Line Marking Fremantle Project

Line Marking Project – Temporary Bus Layover Facility, Fremantle WA

Location: Fremantle Bus Station

Suburb: Fremantle, Western Australia

Facility Type: Temporary Bus Layover

The Problem – Delivering Under Pressure

Delineation Line Marking was engaged to deliver temporary line marking for a newly established temporary bus depot in Fremantle. The depot formed part of a PTA expansion and was required to be fully operational within a defined timeframe.

With bus services scheduled to commence shortly after completion, the line marking works became a critical final stage of the project.

Upon arrival on site, several unexpected challenges became apparent:

• The surface had not been swept or adequately prepared.
• Surveying works were not fully complete.
• Certain sections of asphalt were missing or in need of repair.
• Access sequencing was impacted by other trades still operating onsite.

The Solution – Structured Execution Under Constraints

We mobilised quickly and worked collaboratively with the site supervisors. Clear communication was essential to ensure surveying data was confirmed before marking commenced.

We utilised high-quality water-based road marking paint, selected for:

• Fast drying times
• Strong brightness and reflectivity
• Suitability for temporary traffic environments
• Compliance with Western Australian standards

As the area had not been swept before our arrival, we immediately liaised with the project manager and organised a last-minute sweeper to attend site. This ensured that debris, dust, and loose material were removed from all areas that were to be line marked, allowing us to achieve ideal paint adhesion and a clean, high-quality lines.

The incomplete asphalt sections required careful assessment. Where repairs were pending, we delayed installation until repairs had been made and continued working on areas where repairs were not needed, this prevented bottle necks and delays.

Despite the surveying delays, we worked with the survey team to communicate what we reference points we needed before applying markings. This ensured dimensional accuracy and compliance with the client’s design and specific requirements for traffic flow.

Compliance & Standards

This project required adherence to MRWA specifications and applicable Australian Standards for line marking and traffic management. Bus depots demand high visibility and clear delineation due to the size and movement patterns of heavy vehicles.

The Result – Operational Readiness on Time

Despite surface challenges, incomplete preparation, and a tight deadline, the depot received:

• Clean, bright, highly visible temporary line marking
• Accurate bus bay alignment
• Safe circulation paths
• Full compliance with regulatory standards
• Completion within the required timeframe

The client was able to activate the temporary bus depot as scheduled, avoiding operational delays and potential late delivery damages.

This project highlights our ability to deliver under pressure, adapt with the help of the team onsite to evolving conditions, and maintain compliance and quality even when timelines are tight and preparation is less than ideal. Although the situation was less than ideal, we coordinated with other trades and project managers to meet the requirements.