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Melbourne Airport Runway Overlay Design
Works
Method of Working Plan
AFO-AW-PLN-07-0003
YMML 2021/2
Version 1
Date of Approval 16/04/2021
Date Works Commence 03/05/2021
Date Works Complete 01/07/2022
MOWP Expires 01/07/2023
Document Number AFO-AW-PLN-07-0003
Version Number Version 1
Originator Airfield Works Coordinator, APAM Date 10 March 2021
Approver Airfield Manager, APAM Date 16 April 2021
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Contents
1. Works Information .......................................................................................................................... 5
1.1. Conditions of this Method of Works Plan ............................................................................... 5
1.2. Project Scope and Commencement ........................................................................................ 5
1.3. Location of the Work Site ....................................................................................................... 5
1.4. Staging of the works ............................................................................................................... 5
1.4.1. Stage 1 ............................................................................................................................. 5
1.5. Hours of Work ......................................................................................................................... 6
2. Restrictions to Aircraft Operations ................................................................................................. 6
2.1. Operational Restrictions ......................................................................................................... 6
2.1.1. Stage 1 ............................................................................................................................. 6
2.2. Weather Conditions ................................................................................................................ 7
2.3. NOTAM .................................................................................................................................... 7
3. Personnel and Equipment ............................................................................................................... 8
3.1. Working Hours on site ............................................................................................................ 8
3.2. Permits .................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2.1. PERCOW .......................................................................................................................... 8
3.2.2. Hot Works Permit............................................................................................................ 8
3.2.3. Excavation Permit ........................................................................................................... 9
3.2.4. Crane Permit ................................................................................................................... 9
3.2.5. Electrical Isolation Permit ............................................................................................... 9
3.3. Melbourne Airports Operational Policies ............................................................................. 10
3.4. Airport Security ..................................................................................................................... 10
3.5. Airport Emergencies ............................................................................................................. 10
3.6. Site Restriction Markings/Lighting ........................................................................................ 11
3.7. Access to worksite................................................................................................................. 11
3.8. Traffic Management Plans .................................................................................................... 11
3.9. Marking and Lighting of Vehicles .......................................................................................... 11
3.10. Site Sheds and Locations ................................................................................................... 12
3.11. Food Consumption ............................................................................................................ 12
3.12. Smoking ............................................................................................................................. 12
3.13. Vehicle / Equipment Height Limit ..................................................................................... 12
3.14. Speed Limits ...................................................................................................................... 12
3.15. Parking of Private Vehicles ................................................................................................ 12
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3.16. Control of Works Personnel .............................................................................................. 13
3.17. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the Airside Environment ................................. 13
3.18. Explosives .......................................................................................................................... 13
3.19. Dust ................................................................................................................................... 13
3.20. Dumping of Fill .................................................................................................................. 13
4. Aerodromes Marker, Markings and Lights ................................................................................... 13
4.1. Unserviceability Markers ...................................................................................................... 14
4.2. Lights ..................................................................................................................................... 14
4.3. Procedure for protection of Electrical Services and Control Cables ..................................... 14
5. Any special requirements applicable ............................................................................................ 15
5.1. Height and Location of Critical Obstacles ............................................................................. 15
5.2. Pavement and Cleanliness .................................................................................................... 15
5.3. Waste Disposal and Environment Protection ....................................................................... 15
5.4. Wildlife Hazards .................................................................................................................... 16
5.5. Lime and Cement Stabilisation ............................................................................................. 16
5.6. Inspection at the Completion of Works ................................................................................ 16
6. Administration .............................................................................................................................. 17
6.1. Contractors ........................................................................................................................... 17
6.2. Project Manager.................................................................................................................... 17
6.3. Works Organiser ................................................................................................................... 17
6.4. Airfield Operations and Works Coordinator ......................................................................... 17
6.5. Works Safety Officer ............................................................................................................. 18
6.6. MOWP Author ....................................................................................................................... 19
7. Authority ....................................................................................................................................... 19
7.1. Conduct of Works ................................................................................................................. 19
7.2. Expiry ..................................................................................................................................... 19
7.3. Variation ................................................................................................................................ 19
7.4. Approval ................................................................................................................................ 19
8. Drawings ....................................................................................................................................... 20
9. Distribution list .............................................................................................................................. 21
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Definitions
Please refer to the Aeronautical Information Package and the CASA Website for commonly used
Aviation terms and abbreviations.
