Drilling & Blasting Contractors In Queenland, Australia
Supporting civil construction, quarries, mining, and renewable energy projects
Rock doesn’t care about your programme.
We deliver drilling and blasting services across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, and the Northern Territory, supporting civil construction, quarry production, mining rehabilitation, and renewable energy projects throughout Australia.
Qualified business delivering best-in-industry solutions Exceptional quality control standards (repeatable, auditable work) Leadership with 20+ years’ drill & blast experience Best-of-breed drill & blast subcontract partnerships (scale without losing standards) Electronic LV + drill pre-starts + maintenance systems (downtime control, compliance-ready) Focused on organisational procedures to ensure safe systems of work National drilling endorsement: Certificate III DrillingSafety Representative: Certificate IV WH&S Environmental & sustainability: BSc Ecology & Conservation BiologyState-based explosives use: Unrestricted Recognised Corporate Licence to Use Explosives Proud member & sponsor of Institute of Quarrying Australia Committee board member of Women in Quarrying
We provide a complete range of drilling and blasting services across civil construction, quarries, mining rehabilitation, and renewable energy projects.
Our capabilities cover production drilling, controlled blasting, ground support drilling, and specialised drilling applications. Delivered with precision, safety, and reliable operational performance.
At QLD Drilling & Blasting, we consider safety and quality the twin pillars of every successful drilling and blasting operation. Our comprehensive approach ensures the protection of our workforce, the environment, and your project’s long-term stability. By combining strict compliance with advanced methods, we deliver superior outcomes across all sites.
Certifications & Compliance We maintain a range of nationally recognised licences and certifications, ensuring our workforce is fully qualified to perform complex drilling and blasting tasks. By complying with local regulations in Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, and the Northern Territory, we uphold best practices at every stage of the project.
ISO 45001:2018 OH&S Lead Auditor
Cert III in Drilling Operations and Cert IV in Civil Construction
Our team brings together experienced drilling and blasting professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and precise outcomes across civil, quarry, mining, and renewable energy projects.
Stevie Murray
Director
Leads operations and coordinates crew logistics, ensuring safe mobilisation and efficient project delivery across all locations.
Ralph Wright
Shotfirer
Manages blasting operations, overseeing explosives handling, blast preparation, and safe execution across project sites.
Daniel Bailey
Shotfirer
Supports blasting operations, ensuring safe preparation and execution in accordance with project and safety requirements.
Giuseppe Pisasale
Safety Manager
Oversees safety systems, compliance, and field audits to ensure safe and compliant drilling and blasting operations.
Glenn Wheaton
Fleet & Maintenance Manager | Drill Rigs & LV's
Maintains drill rigs and support vehicles, ensuring equipment reliability and operational readiness.
Josh Cooper
Area Manager
Coordinates crews, manages client relationships, and oversees drilling and blasting projects across South East Queensland.
Dane Karreman
Area Manager
Manages drilling and blasting operations across Central Queensland, ensuring safe and efficient project delivery.
Ben Spinks
Area Manager
Leads operations across North Queensland, coordinating crews, equipment, and project execution.
Cathy Murray
Projects Manager
Project Accounts, invoicing support, and keeping projects moving.
Jenniffer Foulstone
Accounts & HR
Accounts support, HR coordination, and internal records.
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“Decades of experience” only matters if you can repeat it and prove it.We utilise industry-leading technology so every blast is designed and executed with maximum accuracy, safety, and transparency, including drone surveying, blast design software and bore verification.
Drone surveying of face and bench surfaces for precise 3D blast area mapping, minimising survey exposure to on-site hazards.
Blast designs created using Orica ShotPlus software, optimising fragmentation, vibration control and safety.
Strict QA/QC to verify borehole alignment and depth accuracy.
Experience across non-electric and electronic systems, including Orica UniTronics for flexible, controlled initiation
Integration with Orica BlastIQ enabling real-time blast data capture and digital reporting (design, loading and performance data per shot).
