Soloman
site overview
Fortescues newest and largest iron ore mine, Solomans, is located approximately 60km from the township of Tom Price in the Pilbara.
The operation is one of the largest iron ore construction projects in Western Australia and is currently entering its production phase. The Solomans project will produce 60 mtpa of iron ore from two main deposits being the firetail and the kings deposit. Completion of the 20mtpa Firetail phase is scheduled for mid 2013 with early ore expected to cross the belt in March 2013.
The project uses multiple crushing and screening circuits and includes over 15km of conveyors, a train loadout system and multiple stackers and reclaimers.
The Soloman mine includes the latest in accommodation with a 1800 man Castle camp and the 500 man Dally camp. Mobile reception is present around all areas of the mine.
| Site Information | |
|---|---|
| Operating Status | Construction, Production |
| Client Roster | 4 Weeks On, 1 Weeks Off |
| Mining Contractor | Leightons |
| Mining Contractor Roster | 2 Weeks On, 1 Week Off |
| Catering Contractor | Morris Corp |
| Catering Contractor Roster | 2 Weeks On, 1 Week Off |
| Airline | Qantas, Skywest |
| Estimated Mine Life | 15 |
| Primary Commodity | Iron Ore |
| Mining Method | Open Pit |
Site Facilities
| Facility | Availability | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Foxtel | Basic channels | |
| GYM | Well equipped Gym | |
| Phone reception | Telstra Only | |
| Public computer with internet access | ||
| Swimming Pool | Only at main Castle camp | |
| TV Supplied | ||
| Washing Facilities | ||
| Wetmess | 6 mid strengths per night | |
| WIFI Access |
Site Photos
Camp
Site
Worked there on site at Solomon in late 2012. Stayed at the Dally camp. It was a standard style camp room but the newly built Castle camp looked pretty flash. Could only get 6 light beers after work which was probably a good thing as it was around the 40 degree mark. Food was really nice. especially for how large the Solomon camp is and you could order steak or fish every night if you liked. Everyone on site was friendly.