RPS Australia and Asia Pacific Profile

1. Australia and Asia Pacific Profile
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2. RPS uses its significant
international consulting
experience and local
knowledge to help influence
world-class outcomes in
the energy and resources,
infrastructure, environment
and urban growth sectors.

3. About Us
We employ more than 4500 people
across the UK, Ireland, the Netherlands,
the United States, Canada,Australia and
Asia Pacific and undertake projects in
many other parts of the world.
In the Australia and Asia Pacific region, our
professional and technical staff work from
23 locations, including metropolitan and
regional centres in resource-rich and high
growth areas.
Australian operations commenced in 2003,
coinciding with the beginning of RPS’ major
expansion into the energy sector.
RPS has built its business using a mix of
organic growth and acquisitions of leading
consultancies in the region.
All now operating under the RPS brand,
we employ enthusiastic, talented staff with
a unique blend of skills and experience
that enables them to provide reliable and
practical advice.
Our strength is that we are uniquely placed
to provide a fully integrated response
to our clients’ changing needs.We have
extensive local knowledge supported by
the international network of expertise and
capabilities within our organisation.
We are committed to ensuring that
projects balance technical, social,
environmental and economic outcomes.
We have a reputation for meeting the
challenges posed by large, complex
projects and for conducting business in an
open and responsible manner.
RPS is an international consultancy providing world-class local solutions in energy
and resources, infrastructure, environment and urban growth.
Infrastructure
RPS has expertise in all phases of
infrastructure development from
feasibility and design to delivery.We
provide world-class design, spatial and
environmental services to the public
and private sectors.
Urban Growth
RPS assists clients to manage the
challenges of urban growth and
achieve world-class solutions. Our
unique integrated service offer
comprises design, survey, planning,
project management, economics,
cultural heritage, quantity surveying,
environmental and sustainability
specialists.
Environment
RPS is one of Australia’s most
experienced providers of
environmental services.We
provide specialist services for the
environmental management of oil
and gas exploration and production,
resource and mining projects,
infrastructure development, and
urban growth projects.
Energy and Resources
RPS provides integrated technical,
commercial and project management
support services to help clients
develop their energy resources across
the complete asset lifecycle.We have
three decades experience in the
exploration and production of oil and
gas projects.
Our Services – A-Z
n Asset Evaluation and Due Diligence
n Climate Change and Sustainability
n Contaminated Land
n Cultural Heritage
n Drilling Planning and Management
n Economics
n Environmental Impact Assessment
n Environmental Planning and Approvals
n Field Development Support
n Geology, Geophysics and Petroleum
Engineering
n HSE, Risk Management andTraining
n Landscape Architecture
n Oceanography and Meteorology
n Project Management
n Quantity Surveying
n Seismic Planning and Management
n Surveying and Mapping
n Terrestrial and Marine Ecology
n Urban Design
n Urban Planning
n Water

4. RPS helps clients develop their natural energy resources across the complete asset lifecycle.
We combine our technical and commercial skills with an extensive knowledge of
environmental and safety issues.
Energy and Resources
We apply our significant expertise to a
broad range of projects across:
n oil and gas
n renewable energy
n resources and mining
n government.
In each of these areas, we provide clients
with independent and flexible support
to help them achieve their technical and
commercial goals.
In the Australia and Asia Pacific region
and globally, we have considerable
experience in providing support to the
oil and gas sector. Our diverse team of
specialists work on some of the region’s
largest and most complex oil and gas
projects, onshore and offshore, assisting
clients in the evaluation, exploration and
development of their assets.
Recognising that safety is of paramount
importance to all projects, we are a leading
supplier of health, safety, environmental,
risk management and training services to
the energy and resources sector.
Committed to supporting world-class,
environmentally responsible development,
we assist mining companies to develop
projects from concept to implementation
including environmental and regulatory
approvals, environmental management,
cultural heritage, ecological assessments
and monitoring studies, surveying
and contamination assessment and
remediation.
We also work with resources and mining
companies to build communities through
the development of social and community
infrastructure.
Renewable Energy
The renewable energy industry is currently
emerging in Australia, but RPS is already
playing a lead role in its development.
We have assisted the development of a
number of onshore wind farm projects
in Australia and New Zealand and have
expertise in the areas of tidal and bio
mass generation.
Oceanography and Meteorology
RPS is a leading oceanographic and
meteorological consultancy providing
world-class services in support of coastal
and ocean engineering and environmental
protection.We have more than 35 years
experience in the collection, analysis,
interpretation of application of metocean
data.
Browse Basin LNG Marine
Megafauna Monitoring Program,WA
RPS has been engaged to design and
conduct extensive surveys of marine
life along the west Kimberley coast for
environmental impact assessment of
LNG developments.

