In early 2024, Global Brothers International partnered with a mid-tier mining operator in Western Australia to deliver a fully equipped worker camp and a 3,000 m² steel warehouse for spare parts and equipment storage. The site—located over 1,200 km north of Perth—faced extreme heat, cyclone risks, and strict environmental regulations.
Challenges
- Harsh climate: Summer temperatures exceed 45°C; cyclone season requires Category 3 structural resilience
- Remote logistics: Limited road access; all materials must be containerized for transport
- Sustainability requirements: Client mandated low-impact construction and energy-efficient facilities
- Fast-track schedule: Camp needed to house 80 workers within 4 months
Our Solution
Global Brothers leveraged its expertise in modular construction and international-standard steel design to deliver a turnkey solution that met Australian building codes (AS/NZS) while optimizing speed and sustainability.
✅ Prefabricated Worker Camp
- 40 modular container units customized as:
- Dormitories (4 persons/unit)
- Kitchen & dining hall
- Medical room & recreation area
- Features:
- Double-insulated walls & reflective roofing
- Solar-ready electrical system
- Rainwater harvesting compatibility
- All units CE certified and pre-fitted with plumbing, lighting, and HVAC
✅ Steel Warehouse
- Clear-span design (60m × 50m) with 9m eave height
- Galvanized steel frames rated for Cyclone Category 3
- Natural ventilation + skylights to reduce daytime lighting needs
- Fire-rated partition for hazardous material storage
Results
- 🏕️ Camp operational in just 14 weeks—on time for peak mining season
- 🏗️ Warehouse passed independent structural audit by Australian engineering firm
- ☀️ 30% reduction in daytime energy use thanks to passive cooling design
- ♻️ Over 85% of construction waste avoided through off-site fabrication
- 💬 Client comment: “Global Brothers understood our remote-site constraints and delivered a solution that’s both robust and humane.”
Looking Ahead
This project reinforces Global Brothers’ capability to execute complex infrastructure in environmentally sensitive and logistically challenging regions—without compromising safety, comfort, or compliance. As Australia accelerates its critical minerals strategy, we remain committed to supporting responsible resource development with smart, scalable solutions.
From concept to completion—engineered for the outback, built for the future.
