WE PROVIDE SAFE, RELIABLE, COST-EFFECTIVE DRILLING SOLUTIONS.
Who We Are
Soil Mechanics
Based in Perth, Soil Mechanics offers specialised services to mining infrastructure projects throughout Australia, civil and construction sectors and local governments.
We have worked in some of the most difficult and challenging ground conditions in the State and been involved in some of the largest geotechnical and environmental projects in the southern hemisphere. We pride ourselves on our can-do approach to quality core and sample recovery for our clients, and always work with environmental considerations in mind.
Soil Mechanics offers track-based and wheel-based drill rigs and equipment, 4×4 truck carriers and water trucks for difficult to access and remote drilling, along with camping operations. We also have a range of over-water drilling platforms using floating and/or jack-up platforms, with heli portable options available.
Our plant and equipment is regularly maintained and carries all relevant safety equipment and documentation to access any mine or construction industrial sites.
Drillers are trained and certified to minimum Cert III drilling operations and hold verification of competencies for all our drill rigs and equipment.
Our People
At Soil Mechanics, our proven track record in delivering and exceeding our client’s expectations is down to our drillers, working closely with hydrologists, geologists and engineers.
Our drillers and drill assistants, who are vital to our success, are highly trained and experienced, and hold current drilling certification, along with verification of competency. Our team has a wealth of knowledge of ground conditions throughout the State and Australia. Collectively, this gives us the ability to see the big picture and identify and address potential issues with innovative thinking, best practices, and common-sense solutions.
Managing director, Daniel Van Liefde, started his career as a driller’s assistant at just 16, and founded Soil Mechanics in 2014, investing in the company’s first drill rig. He and operations manager Shaun Warburton each have more than two decades of experience in marine and land-based geotechnical drilling.
Our reputation as leaders in marine and land based geotechnical drilling, coupled with quality sampling and our solid safety culture makes us one of the most experienced and efficient teams in Western Australia.
HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WE BELIEVE THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF OUR EMPLOYEES IS PARAMOUNT TO THE SUCCESS OF OUR OPERATIONS.
Soil Mechanics Pty Ltd believes that the health and safety of its employees is of prime Importance to the success of its operations. The company is committed to conduct its operations in a manner that will not hurt people or endanger their health.
Soil Mechanics takes pride in our safety performance, with continuous improvements and record keeping. We engage in regular toolbox meetings and listen to our employees, ensuring that any mental health wellbeing and health and safety concerns are addressed.
Every day, we are committed to operating in a manner that will not hurt people or endanger their health.
The company policy is zero accidents, and this is a key management objective. In support of this commitment, the following policies form the basis of the company’s occupational health and safety (OHS) policy.
The company will comply with all applicable regulations and laws related to occupational health and safety in all areas of its business activities.
Soil Mechanics will continually review all aspects of its operations for the purpose of further enhancing safety and health standards over and above its legal requirements. All levels of management are responsible for preventing injury and illness.
Management is also responsible for:
- Providing a safe and healthy working environment
- Training employees in safe working practices
- Providing effective supervision
- Providing employees with information on potential hazards in the workplace and potential exposures that may affect their health.
All employees have a responsibility to work safely and must:
- Follow nominated safe working procedures
- Wear required protective clothing
- Care for the safety and health of fellow employees
- Immediately report all hazards, accidents and incidents
- Accept these responsibilities as a condition of employment. Soil Mechanics Pty Ltd encourages and expects the participation of all employees in the development and enhancement of the company’s occupational health and safety programs.
Who We Work With
