For many engineering projects, unexpected ground conditions can lead to significant health and safety, environmental, quality, reputational and financial consequences. High quality site investigation and geological modelling enables clients to effectively manage these risks.
GHD's globally-connected team of geologists supports clients to manage these risks, providing a unique combination of science, experience, judgment and a passion for the inherent variability of ground conditions.
We offer a full range of geological investigation services to meet client needs including:
- Aerial photograph interpretation (API) and remote sensing methods
- Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) inspections
- Geological mapping (including rope access capabilities)
- In-house geophysics (comprehensive surface and downhole capabilities)
- Comprehensive intrusive investigations (including soil and rock sampling, in situ testing, instrumentation installation and monitoring)
- Difficult access investigations (e.g. crane and helicopter lift of drill rigs)
- In-house NATA accredited laboratory testing
We assess and assimilate our geological investigation results to create detailed ground models (2D and 3D) that highlight the principal geological issues that affect project success.
Through our teams of talented professionals, we offer local expertise with access to our globally-connected network. Our team provides geological services for:
- Soil and rock slope stability assessment and stabilisation design
- Foundations for structures and dams
- Excavation design and support
- Tunnels, shafts and underground openings
- Geo-hazard risk assessments and mitigation
- Earthquake hazard and seismicity assessments
- Contamination assessment and remediation
- Construction material resource evaluation
- Construction monitoring and design verification services
Below are your key contacts for Geology
Together with GHD, we have developed an unprecedented investigation scope for characterisation of a periglacial environment in one of the most significant ice-free landmass of Antarctica.
What sets GHD apart from other consultants is that you get us, you get why we are here. You understand the science and your passion for it is refreshingly infectious. Other consultants are transactional, GHD are collaborative. This is why we engaged you.
Dr Alistair Reed
Field Program Manager, Australian Antarctic division (AAD), Australian Antarctic division (AAD), Australian Government Department of the Environment & Energy
