Manning wastewater upgrades

What is happening?

We are upgrading the existing Jarman Avenue Pump Station in Manning to improve the disposal of wastewater in the City of South Perth.

This work will be delivered in two phases. This work includes:

Phase 1- Civil works

• Construction of a below ground pump station
• Construction of a short section of underground wastewater pipeline to connect the upgraded pump station to existing wastewater infrastructure
• Decommissioning of the existing pump station and wet well
• Temporary reinstatement of impacted area

Phase 2 - Mechanical and electrical upgrades

• Installation of aboveground electrical infrastructure
• Installation of new pumps, within the below ground pump station
• Final reinstatements of impacted area

Where is this happening?

Work is taking place at the existing Jarman Avenue Pump Station and the northern reserve, adjacent to Manning Primary School’s oval. Please see map below

Why is this taking place?

To ensure we can securely dispose of wastewater for the growing Manning community, we need to increase the capacity of our existing pump station. 

When is this taking place?

Construction began in June 2023. In early 2024, the design of the new wastewater pump station was modified due to a change in design standards. This caused a delay to the project timeline and changed the way the upgrades will be completed.

To minimise impacts to the community, the upgrades will be delivered in two phases.

Phase one was completed in early September. The below ground pump station is now operational.

Phase two commenced mid-September. This work includes the installation of electrical infrastructure by Western Power. We expect this work to take around two weeks to complete. Western Power’s authorised contractor, Cabling WA, will notify residents of any impacts relating to this work.

Our authorised contractor DM Civil will return to site from mid-October to finalise the work. We expect this to be completed by early-December 2024.

There will be minimal site presence in October for around two weeks whilst we ensure the new pumps are working correctly.

How will this impact the community?

As with any construction activities you may notice an increase in activity, truck movements and noise while we complete these upgrades.

To help ensure the safety of our workers and the community, temporary fencing will stay in place until the work is complete.

We are collaborating with City of South Perth to revegetate the area from September 2024. As we’re approaching summer, some planting may need to wait until winter 2025. This will not impact the completion of the work.

While most of the new pump station will be operational underground, there will be large electrical cabinets visible aboveground.

Who can I contact for more information?

If you have any feedback or concerns, or require further information, please call or email Community Engagement Advisor, Lexie Naylor on (08) 9420 2716 or lexie.naylor@watercorporation.com.au

If you need to report a fault, emergency or security issue, call 13 13 75 (24 hours).