5. Our breadth of experience in
the energy and resources sector
spans three decades. Our clients
include multinational, national
and independent energy and
resource companies, governments,
independent operators, engineering
and construction companies, industry
associations, seismic data acquisition
contractors and other infrastructure
and asset owners.

6. RPS’ foundations were built on environmental management.As internationally-recognised
environmental specialists, we deliver innovative and practical solutions through providing
superior technical, scientific, environmental and regulatory advice and services.
Surat to Gladstone Pipeline, QLD
RPS managed the environmental impact
assessment, including specialist studies, in
support of regulatory approvals for the
470km long gas transmission pipeline
proposed from the Surat Basin to
Gladstone to transport coal seam gas to a
planned liquefied natural gas plant.
Perth Waterfront,WA
RPS is the lead environmental consultancy
for a major project to revitalise Perth’s
Swan River shoreline led by the
Department of Planning.This ‘city-defining’
initiative will connect the city to the river
and deliver strong economic and social
benefits.
Hunter Economic Zone, NSW
RPS’ ecological services facilitated the
rezoning and provided a master plan
and management plans for sustainable
development of the Hunter Economic
Zone, a 3200 hectare site located in the
Lower Hunter (Kurri Kurri) which is set to
become the largest industrial estate of its
kind in New South Wales.
Environment
We draw on the skills of our diverse
range of experts to deliver services in the
areas of climate change, water sciences,
ecological and conservation assessments,
environmental management planning,
environmental impact assessment,
contaminated site assessment and
remediation, audits and due diligence
assessments, spatial sciences and
stakeholder consultation.
RPS has earned its reputation for
delivering quality environmental services
for a range of sectors and project types,
including:
n oil and gas
n renewable energy
n resources and mining
n urban growth
n infrastructure
n natural resource management
n government.
Advocates of sustainable development, we
offer a broad range of services to assist
our clients in the development of their
projects from concept to implementation.
We have extensive experience in the
environmental issues related to onshore
and offshore energy and resources
developments and the associated
regulatory framework.
We have developed a highly respected
reputation for the provision of technical
expertise combined with a pragmatic
approach to all aspects of environmental
assessment and management for projects
across the sectors.
Our geographic coverage, breadth of
experience and reputation for quality
service means RPS is a leading choice
for public and private sector projects
throughout the Australia and Asia
Pacific region.

7. Gorgon LNG Project,WA
RPS has played a major role in
conducting environmental studies
and coordinating one of the largest
EIAs ever undertaken in Australia for
the nation’s biggest single resource
project and one of the world’s largest
natural gas projects.We continue to
play a significant role coordinating
environmental and quarantine
management planning and leading
marine and terrestrial baseline work.

