Northam Zondereinde Stormwater Management Case Study

Addressing operational water challenges in mining

Seasonal rainfall at Northam Platinum's Zondereinde Mine, in the Thabazimbi Waterberg District Municipality, posed significant risks to mining operations. The facility required a stormwater management system capable of handling high water volumes while maintaining environmental compliance and operational continuity.

Axsys Projects partnered with Northam Platinum to construct a robust concrete stormwater system, integrating technical precision with a skills transfer programme for local contractors. This approach delivered both operational performance and lasting local capability.

Key Deliverables

Surveying and site preparation

Comprehensive surveys set the foundation for accurate construction and safety compliance.

Bulk earthworks and excavation

Managed large-scale excavation efficiently and to specification.

Complete stormwater system construction

Integrated drainage, runoff control, and compliance measures.

Concrete placement of 2,300m³

Supported a durable and reliable stormwater network.

Skills transfer for local contractors

Provided hands-on training in civil construction practices, project planning, and safety protocols.

Skills development impact

A key focus was equipping local contractors with construction capabilities to support future projects.

Training covered:

Quality management systems

Production planning and execution

Safety protocols and implementation

Commercial Management practices

This ensured that local contractors could apply these skills beyond the project, contributing to workforce development in the region.

Engineering for performance and compliance

The project required precise civil engineering to manage water flows during peak rainfall periods.

Design and execution focused on:

Maintaining environmental compliance

Supporting uninterrupted mining operations

Delivering a durable infrastructure solution

Project
Summary

Client: Northam Platinum Zondereinde Mine

Location: Thabazimbi, Limpopo

Duration: February 2022 - March 2023

Sector: Mining Infrastructure - Civils and Structures

Contract Type: Design & Build with Skills Transfer

Deliverables: Complete stormwater system, 2,300m³ concrete placement, local contractor training

Outcome

Axsys Projects successfully delivered a functional and reliable stormwater system while providing practical skills transfer to local contractors. The project strengthened operational continuity, compliance with environmental standards, and local workforce capability.

Northam Zondereinde Stormwater Management