For additional definitions specific to Melbourne Airport, please visit
www.melbourneairport.com.au/glossary.
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1. Works Information
1.1. Conditions of this Method of Works Plan
No changes to the conditions outlined in this Method of Working Plan (MOWP) can be made without
the approval of the Airfield Operations and Works Coordinators.
1.2. Project Scope and Commencement
The Runway (RWY) Overlay Design Works MOWP is expected to commence 3rd May 2021 with
construction expected to start early FY23 and take approximately twelve (12) months to complete
unless otherwise amended or extended.
Please note a separate MOWP will be developed for the construction phase of this project.
The Scope of works to be undertaken under this MOWP include but not limited to.
• Topographical survey of the entire Runway 16-34 graded strip plus additional extents on the
cross-runway and near the rapid exit taxiways;
• Drilling boreholes in the existing Runway 16/34 pavement;
• Excavating “test pits” adjacent the existing Runway 16/34 pavement within the runway
graded strip.
• Logging, sampling, field testing, reinstatement of holes, laboratory testing of samples and
provision of reports.
The actual date and time of the commencement of the work will be advised by a Notice to Airmen
(NOTAM), and Local Works Plan (LWP) to be issued not less than 48 hours before works commence.
1.3. Location of the Work Site
The works will be carried out in the following areas:
• Stage 1 RWY 16/34 Full Length including TWY Alpha north of RWY 09/27and TWY Kilo.
1.4. Staging of the works
The works will be undertaken in 1 stage.
If an additional MOWP stage is required, an amendment to this MOWP will be issued detailing the
new MOWP stage.
1.4.1. Stage 1
Full length of RWY 16/34 including TWY Alpha north of RWY 09/27 and TWY Kilo involves
Manoeuvring Area Maintenance, Visual Aid Maintenance and Electrical Works.
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1.5. Hours of Work
During Stage 1 works will be conducted predominately between the hours of 22:00 local time and
06:00 local time or other hours as agreed by Melbourne Airport depending on Aircraft traffic.
Confirmation of times will be advised via an LWP and NOTAM.
Please note:
Stage 1
If the wind dictates the essential use of RWY 16/34 the works hours may be amended or works
cancelled. This will occur after consultation with ATC, Car 2 and the Method of Works Safety
Coordinator.
2. Restrictions to Aircraft Operations
2.1. Operational Restrictions
2.1.1. Stage 1
RWY 16/34 will be closed between:
• The threshold of RWY 16 to a point 77.5m north of RWY 09/27 centreline.
• 77.5m south of RWY 09/27 centreline to 51 meters north of TWY Echo centreline.
• 51m south of TWY Echo centreline to the threshold of RWY 34.
During this stage of works the following TWYs will not be available:
• TWY Bravo.
• TWY Charlie.
• TWY Kilo.
• TWY Alpha north of RWY 09/27.
• Rapid Exit Taxiway (RET) Foxtrot exit from RWY 16/34 to a point of 51m west of TWY Victor.
• RET Golf exit from RWY 16/34 to a point of 51m west of TWY Victor.
• TWY Juliet from RWY 16/34 to 51m west of TWY Victor.
• Engine Ground Runs at TWY Bravo and TWY Kilo will not be available except by prior
arrangements with Car 2.
Please note:
• RWY 09/27 will be available.
• Works on this stage will only be undertaken when the prevailing wind conditions do not
dictate the essential use of RWY 16/34.
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2.2. Weather Conditions
Works will not be permitted on the manoeuvring area during low visibility operations. Works may be
limited or suspended at other times if deemed unsafe by Car 2 in consultation with ATC.
Low Visibility Operations are defined when the cloud base is 200ft or less, Visibility is 800m or less
and the Car 2 has reported that the aerodrome is secure (Critical and Sensitive Area are protected).
ATC will then declare “Low Visibility Procedures in Force” on the Automated Terminal Information
Service (ATIS).
Works may be postponed, limited or cancelled subject to the prevailing weather conditions.
Once a NOTAM has been issued and there is unfavourable weather conditions and the NOTAM is
required to be cancelled or amended a new NOTAM may be issued at short notice to activate
another stage of the MOWP to minimise impact to aircraft operations.
