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Defence

Supporting Australia’s Defence sector with innovative and proven environmental solutions, compliance expertise, and sustainable project delivery nationwide.

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Tailored environmental and infrastructure solutions for Defence

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We partner with Australia’s Defence sector to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that meet complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. Our expertise spans contaminated site investigations, remediation, water sourcing and management, and compliance with stringent Defence and Commonwealth requirements.

Environmental Compliance & Sustainability

We assist Defence meet strict environmental regulations and sustainability goals through audits, monitoring, and strategic planning. Together, we formulate strategies to reach sustainable energy transition targets.

Contaminated Site Assessment & Remediation

Expertise in investigating using innovative methods and remediating legacy contamination and emerging issues at Defence facilities to protect land, water, and community health utilising the latest global knowledge and technologies.

Water Management & Infrastructure

Undertake investigations to identify water sources for remote sites. Support design and implement resilient water systems, stormwater solutions, and infrastructure upgrades to support operational readiness.

Strategic Planning & Risk Management

Provide data-driven insights and risk assessments to guide Defence projects, ensuring compliance, resilience, and mission continuity. Asset management using Defence Estate data to manage aging infrastructure risk.

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Selected projects illustrating our technical and delivery experience.

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Confidential Location

Gold Fields – Granny Smith Gold Mine 2024

Environmental approvals and risk assessment for expansion of the Granny Smith Gold Mine gas power station to 55.13MW.

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Confidential Location

Shoal Bay Waste Management Audit Project – City of Darwin – 2024

Independent annual environmental audit of the Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility to verify license compliance and strengthen monitoring and risk management.

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Confidential Location

Rustlers Roost & Quest 29 Mine SEIS

Comprehensive EIS and SEIS delivery supporting redevelopment of the Rustlers Roost and Quest 29 open-cut gold mines in the Northern Territory.

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Supporting Defence means delivering infrastructure that is dependable, secure, and fit for the mission—today and into the future.

Ivan Kwan

Technical Director

Ivan Kwan, a Technical Director at CDM Smith, delivers strategic advisory services, expert contaminated site assessment, PFAS, and remediation solutions for Defence projects.

Technical Practices

Supporting practices that enhance project outcomes across the lifecycle.

Environmental Approvals and Planning

Integrated environmental approvals and planning services supporting government, private and community projects across Australia.

Environment and Technology

Integrated environmental solutions that help clients manage risk, meet regulatory requirements, and achieve sustainable business outcomes.

Water

CDM Smith Australia’s Water Discipline delivers integrated solutions for managing water resources sustainably and efficiently.

Digital

Turn your data into actionable insights. Our experts design smart frameworks and interactive tools to help you make better, informed decisions.

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