Most delays aren’t geology they’re breakdowns and logistics.
Our in-house maintenance division ensures maximum reliability and uptime, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency and compliance, including:
24/7 support from experienced maintenance staff with fully equipped service vehicles
Strict preventative maintenance schedule to minimise downtime
OEM parts supported by a strong supplier partnership
Full in-house capabilities (hose fabrication, drifter rebuilds, full servicing)
MEX software used for daily defect reporting and pre-start checks
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If you want pricing and mobilisation clarity quickly, send: Site location + access conditions What you need done (pick from the service list above) Constraints (close proximity? vibration limits? services nearby?) Programme timing (start date + windows) Any drawings, set-out, or geotech info you may have
We ensure drillers are trained and supported to maintain high productivity and minimise client burden, including:
Drillers holding Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations
Ongoing training and performance reviews by in-house trainer/assessor
Mine-spec ute + water trailer for self-sufficiency on site
Satellite depots across Queensland for fast access to parts/consumables
Dedicated logistics personnel delivering equipment directly to drillers to reduce downtime
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Our Drill Rigs & Machines
Our fleet includes multiple Epiroc SmartROC surface drill rigs, specifically the SmartROC T35, T40, and T45 platforms, allowing us to deliver reliable drilling across civil, quarry, mining, and renewable energy projects.These rigs are designed for quarrying and construction environments, delivering precise drilling, high productivity, and improved blast outcomes through consistent hole quality and intelligent control systems.
Precision drilling across multiple environments
Our SmartROC T35, T40, and T45 drill rigs provide consistent drilling performance across civil construction, quarry production, mining rehabilitation, and renewable energy projects. Their advanced control systems ensure accurate collar positioning, controlled penetration rates, and consistent hole depth. Protecting blast design integrity and improving overall excavation outcomes.
Intelligent rig control and hole accuracy
SmartROC drill rigs use advanced rig control systems to monitor drilling parameters in real time, reducing operator variability and improving hole alignment and consistency. This improves fragmentation outcomes, reduces oversize material, and supports safer and more efficient blasting operations.
Scalable fleet for small and large programmes
With multiple SmartROC rigs available, we can deploy single or multi-rig drilling operations depending on project size and programme requirements. This allows us to maintain production schedules, support simultaneous project sites, and scale drilling output to meet client timelines without compromising drilling quality.
Maintained for reliability and operational uptime
All drill rigs are supported by structured preventative maintenance systems, daily inspections, and dedicated fleet management. This ensures equipment remains operational, reliable, and ready for deployment. Reducing downtime and ensuring consistent delivery across all project environments.
Adelaide · Mount Gambier · Port Augusta · Whyalla · Port Lincoln · Riverland · Barossa Valley · Flinders Ranges · Yorke Peninsula · Limestone Coast · Fleurieu Peninsula
Darwin · Katherine · Alice Springs · Tennant Creek
Remote
24/7 Work
We provide drilling and blasting services across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, and the Northern Territory. Our experienced crews and modern SmartROC drill rigs allow us to mobilise efficiently to both regional and remote project locations, supporting civil construction, quarry production, mining rehabilitation, and renewable energy projects.
With self-sufficient drill crews, dedicated logistics coordination, and structured maintenance systems, we deliver reliable drilling services across metropolitan, regional, and remote environments throughout Australia.
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Past Projects
Proven delivery across civil, quarry, mining, and renewable energy projectsOur team has successfully delivered drilling and blasting services across major infrastructure, quarry, mining rehabilitation, and renewable energy projects throughout Australia.
These projects demonstrate our ability to deliver accurate drilling, safe blasting outcomes, and reliable operational performance across varied ground conditions and project environments.
Rock anchor drilling and ground support works delivered as part of dam wall infrastructure upgrades, ensuring structural stability and long-term safety.