2.3. NOTAM
Please Note: Melbourne Airport Operations shall notify Airservices Australia if the MOWP NOTAM
requires Airservices to turn on/off the ILS Glide Path or were an ILS RWY is shortened/closed for
maintenance.
NOTAM’s will be worded as follows:
Stage 1: (A) MELBOURNE (B) (START DATE) (C) (FINISH DATE)
(E)MOWP YMML 2020/1 STAGE 3 – WIP RWY 16/34.
RWY 16/34 NOT AVBL DUE WIP.
TWY K NOT AVBL
TWY J WEST OF TWY V NOT AVBL
TWY G WEST OF TWY V NOT AVBL
TWY F WEST OF TWY V NOT AVBL
TWY A NORTH OF RWY 09/27 NOT AVBL
TWY C NOT AVBL
TWY B NOT AVBL
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3. Personnel and Equipment
3.1. Working Hours on site
During Stage 1 works will be conducted predominately between the hours of 22:00 local time and
06:00 local time or other hours as agreed by Melbourne Airport.
Confirmation of times will be advised by LWP and NOTAM.
Please note:
Stage 1
If the wind dictates the essential use of RWY 16/34 the works hours may be amended or works
cancelled. This will occur after consultation with ATC, Car 2 and the Method of Works Safety
Coordinator.
3.2. Permits
3.2.1. PERCOW
This MOWP is not an approval to commence works.
Before any works may commence the contractor must obtain a Permit to Commence Works
(PERCOW) from the Melbourne Airport Buildings Approvals Officer (Phone+61 (03) 9297 1310).
Please contact [email protected] should you require any further information.
3.2.2. Hot Works Permit
The contractor must obtain a Hot Works Permit from the Works Safety Officer prior to undertaking
any oxy cutting, welding or grinding on the airside of the airport.
A Hot Works Permit will be issued only when all Melbourne Airport - Safety Requirements are met.
For example, but not limited to:
• the site is clean and free of all combustible material within 10 m of works.
• a spark resistant solid hoarding is placed around the site.
• 2 x nine litre fire extinguishers are on site.
• A fire blanket (size of 3 square metres minimum) is on site.
• A “spotter” is in attendance for the duration of hot works.
• There are no refuelling aircraft or aircraft fuel vents in the vicinity of at least 50 metres for
the duration of the permit.
When satisfied that all these conditions are being adhered a permit will be issued.
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The permit is for that job in the location specified and if the works move to another location a new
permit is required.
The permit is valid for a period of time only maximum one day and if works are to resume the next
day a new permit is required.
Applications for Hot Works Permits within 5m of the building drip line will require approval from the
Fire & Life Safety Leader at [email protected]
Please note: Permits will not be issued on days of total fire ban.
3.2.3. Excavation Permit
An excavation permit must be obtained from Melbourne Airport – Airfield Lighting by emailing the
required documents to [email protected] 7 days prior to any excavation works that
penetrate the ground surface. The required documents are
• Copy of the PERCOW
• Independent Service locators Certificate
• DBYD service drawings of the works area with the works area clearly marked.
3.2.4. Crane Permit
A permit must be obtained prior to the erection of any crane on the airport
Applications for approval must be sent to [email protected] a minimum of 5 working
days is required prior to the crane lift.
• The proposed location of the lift activity (street address, MGA or AMG co-ordinates)
• A site locality plan (i.e. Aerial Photo Extract)
• Crane maximum height (AHD or meters above ground level)
• Date, time and duration of activity
• Work description and
• Contact details of Site supervisor and applicant
An email confirming approval will be sent to the applicant prior to the crane lift.
For equipment that are likely to penetrate Melbourne Airport Airspace, 12 weeks notification is
required.
3.2.5. Electrical Isolation Permit
Any works on or near Electrical cables will require an Electrical isolation Permit. An email to
[email protected] is required at least 24 hours prior with a list of the circuits required
for isolation. The Contractor must supply a licensed electrician to carry out isolations (Lock out Tag
out) with a Melbourne Airport Airfield Lighting Officer. Upon completion of isolation procedures an
isolation permit will be issued.
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3.3. Melbourne Airports Operational Policies
At all times the contractor must abide my Melbourne Airports Operational Policies these include but
are not limited to:
• Airside Works Safety.
• Drug and Alcohol Management Plan.
• Airside Vehicle Control
Available on the Melbourne Airport website.
