Australia Post Parcel Facility

Commercial
ClientBrisbane Airport Corporation
LocationBrisbane Airport, QLD
Delivery Method Design & Construct
COMPLETION DATE2025

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

Tomkins delivered the Australia Post Parcel Facility at Brisbane Airport — the largest industrial facility ever constructed on airport land within the Brisbane Airport Corporation precinct. Built for Brisbane Airport Corporation under a Design and Construct contract, the 33,881m² facility provides Australia Post and its StarTrack subsidiary with a purpose-built, automated parcel processing hub that directly supports their growing eCommerce and logistics network across South East Queensland.

The development includes a 31,547m² automated parcel facility, 1,995m² of premium office space, 340 on-site car parking bays and a new estate road. Direct airside connectivity integrates the facility with Brisbane Airport’s freight network, while dedicated zones for Australian Border Force and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry support international freight operations.

Achieved Practical Completion in 2025, with Australia Post able to commence operations approximately two months ahead of their required operational timeframe.

The Australia Post Parcel Facility at Brisbane Airport is the largest industrial building ever delivered on airport land within the BAC precinct. Designed and constructed by Tomkins under a Design and Construct contract with Brisbane Airport Corporation, the 33,881m² development provides Australia Post with a purpose-built automated parcel processing hub — including a 31,547m² sorting floor, 1,995m² of office accommodation, 340 car parking bays and a new estate road.

The facility features direct airside connectivity to Brisbane Airport’s freight network, with dedicated Zone 2 and Zone 3 aviation security areas supporting Australian Border Force and DAFF international freight operations.

Construction within an active airport environment required strict compliance with Obstacle Limitation Surface (OLS) height restrictions, driving innovative solutions throughout — including a 20-metre cantilevered awning using tapered portal frame rafters, roof sheeting skated into position rather than crane-lifted, and High Modulus Controlled Stiffness Columns (CSC) for ground remediation in place of traditional deep piling.

Sustainability initiatives include a 450kW solar system with BESS battery storage, low carbon concrete and active construction waste recycling. The project is targeting a 5-Star Green Star Design & As Built rating.

Delivered within budget and achieving Practical Completion in July 2025 — enabling Australia Post to commence operations approximately two months ahead of schedule.

“
Tomkins has consistently demonstrated their commitment to excellence and has become a truly trusted and integral part of our project delivery team.
Scott Norris
Executive General Manager Commercial
Entry signage and external view of the Australia Post Parcel Facility on Boronia Road, built by Tomkins.
Australia Post facility exterior with parcel collection entry, boom gate and pedestrian crossing built by Tomkins
Australia Post facility exterior with parcel collection entry, boom gate and pedestrian crossing built by Tomkins
Australia Post office workstation area with desks, task chairs and views into the warehouse built by Tomkins
Covered outdoor staff breakout area with tables, chairs and skylight at Australia Post built by Tomkins
Australia Post staff amenity room with kitchenette, storage, windows and wall mounted display built by Tomkins
Australia Post internal entry area with fire indicator panel, service window and adjoining office access built by Tomkins

The Australia Post Parcel Facility at Brisbane Airport delivers one of Australia’s most technically complex logistics facilities. With 33,881m² of purpose-built infrastructure, direct airside access, advanced parcel automation and a 450kW solar system, the facility positions Australia Post to meet the growing demands of eCommerce delivery across South East Queensland. For Brisbane Airport Corporation, it marks another milestone in the development of a world-class freight and logistics precinct — and the 20th successful project delivered by Tomkins within the airport estate.

  • Total GFA: 33,881m²
  • Automated parcel facility: 31,547m²
  • Office space: 1,995m²
  • On-site car parking: 340 bays
  • Solar system: 450kW with BESS battery storage
  • Cantilevered awning: 20m span with tapered rafters
  • Direct airside access to Brisbane Airport freight network
  • Zone 2 and Zone 3 aviation security areas
  • Dedicated ABF and DAFF international freight processing zones
  • Ground remediation: High Modulus Controlled Stiffness Columns (CSC)
  • Low carbon concrete throughout
  • Targeting 5 Star Green Star Design & As Built rating (GBCA)
  • Delivery method: Design and Construct (AS4902 amended)
  • Largest industrial facility on Brisbane Airport land to date
  • 20th project delivered by Tomkins for Brisbane Airport Corporation

“A next-generation logistics hub designed for efficiency, sustainability and scale; supporting Australia Post’s growth and Brisbane Airport’s future.”

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