8. RPS is involved in some of the Australia and Asia Pacific region’s most important and
challenging infrastructure projects.
Abbot Point CoalTerminal, QLD
RPS is providing surveying services to
assist the expansion of the Abbot Point
CoalTerminal near Bowen. Employing
specialist equipment to overcome jetty
movement due to the port operation and
sea activity, we have delivered services
for the onshore storage and processing
facilities and offshore loading components.
Williamtown Aerospace Park, NSW
RPS is managing the planning, cultural
heritage and surveying of this 100 hectare
site adjacent to Newcastle Airport
and RAAF Base Williamtown.The park
is expected to be one of the largest
employers in the region, boosted by the
RAAF Base providing a home for the next
generation of fighter aircraft.
Perth to Mandurah Railway,WA
As principal environmental consultant
to the PublicTransport Authority, RPS
provided environmental impact assessment
of the proposed rail alignment and
preliminary site investigations. From 2004
until project completion, RPS was the
specialist environmental service provider
for the New MetroRail City Project which
included environmental auditing.
We provide strategic advice and expert
technical services to achieve the best
outcomes for projects in:
n transport
n utilities
n community and social infrastructure
n defence infrastructure
n energy and resources infrastructure
n government.
RPS has a strong track record working
on infrastructure development and the
capability to provide services to all project
phases.
We have a good understanding of, and
experience in, different procurement
models including Public Private Partnerships
and working on successful bid teams.
Our diverse team of experts comprises
urban designers, planners, surveyors,
landscape architects, project managers and
specialists in environmental assessment
and management, cultural heritage and
climate change.
RPS has successfully assisted a range of
significant transport infrastructure projects
including ports, airports, marinas, tunnels,
roads, rail links, busways and bridges.
We have the expertise and experience
to assist the public and private sectors
to successfully deliver water and energy
infrastructure projects, and embrace the
challenges of complex projects.
RPS has extensive experience in the
delivery of community/ recreation facilities
and parks. Our thorough understanding of
the requirements and controls involved in
working in the defence industry has been
developed through our engagement on
several upgrades at various defence sites.
Our strong focus on sustainability is
incorporated into the way we work and
our project outcomes.
RPS’ strong presence across 23 locations
in the Australia and Asia Pacific region
means we are responsive to clients’ needs
and have the capacity to mobilise specialist
teams to infrastructure projects in remote
and regional areas.
Infrastructure

9. UNSW EnergyTechnologies Building
This $90 million building will be
a flagship research facility for the
University of New South Wales,
supporting research and teaching in
key energy areas including photovoltaic,
carbon capture and storage, oil
and gas reservoir characterisation
and nanomaterials. RPS provided
planning services including preparing
the environmental assessment and
development application.
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Airport Link, QLD
RPS is the principal urban designer
and landscape architect for Airport
Link in Brisbane,Australia’s largest
Public Private Partnership and one of
the nation’s largest road infrastructure
projects. RPS’ scope of design works is
extensive incorporating five precincts,
each with individual character and
identity. RPS also provided extensive
pre-design survey services for the
project route.

10. RPS provides clients – public and private - with the widest range of professional urban growth
services in Australia. Our strategic advice and technical services enable our clients to deliver
projects that impact positively on the social, economic and environmental fabric of our communities.
RPS offers the most diverse and
strategically located teams of urban growth
professionals across Australia.
We help our clients to meet the
challenges of urban growth, drawing on
our teams of urban planners, economists,
project managers, surveyors and mapping
specialists, landscape architects, urban
designers and specialists in environment,
water, climate change, sustainability and
cultural heritage.
Our experts deliver value through an
integrated approach to development,
combining expertise and technical skills to
achieve a holistic project perspective.
RPS is uniquely positioned to support
Australia’s urban growth sector through its
depth of experience across:
n residential
n indigenous communities
n retirement living
n commercial
n industrial
n retail
n public realm
n tourism
n industrial projects.
We have also successfully assisted local
governments and regional planning
authorities to respond to growth through
the development of strategic policy on
planning and infrastructure delivery.
RPS has been recognised at the local,
state, national and international levels for
leadership in sustainability and climate
change.We have advised clients on
sustainable land use and maximising the
financial, economic and environmental
outcomes of property development and
infrastructure provision for many years.
Trade Coast Central, QLD
RPS’ planning and survey expertise has
ensured this 136 hectare masterplanned
industrial community will become
a model for sustainable industrial
development.Sustainable planning and
design includes design codes, open
space and community facilities, heritage
preservation, stormwater management
and the use of recycled water.
North Lakes, QLD
RPS’ planners, designers and surveyors are
helping to create one of Australia’s finest
communities north of Brisbane.Along with
homes for 20,000 residents, North Lakes
includes a town centre, retail shopping,
dining, business parks, a championship golf
course, a lake system, walkable networks,
playground areas, childcare centres and
primary and secondary schools.
Provence,WA
Provence is Busselton’s first masterplanned
community, described as “a 21st Century
coastal village inspired by centuries old
provincial excellence”. RPS planners and
designers are playing a key role in the
establishment of this innovative community
comprising three villages and a thriving
civic heart.
Urban Growth