3.4. Airport Security
Aviation Security Identification Cards (ASIC) must be obtained for all personnel associated with
airside works. Melbourne Airport will issue an ASIC on application by the contractor. Applications
must be made at least 6 working weeks in advance.
Once issued the ASIC must be worn and displayed at all times on the outside of their clothing, waist
height or above, at the front or side of the person’s body and with the front face of the card clearly
visible by all staff whilst working on the airside of the airport.
Where contractors have applied, and the ASIC check is not complete:
Visitor Passes may be used.
Escort Drivers and Works Safety Officers will act as the sponsor.
Visitor Passes are restricted to 28 days within a 12-month period.
Delivery personnel with legitimate business on airside may operate with a Visitor Pass under the
escort/watch always of an ASIC holder.
3.5. Airport Emergencies
Under certain emergency situations, access to the airside of the airport including the work site will
not be allowed.
Because of the unpredictable nature of emergency situations, it is not possible to give advance
warning of these occurrences. Local Standby situations do not require the works party to vacate the
airside.
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3.6. Site Restriction Markings/Lighting
Melbourne Airport may request the contractor to define the Site Restricted area (SRA).
The SRA is to be defined by either:
• 900mm or 300mm red and white-water barriers.
• A continuous line of rope with flagging attached.
• A continuous line of orange witches' hats/bollards; or
• as approved by the Airfield Operations Works Coordinator or delegate.
Yellow warning lights may be requested to be used to define the area during night works.
Red lights may also be requested to be placed around hazards within the work area.
The works party, including all works vehicles that are not appropriately lit or approved under the
Melbourne Airport Standard Blanket Clearance are not permitted to move outside the works area
without the approval of the Works Safety Officer.
3.7. Access to worksite
Access to the work sites for all vehicles and deliveries will be via the access gates as shown on the
attached plans. No vehicle will be allowed access or egress through any other gate except as
approved by the Airfield Operations and Works Coordinator.
Vehicles and plant moving between the access gate and the works site must follow the route
specified on the attached plan under the escort of an escort vehicle.
Delivery vehicles moving to and from the works site will be issued with a temporary pass at the
access gate.
Vehicles that frequently gain access to Airside must apply for a permanent Airside Vehicle pass.
3.8. Traffic Management Plans
A Traffic Management Plan (TMP) must be submitted to the Airfield Operations and Works
Coordinator in the event any works which may have an impact on any airside roads including Apron
Service Roads, Airside Road or Perimeter Road.
3.9. Marking and Lighting of Vehicles
Vehicles accessing the site will be required to have signs that clearly identify the vehicle as belonging
to that company (an A4 size sign should be taken as a guide) and be issued with an airside vehicle
permit.
Additionally, all vehicles while operating airside will be required to have fitted an amber beacon
which is visible 360 degrees of the vehicle and must been visible up to 200 meters from the vehicle
in normal daylight conditions.
Please refer to the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook for more information.
Access from the access gate to the work site for all contractors who do not have an Authority to
Drive Airside (ADA) will be by escort only.
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3.10. Site Sheds and Locations
Site shed locations that have any impact on the airlines staging or storage area must be approved by
the Airfield Operations and Works Coordinators .
3.11. Food Consumption
Due to wildlife the consumption of any food whilst Airside should be contained within a vehicle or an
approved sealed site shed (at no stage should food be consumed outside in open areas).
3.12. Smoking
All the airside is a designated NO SMOKING area.
Smoking is not permitted within the works site, the building area or in any vehicle whilst airside.
3.13. Vehicle / Equipment Height Limit
No vehicle or other item of plant over 5 metres high may be used at the works site without authority
from the Airfield Works Coordinator phone +61 (03) 9297 1839 or + 61(03) 9297 1165.
3.14. Speed Limits
Maximum speed limits apply as follows:
• 60km/h or as signposted apply on the Perimeter Road,
• 40 km/h on the RWY and TWY areas,
• 10 km/h within the works site,
• 25km/h on the haul road for vehicles/15km/h for tugs,
• 15 km/h on the Aprons,
• 10 km/h within 15m of a parked Aircraft.
Breaches of the speed limit will result in a Penalty Infringement Notice (PIN) being issued or refusal
of access to the driver and vehicle involved.
