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Watsons Road Level Crossing Removal: Supporting Safe and Efficient Infrastructure Delivery

The Watsons Road Level Crossing Removal in Diggers Rest is a significant component of Victoria’s Big Build, aimed at improving safety, reducing congestion, and supporting the rapidly growing communities in Melbourne’s north-west. Delivered as part of the Western Program Alliance, the project removes the level crossings at Watsons Road and Old Calder Highway by constructing new road bridges, permanently separating road and rail movements.

KPI Construction Services was engaged to provide skilled labour hire and comprehensive traffic management services, supporting major construction works within an active rail corridor and high-traffic environment.

Project Overview – Part of Victoria’s Big Build

Scope and Objectives of the Watsons Road Level Crossing Removal

The project includes:

• Removal of the Watsons Road and Old Calder Highway level crossings

• Construction of two new road bridges to separate vehicles and trains

• Improved safety outcomes for motorists, pedestrians, and rail users

• Reduced congestion and improved travel reliability for more than 8,000 daily vehicles

• Future-proofed infrastructure to support growth in Diggers Rest and surrounding areas

Once complete, the project will contribute to making the Sunbury Line level crossing free, supporting more frequent and reliable train services.

KPI Construction Services’ Role and Capabilities

KPI Construction Services delivered an integrated suite of services critical to the safe execution of works, including:

• Skilled Labour Hire, providing experienced personnel to support traffic and site operations

• Traffic Management Crews operating within high-risk road and rail interfaces

• Traffic Management Planning and Design, aligned with staged closures and complex construction sequencing

• Permits and Approvals Management, ensuring compliance with VicRoads, LXRP, and local authority requirements

• Traffic Management Coordination and Oversight, including ongoing monitoring, adjustments, and stakeholder liaison

With Watsons Road closed at the level crossing from November 2024 through to late 2025, KPI’s planning and operational expertise was essential in maintaining safe detours, minimising disruption, and protecting both workers and the public.

Why the Watsons Road Level Crossing Removal is Critical

Improving Safety for a Growing Community

More than 27 trains pass through the Diggers Rest level crossings during the morning peak alone, resulting in significant boom gate down time and increased safety risk. Removing the crossings eliminates conflicts between road and rail, delivering long-term safety benefits.

Reducing Congestion and Improving Network Efficiency

The separation of road and rail significantly improves traffic flow, reduces delays, and supports freight, commuter, and emergency vehicle movements across Melbourne’s north-west transport network.

Delivering Traffic Management in a Live Rail Environment

Major works involved around-the-clock construction activity, rail shutdowns, bus replacements, and complex detour arrangements. KPI Construction Services’ ability to provide qualified personnel, compliant traffic management systems, and proactive on-site management ensured safe and efficient access was maintained throughout all phases of the project.

KPI Traffic Control NSW was engaged by ICON to deliver complete traffic management services for the North Sydney Pool Redevelopment Project. This high-profile development is transforming one of Sydney’s most iconic community assets, located right beside the Harbour Bridge and within a busy precinct of roads, pedestrians, and public spaces.

Our Scope of Works

Given the project’s unique location and complex logistics, KPI provided a comprehensive traffic management package, including:

• Traffic guidance schemes and TMP development to support safe construction activities.
• Traffic flow management across high-volume city roads and local access points.
• Safety setups designed to protect workers, pedestrians, and cyclists in a high-footfall area.
• Permit facilitation and compliance management to meet all regulatory requirements.
• Site logistics coordination ensuring seamless deliveries and minimal community disruption.

Challenges and Solutions

The North Sydney Pool project posed several challenges, including:

• Proximity to Sydney Harbour Bridge traffic, requiring highly coordinated traffic management.
• Large volumes of pedestrian and cyclist movements around the foreshore and Luna Park precinct.
• Strict requirements for community access and safety throughout construction.

KPI’s experienced traffic controllers and planning team ensured all challenges were met with safe, compliant, and efficient solutions. Our proactive approach allowed construction to progress without delays while maintaining safe public access to surrounding facilities.

