04/06/2026
🔦BRANCH SPOTLIGHT - Newman, WA
Known as "The Heart of the Pilbara", Newman sits at the centre of one of Australia's most remote and demanding industrial region - a powerhouse for iron ore mining and LNG, approximately 9km north of the Tropic of Capricorn. It's also home to one of our key regional operations, supporting major mining customers and shutdown activity across a huge stretch of the Pilbara.
A few quick facts about the branch:
• Team of 10 servicing remote mining operations across the region
• Supports major mining customers
• Covers sites up to 199km from Newman
• Regularly supports overlapping shutdowns requiring 200+ pieces of equipment
• Key equipment includes lighting cubes, 150KVA dual 63AMP Wilco generators, 125ft access platforms and forklifts
Assistant Branch Manager Jenai Wadham Wadham says shutdown work and preparation are a major part of life in Newman. "We have back-to-back shutdowns that keep our branch very busy," she says. "Having the extra gear and resources to cater for overlapping shutdowns has been one of the branch's greatest achievements in recent years."
Working in remote mining environments means safety and communication remain central to the branch's day-to-day operations. "In mining, safety is always a top priority because of the environment we work in every day," Jenai says. "Every day starts with a pre-start meeting where we discuss safety, weather conditions, deliveries, pickups and key communication for the day ahead."
The Newman team also proudly supports the local community through Rowans Walk for Su***de, supplying lighting towers and refreshments, while taking part in the event alongside the community.
If you're working in the Pilbara or passing through the region, come and say hi to the team.
📍Onsite Newman Lot 10 Great Northern Highway, Newman