3.15. Parking of Private Vehicles
Only vehicles and plant engaged in the works will be permitted at the works site. All other vehicles
must be parked at a site pre-arranged with the Project Manager.
All vehicles must be returned to the nominated compound at the completion of each day/night
works.
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3.16. Control of Works Personnel
All personnel associated with the work will always be bound by the directions of the Works Safety
Officer with respect to operational safety matters.
3.17. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the Airside Environment
The following PPE must be worn by all personnel, airside.
• Hearing Protection as per Melbourne Airport Airside Operations Safety Policy.
• Dayglow yellow High-Vis clothing or dayglow yellow vests that meet Australian Standards
and the Melbourne Airport Airside Operations Safety Policy
• Eye and Skin protection is to be worn in reference to the prevailing weather conditions
• Safety shoes must always be worn on works sites
• Hard Hats are required to be worn on work sites
3.18. Explosives
No explosives or explosive power tools may be used on the airport without prior approval of the
Airfield Operations and Works Coordinators .
3.19. Dust
Dust must be kept to a minimum and excavated areas must be constantly watered in windy
conditions.
3.20. Dumping of Fill
Fill must be transported from the site to landside and dumped in an area approved by the
Melbourne Airport Corporate Environment Team and the Airfield Operations and Works
Coordinators.
Fill must not be dumped or stored airside without the express approval of the Airfield Operations
and Works Coordinator.
4. Aerodromes Marker, Markings and Lights
Melbourne Airport shall mark the unserviceable operational area and install unserviceability markers
and markings during the works as detailed below and as per the attached plans.
Melbourne Airport may request the contractor to define the SRA.
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4.1. Unserviceability Markers
Stage 1
Marking the Unserviceable Operational Area
Closed portions of the
Manoeuvring area will be
marked by red and white
unserviceability markers
during the day, and red
lights at night, in
accordance with the
Manual of Standards
(MOS) - Part 139
Aerodromes
TWY Kilo on the TWY intermediate holding position west of TWY
Alpha centreline
TWY Juliet at a point 51m west of the TWY Victor centreline.
TWY Golf at a point 51m west of TWY Victor centreline.
TWY Foxtrot at a point 51 meters west of TWY Victor centreline.
RWY 16/34 at a point 51m south of TWY Echo or at Chainage 5714
RWY 16/34 at a point 51m north of TWY Echo or at Chainage 5866
RWY 16/34 at a point 77.5 metres south of RWY 09/27 or at
Chainage 6075.
RWY 16/34 at a point 77.5 metres north of RWY 09/27 or at
Chainage 6269.
TWY Alpha at 150m North of the RWY 09/27 centreline
4.2. Lights
All Lighting within and directly leading into the closed portion of Manoeuvring area will be obscured
or extinguished.
Movement Area Guidance Signs (MAG) signs within the closed area will remain energised where
possible to aid with contractor/worker situation awareness.
4.3. Procedure for protection of Electrical Services and Control Cables
The contractor, before the commencement of any works, will confirm the location of all
underground services. This check is usually done in conjunction with the issuing of a Permit to
Commence Works and prevents damage to any airport services.
An excavation permit must be obtained from Melbourne Airport – Airfield Lighting by emailing
[email protected] 7 days prior to any excavation works that penetrate the ground
surface.
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5. Any special requirements applicable
5.1. Height and Location of Critical Obstacles
The largest piece of plant /vehicle or equipment can be located anywhere within the closed area and
has a maximum of 5m’s.
The obstacle limitation surface cannot be penetrated without the relevant approvals. .
Any exceptions to this will be advised via a NOTAM.
5.2. Pavement and Cleanliness
The contractor is to ensure that RWY and TWYs used or crossed during the works are kept clean and
free of debris.
A sweeper (no steel brushes), approved by the Airfield Operations and Works Coordinator , is always
to be kept on call whilst works are in progress.
Areas within the works site must also be free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD).
No trench within the RWY or TWY strip may be left open, unattended or unprotected at the
completion of each day/night work without prior approval of the Airfield Operations and Works
Coordinators.
Any approved open excavations within the works area must be covered with heavy duty steel plates
and defined by either 900mm or 300mm red and white half-filled water barriers or red lights.
5.3. Waste Disposal and Environment Protection
Any putrescible waste generated at the site is to be placed in secure, covered rubbish bins and
removed from the airport at the end of each working day.
