Fire Stations
Aberdare, Ebbw Vale & Hirwaun
Fire Station Refurbishment, Aberdare
Andrew Scott Ltd was appointed to deliver the comprehensive refurbishment and modernisation of Aberdare Fire Station. The works were carefully phased to ensure the station remained fully operational throughout, with critical emergency communications and call-out systems successfully transferred to temporary welfare and operational facilities.
Key project elements included:
Safe demolition of the existing training tower located close to the temporary units and the main Valley railway line requiring close coordination with SWFRS and Network Rail to prevent disruption.
Demolition of the existing two-storey administration block to facilitate the construction of a new modern two-storey facility, built on the original footprint.
Extensive groundworks, including new drainage systems with oil separators, attenuation tanks, a 10,000L underground water storage tank for training use, and construction of a new access road with street lighting.
Upon completion of the new building, fire service operations were seamlessly transferred from the temporary facilities, enabling refurbishment works to commence on the existing appliance bay
Ebbw Vale Fire Station Refurbishment
Andrew Scott Ltd successfully delivered the refurbishment and modernisation of Ebbw Vale Fire Station, carefully managing all works within a live operational environment. Temporary offices were provided to ensure uninterrupted emergency service access, and construction activities were strategically planned around fire service shift patterns.
Internal works included:
Installation of new ceilings, wall and floor finishes (including carpets and vinyl)
Upgraded kitchen, living, sleeping, toilet and shower facilities
Creation of a dedicated gym area
Full mechanical upgrades, including new boilers, extract systems, and heating
General electrical installations and a new security system
External works included:
Drainage system completion
Kerb and road surfacing
Controlled access gates
Specialist investigations, including pressure testing of the fuel tank and soil contamination checks
Relocation of fuel storage facilities
Hard and soft landscaping
The project was delivered with minimal disruption to fire station operations, ensuring continued service to the local community throughout the works
First time working with Andrew Scott Ltd. The working relationships were formed quickly and easily which was beneficial considering this contract involved ASL coming in and completing the works which was left incomplete following the previous contractor going into liquidation. The quality of workmanship is good. Although there were numerous variations, mainly Client led, ASL had no problems managing them into the contract. Contractor QS and Design Team worked well together in order to keep abreast of ever changing costs to the satisfaction of the Client.
Mark Davies, Property Servies, Monmouthshire County Council
Hirwaun Fire Station New Build
LABC Award Best Commercial Building Winner
Andrew Scott Ltd successfully delivered the design and construction of a new, state-of-the-art fire station in Hirwaun. Early contractor involvement was key to the project’s success, with close collaboration across the supply chain to ensure construction activities could proceed safely and efficiently adjacent to the existing facility, which remained fully operational 24/7 throughout the works.
All construction activities were carefully programmed to align with the station’s operational shift patterns, with minimal disruption to daily functions. The health and safety of on-site personnel, station staff, and visitors remained a top priority throughout the project.
The new station features a steel-frame structure with concrete floors, metal profile cladding to external walls, and proprietary roofing systems. External works included the creation of car parking facilities, drainage infrastructure, external services, a cycle park, and associated hard and soft landscaping.
Designed and constructed to achieve BREEAM ‘Excellent’ accreditation, the building incorporates several sustainable technologies, including a Bauder green roof system and solar thermal panels for hot water generation.
The final design provides a modern, attractive, and highly functional environment. Internally and externally, the space supports collaboration, operational efficiency, and well-being. It is purpose-built to meet the current and future needs of a Retained Duty System (RDS) fire station, supporting modern working practices and promoting interaction and innovation among staff.