Lancaster Solar Farm
Project Location:
Victoria, Australia
Client Name:
European Energy
Project Description:
OCU teams delivered the piling and mechanical installation package for the 105MW Lancaster Solar Fam, located near the regional Victorian township of Lancaster.
The works included logistics management, survey activities, pile installation, tracker assembly and module installation across the site. Delivered using the Nextracker Horizon system, the project required close coordination with multiple contractors, careful logistics planning and adaptable construction methods to maintain programme performance and quality standards throughout delivery.
Key Stats:
105MW solar farm
Nextracker Horizon system installed
24,086 piles driven
170,050 solar panels installed
7 Months
Duration
Challenge
Working with limited space for material storage and site logistics
Large water channels restricted access across the site
Delivering works within a tight construction programme
Managing changing ground conditions compared to pre-construction investigations
Coordinating activities alongside multiple contractors operating across the site
Solution
Implemented tightly controlled logistics planning to manage material deliveries and minimise site storage congestion
Developed efficient construction sequencing to reduce unnecessary channel crossings and maintain productivity
Maintained a structured programme to support key project milestones
Adapted piling equipment and methodologies to suit changing ground conditions across the site
Maintained close communication and coordination with other contractors to manage works and avoid disruption
Outcome
Piling and mechanical installation works delivered to highest quality and safety standards
Project completed in line with planned construction programme
Successful deployment and trial of automated module installation technology
Strong collaboration maintained across multiple contractors throughout delivery
