SKM has forged a reputation for delivering projects that create optimum value for our clients in the Resources industry.  We are able to provide a comprehensive range of services through all stages of mine life, from initial concepts, through implementation and operation, to eventual de-commissioning and closure.

• Pre-feasibility and definitive studies
• Detail design and EPCM implementation
• Commissioning and ramp-up
• De-bottlenecking and optimisation
• Infrastructure design and development
• De-commissioning and mine closure

As an example, innovative solutions to improve efficiency and reduce project costs contributed to the success of the West Angelas project for Rio Tinto Iron Ore. 

In our work for the Dampier Port Upgrade, SKM has applied technological innovation through the use of 3D modelling and other advanced design techniques to assist in the efficient delivery of the A$1.0 billion project.

Clients are recognising our strong project management and systems expertise that has led to the successful delivery of projects such as BHP Billiton’s Area C and associated Products and Capacity Expansion (PACE) project (in joint venture with Fluor).

In addition, we completed the award-winning EPCM (in joint venture with Roberts and Schaefer) of BHP Billiton’s Mount Arthur North Coal Mine. This complex project included a high capacity coal preparation plant.

In assisting Rio Tinto Coal Australia with the expansion of the Hail Creek coal facility, SKM was able to apply the extensive coal industry capabilities of its Brisbane office in the study and implementation of this major expansion.

Iluka Resources commissioned SKM to complete engineering and cost studies together with EPCM implementation of the Gingin Mineral Sands project. 

From its growing office in Santiago, SKM provides a large range of engineering and project services to major clients in South America.