Newsletter
Edition 03 2024
Directors Wrap Up
Hi All,
As we come to the end of another calendar year, we can look back proudly on our accomplishments as some of our longer-term projects come to a close.
With that being said, we have an exciting list of new projects starting in the new year with Georgiou Moorebank, Captains Flat and Defence Williamtown for our water treatment team. While our civil team will be starting at Willow Tree on the new landfill extension, Kempt Field Gas Extraction project and the Construction of Five Car Parks and Access Roads around the Tweed Shire for Tweed Shire Council. We will also be returning to the Moree Landfill to conduct repairs after a fire damaged the liner cell. It’s going to be a very busy start to 2025 with these new projects while also closing out Pinkenba, Orange and Environ Road in the first half of the year.
Thank you for your continued commitment to making our workplaces safer and an enjoyable environment to work in. We look forward coming into 2025 refreshed and ready for another exciting year!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Matt Smith and Matt Sedon
Directors, Synergy Resource Management
Safety Alert
In the event of a plant rollover or collision, wearing a seatbelt increases your chance of survival by approximately 50% and greatly reduces the risk of injury. Mobile plant are fitted with a Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) that reduces the possibility of a seat belted operator from being crushed in the event of a machine rollover.
The chances of a plant operator being fatally injured are 25 times greater than if they remain in the machine during a rollover event while wearing a seatbelt.
Corrective Actions:
- Plant operators must check the seat belt is in good working order prior to operating mobile plant.
- Any faults identified with the seat belt are to be documented on the Daily Pre-Start Checklists and the Project Supervisor / Manager notified immediately to determine if the machine is safe to operate.
- Always wear a seat belt during mobile plant operation.
- Do not connect the seatbelt incorrectly, such as behind the seat, to bypass the machine’s warning system.
- Never carry passengers on mobile plant unless they are using a seat and seat belt provided by the manufacturer.
- Speak up if you see others not wearing a seatbelt.
Fun fact
Scientists have been communicating with apes via sign language since the 1960s. During that time, apes have never asked one question.
Competition Winner Geoff Hancock Misty Mornings - Murwillumbah | NSW
Honorable Mention Rhys McDonald Suns out Guns out
Honorable Mention Orhan Yilmaz WWNP
Honorable Mention Jermone Scifo Smooth Operator
Honorable Mention Alex Breslin Dumpy
Honorable Mention Robert Tosswill Long Service
Photo Competition
$500 Perkbox Credit
Terms & Conditions
- Get permission from the site / project manager prior to taking photos.
- Max 3 entries per person per quarter.
- No Drones or Photoshop
Photo Competition
Staff Profile
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Name
Hayden McConnell
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Job title
Project Operations
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Current project
Eviron Landfill Haul Road
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What is your favourite way to spend a weekend
Spend time with the Mrs and the dogs
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What’s a personal motto or life motto that you live by
If you live in the future, you’re anxious. If you live in the past you’re depressed, if you live in the now, you’re happy.
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What’s something valuable you’ve learned during your time at Synergy
That Synergy looks after all their employees with respect on a personal level and open to give everyone equal opportunity
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What is your favourite food
Mexican - Tacos
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What is the best costume you’ve ever worn to a party
Vanilla ice
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Favourite plant to operate
Excavator
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Best haircut and who was the barber
Backyard Mullet by Mick Timu
Summerhill Landfill Remediation
Location: Wallsend | NSW
Estimated Completion: December 2024
We're thrilled to announce the successful completion of the Summerhill Landfill, Cell 9, Stage 2 Batter Construction in Wallsend, NSW, for Newcastle City Council.
A big thank you to our dedicated team who worked tirelessly to deliver this project on time and to the highest standards.
You can watch the video here. Summer Hill Video
Pinkenba PFAS Remediation
Location: Pinkenba FFTP PFAS Remediation | QLD
Estimated Completion: March 2025
Viva Energy Australia Terminal Pinkenba Fire Fighting Training Paddock (FFTP), was found to have PFAS contamination in groundwater during biannual monitoring, leading to an Environmental Protection Order. Synergy was contracted to manage dewatering and treatment of contaminated material, procure PFAS-free drainage rock and backfill, and construct a GCL-lined bridging layer with site shaping and vegetation for runoff management. Backfill and treated water specifications meet 99% Species Protection Level DGV. Despite challenges like excessive rainfall, work progresses with adaptive management.
Conference 2024
Location: Grand Mirage Resort
Estimated Completion:
A big thank you for those who attended the 2024 Conference. Since we all work remotely, it was so great to have everyone together in one place. Your energy and participation made it a fantastic few days. We hope you left feeling rested and refreshed. To see all the photos from the conference click here