. Execution of Traffic Management Plans (TMPs).
Required Certification:
. NSW RMS Traffic Controller Card (Blue)
. Implement Traffic Control Plans Card (Yellow)
. White Card
Standards/Compliance:
. Traffic Control at Work Sites Manual (TfNSW)
. Safe Work NSW regulations
Tentative Duration: 3-6 months
Note: You can fill out an Expression of Interest form exclusively on a computer or laptop device.