Project Outcomes

• Zero project delays caused by traffic operations.
• Full compliance with council and RMS permit requirements.
• Safe, controlled traffic flow around one of Sydney’s busiest and most sensitive precincts.
• Positive collaboration with ICON, subcontractors, and local stakeholders

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Clyde Road Upgrade, Berwick: KPI Construction Services’ Expertise in High-Risk Traffic Management

The Clyde Road Upgrade in Berwick is a flagship component of Victoria’s Big Build, aimed at easing congestion, improving traffic flow, and boosting safety for more than 30,000 daily road users. This critical infrastructure project involves widening Clyde Road between Enterprise Avenue and Bemersyde Drive, upgrading intersections at Kangan Drive and the Princes Freeway, and expanding the existing bridge over the freeway from six to ten lanes.

As the appointed traffic management contractor, KPI Construction Services plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of works within complex, high-volume traffic environments.

At KPI Construction Services, we specialise in delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable traffic management solutions for major infrastructure projects across Queensland. As a proud supplier to the Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 3, we provide a full suite of services designed to support construction while keeping the community moving.

This 6.7-kilometre extension from Broadbeach South to Burleigh Heads is a vital upgrade to the region’s public transport network. It includes eight new stations, improved pedestrian and cycling access, and future connectivity to Gold Coast Airport. The project is jointly funded by the Queensland and Australian Governments, with support from the City of Gold Coast.

Our team is actively involved in:

• Traffic control services to manage vehicle and pedestrian flow
• Road safety equipment hire, including barriers, signage, and cones
• Support vehicles, such as our “Towards Zero” VMS fleet, part of the KPI Zero Program

The KPI Zero Program is our commitment to reducing road incidents and environmental impact. Our VMS vehicles provide real-time messaging and visibility, helping to protect workers and the public around active construction zones.

We also offer expert planning and design for Temporary Traffic Management Plans (TMPs), ensuring minimal disruption to local businesses, schools, and residents. Our approach combines safety, compliance, and innovation — making us a trusted partner in shaping the future of transport infrastructure.

Whether you’re navigating roadworks or planning a large-scale project, KPI Construction Services is here to help. We’re proud to contribute to a safer, smarter, and more connected Gold Coast.

At KPI, our expertise lies in delivering top-tier traffic management solutions, meticulous planning, and seamless permit facilitation for some of Victoria’s most complex infrastructure projects. A key highlight of our approach is the deployment of our Automated Cone Trucks (ACTs), which ensure maximum precision, efficiency, and safety on-site.

Currently, we have two Automated Cone Trucks operating on the Eastern Freeway Upgrade, one of Melbourne’s most ambitious transport projects. Together, these trucks have already:

• Deployed and retrieved over 10,000 traffic cones with pinpoint accuracy.

• Saved our crews hundreds of hours of manual handling, reducing fatigue and workplace risk.

• Contributed to a 40% increase in operational efficiency, allowing safer and faster traffic management setups.

The Eastern Freeway Upgrade introduces advanced traffic management technologies, new express lanes, and Melbourne’s first-ever dedicated express busway. Once complete, these enhancements are expected to significantly reduce travel times and improve the reliability of public transport across the city’s eastern suburbs.

Beyond transport efficiency, the project also prioritises sustainability and community wellbeing. Key features include:

• New walking and cycling pathways to encourage active transport.

• Upgraded open spaces, wetlands, and waterways, enhancing the natural environment.

• Next-generation noise barriers built to meet enhanced noise reduction standards, ensuring quieter and more liveable communities.

With KPI’s cutting-edge traffic management solutions and the deployment of our Automated Cone Trucks, we are proud to be playing a critical role in supporting this transformative project that will reshape Melbourne’s transport network and urban environment.

Queen’s Wharf Towers 5 & 6 mark the final stage of the iconic Queen’s Wharf Brisbane development, one of Australia’s largest and most ambitious mixed-use projects. Tower 5, an impressive 75-story skyscraper designed by the award-winning Cottee Parker Architects, will stand as a striking addition to Brisbane’s skyline, showcasing cutting-edge architecture and a strong commitment to sustainable design.

KPI is proud to play a vital role in this landmark project as the trusted traffic management contractor. Our team is responsible for implementing comprehensive traffic control measures, designing detailed traffic guidance schemes, developing TMPs (Traffic Management Plans), and securing all required permits.

By providing highly trained traffic controllers and tailored traffic solutions, we ensure that construction activity causes minimal disruption to the public, while maintaining the highest levels of safety and efficiency on and around the project site.

As Queen’s Wharf Towers 5 & 6 move closer to completion, KPI continues to deliver reliable, innovative, and safety-focused traffic management services, supporting one of the most transformative developments in Brisbane’s history.