About
Queensland's Trusted Drilling Specialists for the mining and construction industries
Welcome to Beards Drilling, Queensland's Trusted Drilling Specialists.
Beards Drilling- Queensland’s Trusted Drilling Specialists are a family-owned business. With over 20 years of experience, we proudly service Mackay and the surrounding areas, and now we have a new office on the Sunshine Coast.
Our expertise encompasses the Construction, Civil, Mining, and Quarry industries. We are committed to delivering professional and reliable drilling solutions that consistently exceed client expectations through speed and efficiency.
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Our Services
We have extensive experience in various operations, including open-cut mining, quarrying, and civil projects such as road construction, railways, tunneling, dams, pipelines, and urban development. With a diverse range of drilling equipment and advanced technical knowledge, we tackle complex projects with precision and timeliness. We also offer expert recommendations on drill and blast design parameters, utilising the latest industry practices.
Meet Our Team:
Peter Beardsell- Founder
With over 35 years in the industry, Peter began his career as an underground driller in the NT, working across NT, WA, and Victoria. Alongside his wife, Sue, he started P and S Beardsell Blasthole Drilling over 25 years ago in Victoria. In 2003, they relocated their business and family to Northern Queensland for a better lifestyle for them and their three boys. Today their eldest son Daniel works in the family business alongside Peter, Daniel is in the Southeast QLD- servicing all drilling and ground support clients in this area.
Sue Beardsell- Office Manager
Sue has worked alongside Peter from the beginning, playing a vital role in the family business’s growth. She attends job sites to ensure all paperwork is in order and manages client communications. As an expert in establishing solid work foundations and fostering effective communication, Sue ensures that the Beards Team builds strong relationships with clients to achieve the best possible results.
Daniel Beardsell- Driller Manager
Daniel has been drilling since he was 18 years old, Peter has trained Daniel to have solid foundation in all aspects of drilling, they both share the same personal values- by doing a good job the first time and fostering strong relationships with their clients- they are committed to quality work in every project whether it be a small back yard job to drilling and blasting in windfarms, every project is handled with care and professionalism.

Safety Commitment:
At Beards Drilling, safety is our top priority. We adhere to the highest health and safety standards, ensuring our operators are well-trained to work safely, efficiently, and productively, making us Queensland’s Trusted Drilling Specialists.
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