Consulting Services
Mining Feasibility Studies
Due Diligence, Owners Representative
25 Years solving Complex Challenges with Cost Effective Solutions in the Mining Industry
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Extensive experience managing mining studies, predominately in the WA iron ore industry, from exploration and concept to detailed design.
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A unique understanding of capital cost levers, and the relationship between basis of design issues, capital costs and operating issues.
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Thorough understanding of complementary project functions including engineering, metallurgical testwork, financial evaluation, construction, project controls, estimating, scheduling, contracts, procurement, environment, heritage, native title, stakeholder management and government approvals.
Services we provide
Owners Representative Services
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Project Implementation options
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Identification and analysis of strategic options/alternatives
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Strategic direction of project scoping
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Stakeholder identification and collaboration
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Coordination of study consultants
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Produce conceptual schedule and indicative cost data
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Communication and stakeholder management
Feasibility Study Management
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Study Management
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Implementation Planning
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Capital cost development and review
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Operating cost development and review
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Schedule development and analysis
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Risk review facilitation and mitigation strategies
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Financial Modelling
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Optimisation of schedule, cost and risks to the Client.
Peer Reviews
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Peer review of studies and projects to recognised industry standards
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Review of project risks
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Review of capital and operating costs estimates
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Review of project risk mitigation and optimisation strategies
Due Diligence Services
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Review of the project scope, capital costs and operating costs
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Assessment of financial and technical aspects of project development to assist project finance
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Review of Study Process against Industry Standards
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Assessment of technical and commercial viability of projects
Meet our team
We are committed to helping clients reach their project goals, directly and efficiently.
At Merrells we get straight to the point.
Jonathan Merrells
Principal Consultant