Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO) Operations

Key Deliverables

  • Wet and dry hire crane services
  • Skilled crane operators and rigging personnel
  • Ad hoc lifting support
  • Crane fleet maintenance
  • 24/7 operational availability aligned to WAIO production requirements
  • Compliance with BHP’s safety, technical, and operational standards
  • Adoption of best-practice technologies and methods
NorthWest, Western Australia

Overview

Client

BHP

Date

2010 – Ongoing

Scope

Freo Group provides a full suite of mobile crane services in support of BHP Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO) operations, delivering safe, reliable, and flexible lifting solutions across some of the most demanding mining environments in the country. Services span wet and dry hire, the supply of skilled crane operators and rigging personnel, ad hoc lifting support, and ongoing crane fleet maintenance — all designed to meet BHP’s stringent safety, technical, and operational requirements.

Challenges & Solutions

Supporting a 24/7 mining operation of WAIO’s scale demands consistent equipment reliability, highly trained personnel, and the ability to respond rapidly to unplanned lifting requirements. Freo Group meets these demands through well-maintained crane fleets, experienced crews, and a collaborative approach with BHP to continuously adopt best-practice technologies and methods — delivering high-performance lifting solutions that enhance operational reliability and excellence across WAIO sites.

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