The contractor must ensure that all other waste is contained within the site and not free to blow
around the airport. Builders waste must be removed well clear of movement area to a site directed
by the Works Safety Officer and the Melbourne Airport Corporate Environment Manager.
The contractor must comply with all environmental controls as specified in the Construction
Environment Management Plan provided by the contractor and endorsed by the Melbourne Airport
Environment Manager or delegate phone +61 (03) 9297 1558.
Please note that the consumption of any food whilst Airside should be contained within a vehicle or
an approved sealed site shed (at no stage is food to be consumed in the open).
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5.4. Wildlife Hazards
Contractor to monitor all work sites for increased wildlife activity, in the event of increase to wildlife
activity the contractor is to notify Car 2 and the Airfield Operations Manager immediately. All
precautions are to be taken to minimise this risk.
5.5. Lime and Cement Stabilisation
Lime and cement spreading are not allowed to take place:
• in winds greater than 5 knots.
• if the wind is blowing towards the terminal.
• if the wind is blowing towards critical operational areas such as an active apron, TWY or RWY
system.
• the contractor will employ additional measures to minimise the escape of dust from the site.
It is preferable that contractors undertake the spreading of lime and cement dust at early
morning/dusk hours to minimize impacts on airfield operations. An approval must be obtained prior
to any spreading from the Senior Works Safety Officer (Car 2 Phone +61 418 335 985).
5.6. Inspection at the Completion of Works
On completion of the works (if applicable) the contractor is to return the area to a serviceable and
compliant standard and to the satisfaction of the Car 2.
Car 2 must conduct a thorough inspection prior to reopening to ensure that the area is serviceable
and compliant.
All facilities, markers and markings are to be carefully checked to ensure that they comply with the
CASA standards. Special attention must be paid to markers and/or markings/lighting that may have
been obliterated or obscured by the works party.
On completion of each stage of the works, the contractor is to:
• clean up the area to the satisfaction of the Airfield Operations and Works Coordinator
and/or Car 2
• make good any pavement damage to the satisfaction of the Airfield Maintenance Manager
• remove all building rubbish, excess materials and construction plant from the site.
A joint inspection involving the Airfield Lighting Maintenance Manager, Airfield Technical Manager,
Airfield Maintenance Manager, Airfield Operations & Works Coordinator and the Airfield Operations
Manager may be conducted before the works area is deemed to be completed.
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6. Administration
6.1. Contractors
The work is being carried out by Melbourne Airport staff and contractors employed by Melbourne
Airport.
6.2. Project Manager
The Project Manager will be Mr. Peter Parsons (W) +61 (03)9297 1106 (M) +61 474 852 727
The Project Manager will be contactable 24/7.
All questions relating to the technical aspect of this project should be directed to the Project
Manager.
Note: The Project Manager may change throughout these stages of works, changes will be advised
within the Local Works Plan.
6.3. Works Organiser
The Works Organiser will be the Airfield Interface Manager Mr Adrian Law
(M)+61 418 213 055
The Works Organiser will be contactable 24/7
All questions relating to the practical aspect of this project should be directed to the Works
Organiser.
Note: The Works Organiser may change throughout these stages of works, changes will be advised
within the Local Works Plan.
Nominated Senior Works Safety Officer Car 2 +61 418 335 985
The Nominated Senior Works Safety Officer Car 2 will be contactable 24/7
6.4. Airfield Operations and Works Coordinator
The Airfield Operations and Works Coordinator will be Mrs Leanne Carroll Melbourne Airport –
Airfield Operations and Works Coordinator (phone +61 (03) 9297 1839) or
Ron Butterworth Airfield Operations and Works Coordinator (phone +61 (03) 9297-1165)
Any queries about the conditions contained in this MOWP or the effect of the works on aircraft
operations should be directed to the Airfield Operations and Works Coordinators.
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6.5. Works Safety Officer
The Senior Airside Safety Officer (Car 2) will be the nominated Senior Works Safety Officer to look
after the works. The Senior Works Safety Officer may be supported by one or a team of Works Safety
Officers which may delegate some or all of the specified responsibilities.
The Senior Works Safety Officer will be responsible for the operational safety of the works including
the opening and closing of the works areas.