11. Emporium, QLD
RPS provided planning and survey
services to transform an old 22
hectare bus terminal site in inner
Brisbane into a landmark mixed-use
development which incorporates
a Parisian-style precinct.The
development, which comprises seven
buildings, ranging from two to eight
storeys, around a vibrant village square,
won the Queensland UDIA Award for
Urban Renewal.
Torres Strait Sustainable Land
Use, QLD
RPS’ extensive experience in remote
indigenous communities coupled with
the use of 3D replica models of the
islands, facilitated robust community
consultation and the successful
preparation of Sustainable Land
Use Plans for 15Torres Strait Island
communities.

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13. Local presence, global reach
Their local knowledge and experience is
supported by the expertise and resources
of the people in our offices in the UK,
Ireland, the Netherlands, the United States
and Canada, providing clients access to an
even broader level of advice.
Our strategy is to continue to broaden our
range of services and geographic spread
across the region to provide clients with
an increased level of service and improved
efficiency for their projects. For further
information visit www.rpsgroup.com.au
RPS’ 900 professionals across the Australia and Asia Pacific region live and work in their local
communities and are committed to delivering world-class energy and resources, infrastructure,
environment and urban growth projects.
Kuala Lumpur
Singapore
Busselton
Perth
Port Hedland
Port Douglas
Cairns
Innisfail
Townsville
Gladstone
Mackay
Airlie Beach
Bowen
Sunshine
Coast
Gold Coast
Brisbane
Toowoomba
Ipswich
Sydney
Sydney West
Newcastle
Adelaide
Emerald

14. As market leaders, clients
trust our people to provide
vision, innovation and practical
world-class solutions.

15. Our people
Our broad range of complementary
skills, depth of expertise and knowledge,
together with our size, enables us to work
on a diverse range of projects, large and
small.
Our leaders are at the top of their
specialist fields and play an active role in
shaping their respective industries and in
developing our team. Our clients and staff,
alike, benefit from their extensive network
of contacts and knowledge.
We are committed to offering a high
quality and attractive workplace, which
includes managing our operational impact
on the environment.
RPS is recognised as an award-winning
employer of choice in both Australia
and internationally. In large part, this is
due to our focus on creating the right
environment – one that is busy and
productive, flexible and friendly and vibrant
and creative. Above all else, we strive to
provide a rewarding place to work where
our people are given every opportunity to
evolve and grow.
We invest in ensuring we attract, retain and
motivate employees of the highest calibre.
We’re highly supportive of internal and
external training and education.
We promote and support collaboration,
teamwork and professional development.
We provide opportunities for our people
to learn from each other and share
knowledge and ideas, across international
borders.
Exceptional people join RPS for the
opportunity to work with and learn from
the world’s leading experts in their field,
to contribute to an interesting range of
projects and to thrive professionally.
Our disciplines include:
n Archaeologists
n Commercial analysts
n Development managers
n Ecologists
n Economists
n Environmental and ocean engineers
n Environmental scientists
n Geologists
n Geophysicists
n Landscape architects
n Marine fauna/ cetacean biologists
n Petroleum engineers
n Petrophysicists
n Planners
n Project managers
n Quantity surveyors
n Research analysts
n Sedimentologists
n Spatial technologists
n Surface and groundwater hydrologists
n Surveyors
n Urban designers
RPS’ integrated team of talented and energetic professionals brings together some of the best
and brightest across a diverse range of disciplines.This is our unique strength.

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