The project required the complete strip-out and reconfiguration of an existing radiation bunker and control room, including removal of internal linings, services, structural elements, and sections of concrete shielding. These works were undertaken within a live hospital environment, requiring strict staging, infection control measures, and coordination with clinical operations to minimise disruption to ongoing treatments.
A key component of the project was the modification and strengthening of the bunker structure to support the installation of advanced radiation therapy equipment. This included new concrete works, trenching, shielding adjustments, and integration of waterproofing systems to ensure long-term durability of below-ground elements.
The internal fitout focused on delivering a functional and highly controlled clinical environment. New partitions, acoustic treatments, suspended ceilings, and custom joinery were installed to create control rooms, treatment areas, and associated support spaces. Finishes were selected to meet stringent hygiene, durability, and operational requirements typical of medical facilities.
Building services formed a critical aspect of the project, with complex upgrades across mechanical, electrical, and specialist medical systems. New air conditioning and chilled water systems were installed to meet equipment cooling requirements, alongside upgraded electrical infrastructure designed specifically for the linear accelerator.
Specialised systems, including medical gases, vacuum lines, communications, and safety interlocks, were integrated to ensure compliance with clinical standards and equipment specifications. All systems were tested and commissioned in accordance with relevant Australian Standards and hospital requirements.
The project demanded careful coordination across multiple trades, particularly due to the need for works to occur within operational hospital hours and sensitive clinical environments. Strict dust control, acoustic management, and access protocols were implemented to protect patients and staff throughout construction.
The completed facility provides a purpose-built, high-performance treatment environment that supports cutting-edge cancer therapy equipment. The refurbishment enhances both operational efficiency and patient care, delivering a technically robust and future-ready clinical space within a complex healthcare setting.
