Advitech was engaged by a staging equipment supplier to provide independent third party engineering design verification for their specialised hoisting and lifting equipment, as part of a major upgrade at a prominent Sydney opera and theatre venue.
Services
Mine Winder Audits & Compliance
Independent mine winder audits and multidisciplinary engineering support
Mine winders are high‑risk systems in underground mining operations and must undergo rigorous, independent audits to remain compliant. NSW operations are required to complete five‑yearly audits conducted by an auditor who is independent from winder design, operation and maintenance.
Advitech brings together mechanical engineers, functional safety specialists and compliance experts to provide structured mine winder audits. Our team has a long history of conducting both electrical and mechanical winder audits, maintaining the required level of independence and delivering services aligned with Australian safety standards.
Our assessments and reporting help operators understand their compliance position, address key risks and support safe, reliable and continuous operation.
Our Mine Winder Capabilities
Independent Five-Yearly Winder Audits
Comprehensive mechanical and electrical audits conducted with full regulatory independence.
Design, Safety & Compliance Reviews
Verification of winder design and operation against applicable safety and compliance requirements.
Functional Safety Assessment & Lifecycle Support
Support across the equipment lifecycle to maintain safety performance and reduce downtime risk for powered winding systems.
Clear, Actionable Audit Reporting
Structured assessments and risk‑focused findings that support internal decision‑making and regulator engagement.
Problems we help you solve
When compliance obligations are unclear
Complex standards and WHS expectations can create uncertainty. We provide independent audits and clear reporting so you know exactly where your winder stands.
When your five‑year independent audit is due
Mandatory audits can be disruptive if poorly planned. We deliver structured, regulator‑aligned assessments that streamline the process and reduce operational impact.
When documentation gaps threaten approval
Incomplete or outdated records slow down compliance. We review, verify and consolidate documentation to support timely regulator submissions.
When winder modifications have accumulated over time
Years of operational changes make compliance difficult to evaluate. We assess, compare and confirm the current configuration to close compliance gaps.
When functional safety risks need structured oversight
High‑risk systems require ongoing safety management. We provide functional safety assessments and lifecycle support to help maintain safe, reliable operation.
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Client success stories
RUC Mining Shaft Sinking System
NSW, 2024/2025
Scope: Design verification and registration for the powered winding system
Challenge: Complex shaft sinking operations requiring comprehensive safety verification
Outcome: Successful regulatory approval and commissioning support
Value: Enabled safe, compliant shaft development operations
Tahmoor Mine No3 Shaft Winder
NSW, 2024
Scope: Five-year statutory safety audit of the existing hoist system
Challenge: Maintaining operational compliance while minimising downtime
Outcome: Comprehensive audit report with prioritised improvement recommendations
Value: Continued operational certification and enhanced safety systems
WA Nickel Operation Shaft Winder Upgrade
WA, 2022
Scope: Independent design review of major hoist system upgrade
Challenge: Ensuring upgrade compatibility with existing infrastructure
Outcome: Validated design approach and successful implementation
Value: Reduced project risk and optimised system performance
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