Cliff Head inspection and intervention works

NOPSEMA is arranging inspection and intervention activities at the Cliff Head Alpha platform, approximately 25 kilometres offshore from Dongara which are expected to commence in the coming weeks and continue into 2027.

The activities will be carried out on behalf of NOPSEMA’s Intervention Office by a specialist service provider to support the ongoing safe management and environmental protection of the facility. At this stage the facility remains safe and stable and has not produced oil since August 2024.

NOPSEMA is aware that activity in the area will increase during this period. All marine users are reminded that a 500-metre Petroleum Safety Zone remains in place around the Cliff Head facility. Mariners are to remain clear of the platform, ensure that no equipment or property that may pose an entanglement or navigational risk is present within the Petroleum Safety Zone or near the platform, and observe all navigational and safety information and warning measures.

NOPSEMA has received concerns about lighting on the platform and is working with the service provider to address the issue as a priority.

Updates will continue to be published as the activities progress.

For further information, please contact interventionoffice@nopsema.gov.au.