Our Experience
Health NZ - 3MW Electric Boiler & 11kV Electrical Infrastructure
The largest and first of its kind on the North Island. The new E-Boiler will produce approximately 790 tons/yr less carbon emissions than the traditional gas fired Boiler. The project was delivered as part of Health NZ Energy Transition Program and will stand as a huge success story for Health NZ and the ETP program.
The project was delivered within 18 months, delivered under budget and to a very high standard.
This is a showcase project for any organization wanting to convert to more efficient & cleaner steam generation.
Operating Theatre 2 - Waikato Hospital
Projects certainly cant get any more complicated than this...
Consisting of all types of infrastructure and medical gasses, working and collaborating with all clinical disciplines and equipment suppliers to design and build a modern fit-for-purpose Hybrid Vascular Theatre.
The project required careful planning while all other theatres around it had to remain operational. Disruptions had to be kept to a minimum and infection control requirements were rigorous.
The project had its share of challenges and learnings, but a massive success and a quality product in the end.
Delivered under budget ($3.5m) and in a 14 month timeframe
Te Kuiti Helipad
Challenged by severe ground conditions the Te Kuiti hospital required a new helipad with urgency. The structure consists of 600mm dia piles 8m deep and will last for many years to come.
The project required close collaboration with St John Ambulance services, the Helicopter trust and Clinical departments and management to set up continuity and response plans during the implementation phase
New Services & Equipment in Operational Unit, Sterile Services & Theatre Redevelopment
- FERS Ltd was engaged to provide Project Management Services to TWO/HNZ on various projects involving equipment replacements, infrastructure re-design, and theatre redevelopment.
- Completed the redesigning the services and installation of new Washers and Sterilizers in a Hospital Sterile Services Unit. The implementation methodology was staged to ensure equipment was always available to maintain and service the theatres at sufficient capacity.
TWO/HNZ Negative Pressure Suite for Pediatrics
- FERS Ltd managed the planning and delivery of the new Pediatrics Negative Pressure Suite at Waikato Hospital. From business case stage to project hand over and close out.
- The project was successfully completed in 2023 and serves as a testimony of our ability to help our clients get the priority projects completed well.
TWO/HNZ Hospital Campus Infrastructure Project
- By successful tender, FERS Ltd was engaged to provide Project Management Services to TWO/HNZ on a large Hospital Infrastructure Project.
- The project consist of 7 complex infrastructure packages which includes -Mechanical Plantroom rebuilt, a new 11kV substation designed to IL4, a new ICT core room designed to IL4, new Medical Gasses, Water & Gas reticulation, Fire systems remediation and Asset remediation.
- Tracking very well to date, This large and complex project will continue through to 2027
Structural Engineering & Condition Assessments
Our Engineering Services - A Value Added Service
We advised on assessments for structural, seismic, building envelope, and infrastructure and building services reticulation matters to support business decisions on the future of buildings.
FERS Ltd provided Structural Advice and Design to a number of clients o various projects.
- TWO/HNZ HRBC Strengthening project
- TWO/HNZ Canopy-walkway assessment
- Mahitahi Trust Structural alterations and Building consent process
- K-Mart logistics area building alterations
Capital Programme Leadership
Frucor Suntory
- Delivering and Implementing Suntory's ambitious capital programme and meeting important milestones, Improving process and systems to see good governance and successful projects
- Identifying projects and programme risks and implementing risk mitigation strategies
- Identifying opportunities to unlock business performance and profitability
Projects in Manufacturing
Frucor Suntory
- Implementing an Activated Carbon Filtration plant with ingredient water infrastructure for large scale beverage manufacturing
- Installed and commissioned new lines, filling & packing equipment
- Other past projects we were involved in include process and batching improvement, refrigeration upgrades, facilities upgrades
We develop Specialist Project Managers. From being in Client-Side Leadership and Delivery roles previously, we know what our clients and users need and expect from our service.
Our Individual Experiences as Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand employees
Tiaho Mai (Acute Mental Health Unit)
Individual Experiences at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand
Anton Venter, General Manager & Chester Buller, Capital Works Manager that lead the delivery of this prestigious project.
The award winning Mental Health Facility. The 76 bed facility was completed on time and under budget.
The project required a collaborative design with the service and mana whenua, incorporating a new model of care, making it life transforming and welcoming for Māori and Pacifica patients.
We also aimed to meet a high standard of efficiency, sustainability and carbon reduction.
Building Remediation
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand
Individual Experiences at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand
Anton Venter, General Manager & Chester Buller, Capital Works Manager that lead the delivery of this complex and one-of-a-kind project.
The Counties Manukau Health Scott Building was a $28m remediation project of a leaky building with multiple design and construction defects.
The project was completed 4 months ahead of its 3 year program and hospital services remained operational during this period.
The project posed numerous high risk challenges that were navigated with the team:
- Fire compliance and consenting
- Timber decay and replacement methodology
- Seismic joints
- Leaking windows
- Project staging
- Accommodation for dementia patients on levels 3 and 4
- Natural light alternatives
COVID-19 Projects
As General Manager for Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Anton's role was to develop a strategy and an action plan in urgent response to the pandemic, assemble a team and lead the delivery of the response programme that consisted of multiple projects.
Tiaho Mai Negative Airflow Project
This project created a negative airflow environment for COVID-19 patients. Provided guidance around procurement strategy in order for the project to meet its deadlines.
Galbraith Negative Pressure Rooms Design and Build and AHU modifications
Provided project planning & delivery support, scoping and design advise of four negative pressure rooms in the birthing and assessment department that provided a safe environment for both mother and baby.
Covid Wards and ICU Capacity Increase
The projects created negative airflow infrastructure for patient facilities to provide additional flexible capacity and a safe environment for both nurses and patients.
- Lead the development of the guideline for negative pressure environment classifications
- Part of the steering committees and providing leadership
- Lead the Covid-19 Facilities Response Project Programme
- Supported in securing project budgets
- Involved in scoping, planning and procurement strategies
- Enhanced relationships with various stakeholders
Business Case Development
- Development of the Core Infrastructure Business Case ($33m) that included developed design for ICT, water, and electrical infrastructure on the Middlemore Hospital site
- Delivered business cases to the Ministry of Health (MoH), secured funding for building remediation projects totaling $66m, and further contributed to the Manukau Health Park (MHP) and Specialised Rehabilitation Centre Business Cases totaling $390m
- FERS Ltd developed the project concept and business case for the Suntory Oceania CO2 capacity and resilience project. The project involves a boiler flue capture plant, an evaporation plant and a large new CO2 storage vessel.