The Works Safety Officer performs the following responsibilities as specified in the CASA Manual of
Standards Part 139 and pertaining to these works:
a) Ensure the safety of aircraft operations in accordance with the standards for aerodrome
works and this MOWP;
b) Ensure that, where applicable, the aerodrome works are notified by issue of a NOTAM and
that the text of each NOTAM is as set out in this MOWP;
c) Supply the air-traffic controller, with whatever information is necessary to ensure the safety
of aircraft operations on a daily basis;
d) Discuss with the works organisation, on a daily basis, any matters necessary to ensure the
safety of aircraft operations;
e) Ensure that unserviceable portions of the movement area, temporary obstructions, and the
limits of the works area are correctly marked and lit in accordance with this MOWP;
f) Ensure that the vehicles, plant and equipment carrying out aerodrome works are properly
marked and lit or are under an escort;
g) Ensure that all other requirements of the directions and MOWP relating to vehicles, plant,
equipment and materials are complied with;
h) Ensure that access routes to work areas are in accordance with this MOWP are clearly
identified and that access is restricted to these routes;
i) Ensure that excavation is carried out in accordance with this MOWP and in particular so as
to avoid damage or loss of calibration to any underground power or control cable associated
with a precision approach and landing system or any other navigational aid;
j) Report immediately to air traffic control any incident, or damage to facilities, likely to affect
air-traffic control services or the safety of aircraft;
k) Remain on duty at the works area while work is in progress and the aerodrome is open to
aircraft operations;
l) Ensure that air traffic control is kept informed, of the radio call signs of the vehicles used by
the works safety officer;
m) Require the immediate removal of vehicles, plant and personnel from the movement area
where necessary to ensure the safety of aircraft operations;
n) Ensure that the movement area is safe for normal aircraft operations following removal of
vehicles, plant, equipment and personnel from the works area;
o) Ensure that floodlighting or any other lighting required for carrying out aerodrome works is
shielded so as not to represent a hazard to aircraft operations
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6.6. MOWP Author
This MOWP has been written by:
Ron Butterworth
Airfield Operations and Works Coordinator
Melbourne Airport
7. Authority
7.1. Conduct of Works
All works must be carried out in accordance with the standards set down in the Civil Aviation Safety
Authority publication entitled Manual of Standards Part 139 for Aerodromes and the specific
conditions laid down in this Method of Working Plan.
7.2. Expiry
This Method of Working Plan will expire on 1st of July 2023 unless otherwise amended or extended.
7.3. Variation
The approval of the Airfield Operations and Works Coordinator must be obtained before any
variation is made to this Method of Working Plan or associated NOTAM. Verbal approvals are to be
confirmed in writing at the earliest opportunity.
7.4. Approval
This Method of Working Plan has been checked and concurred with by Airservices Australia, Major
Airline Operators and internally within Melbourne Airport.
The Method of Working Plan is issued by Melbourne Airport in accordance with the Manual of
Standards 2019 Part 139 – Aerodrome Chapter 16 Method of Working Plans issued by the Civil
Aviation Safety Authority.
Michael Mahlstedt
Airfield Manager
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8. Drawings
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9. Distribution list
This MOWP will be distributed to the organisations and agencies listed below.
Air Calin Garuda Indonesia SriLankan Airlines Ltd
Air China Hainan Airlines Skytraders
Air India Heston MRO Swissport
Air New Zealand ISS Security Thai Airways International
Airservices Australia Japan Airlines Tianjin
Airwork Flight Operations Jepperson Australia Pty Ltd TOLL Air Services
Air Vanuatu Jet City Pty Ltd TOLL Aviation Services
Atlas Air Jetstar Airways Pty Limited TOLL Priority
Beijing Capital Airlines Latam United Airlines
Cathay Pacific Lufthansa Systems Flight Nav Inc Victorian Police Air Wing
Cebu Malaysia Airlines Vietnam Airlines
China Airlines Malindo Virgin Australia
China Eastern Melbourne Airport Viva Energy
China Southern Menzies Aviation Group Wexco Aviation Services
Civil Aviation Safety Authority Pel-Air Xiamen Airlines
Cootes Transport Group Philippine Airlines
Department of Defence Qantas Airways Limited
Dnata Qatar Airways
Emirates Rex
Etihad Airways Royal Brunei Airlines
Etihad Navigation Scoot
Express Freighters Australia Sichuan Airlines
Fiji Airways Singapore Airlines
