MGM Bulk has reached a significant milestone in developing MGM Lodge, a purpose-built accommodation precinct designed to support the company’s Fly In, Fly Out (FIFO) workforce in the Pilbara.
Currently being delivered in partnership with WA-based construction and project management firms Grounded and ProjX, the new lodge is set to provide high-quality, resort-inspired accommodation for the team that operates and maintains MGM Bulk’s fleet of 100-plus ultra-quad roadtrains in the region.
According to Project Manager John Smith, accommodation options in the surrounding areas are limited and often difficult to secure, regularly forcing a reshuffle of personnel across multiple camp sites based on local industry activity at the time.
“MGM Group has heavily invested in a fleet of ultra-quad roadtrains and a state-of-the-art, purpose-built workshop in the Pilbara,” he said.
“The development of MGM Lodge is our way of investing in the people behind the wheel and the team supporting them – providing a home-away-from-home built for the long shifts and tough conditions of the northwest.”
James Giacci, Marketing Manager at MGM Bulk, said the project marks a pivotal moment in the company’s growth trajectory.
“This was the natural next step in consolidating and scaling our operations in the northwest,” said Giacci.
“Having everybody on one site gives us control over our costs and allows us to design shift-friendly facilities that improve the experience for our people.”
This also forms part of the company’s long-term strategic commitment to the Pilbara, ensuring it continues to deliver exceptional service to our clients in the region for years to come.”
Designed to deliver more than just a place to rest, MGM Lodge will feature 220 private rooms (with scope for future expansion), each equipped with double beds, 50-inch smart TVs, fridges, block-out blinds, integrated cabinetry, silent exhaust systems, and spacious ensuites.
These rooms have also been purposefully designed to be larger and more comfortable than conventional FIFO camp accommodation, setting a new benchmark for space, comfort, and liveability in the industry. Every element, according to MGM Bulk, has been thoughtfully considered to foster a connected, high-quality environment that supports well-being, productivity and a better experience for workers staying longer-term.
Earlier this month, the project reached a major milestone with the arrival and installation of the site’s first concrete living modules, a clear indication that MGM Lodge is progressing from planning to reality
“Seeing those modules land on-site was a great moment for the team and a sign to our people that the vision is well and truly taking shape,” said Smith.
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