High-Quality Drilling Services Across Queensland

Professional Drilling Services That Deliver Real Results

Need reliable, experienced drillers who can handle Queensland’s toughest terrain? Based in Yarraman and well-known throughout Kingaroy and the South Burnett region, Schuey Brothers Drilling offers high-quality, all-inclusive boring and drilling services for projects of all sizes. Whether you need a bore for stock water, require precise geotechnical samples, or are undertaking exploration drilling, we’ve got the right tools and know-how to deliver exceptional results—on time and on budget.


We're a fully licenced and registered contractor with the expertise to handle water boring, monitoring wells, geotechnical drilling, and more. We work closely with you to define project parameters and ensure the outcome is just what you expect. From hydrating clays and basalt formations to hard granite, no challenge is too big (or too small) for our team. We’re proudly owner-operated and focused on productivity, safety, and value for money.

  • Licensed and experienced operators
  • Customised top-head drive rigs
  • Specialising in challenging terrain
  • High-performance outcomes every time

Water Boring

Reliable access to water is vital for farms, homes, and rural properties. We drill stock, irrigation, and domestic bores to suit your land, water table, and usage needs. With extensive experience in Queensland’s variable conditions, we deliver long-lasting results using modern equipment and proven techniques.

  • Domestic, stock & irrigation bores
  • Deep bore capabilities
  • Knowledge of local geological formations
  • Safe, efficient & fully licensed

Monitoring Wells

We install monitoring wells for environmental, groundwater, and land assessment projects, working closely with councils, civil contractors, and landowners. Our experienced team ensures precise positioning and accurate bore construction every time.

  • Groundwater monitoring & sampling
  • Environmental site assessments
  • EPA- & project-compliant methods
  • Safe and accurate installation

Exploration

Our exploration drilling services support resource discovery and geological analysis for a wide range of industries. Whether you're investigating coal seams or conducting regional surveys, we provide the skill, speed, and reliability your project needs.

  • Coal and resource exploration
  • Core recovery and sampling
  • Remote and regional project capability
  • High-capacity rigs for extended drilling


Exploration & Core Drilling Set Up


  • On board Air Compressor 350 PSI 900 CFM
  • Capacity to carry 240 meters x 90 mm Drill rods on board, excess rods on
  • support truck
  • Support trucks with a backup 350 PSI 1100 CFM Air compressor and
  • 10,000L water tanks 
  • Support truck with 10,000L water cart and adequate tooling
  • Rod slope


Rig capabilities include rotary air and/or rotary mud:


  • 90-300 mm open hole to max depth 500 meters 
  • 300 – 405 mm open hole max depth 300 meters 
  • HQ core to max depth 400 meters 
  • PQ core to max depth 400 meters 
  • HMLC core to max depth 400 meters 
  • 4C core to max depth 500 meters
  • 8C core to max depth 350 meters 


Rig bit types and size:

  • Blade bits 90 – 405 mm 
  • Hammer (DTH) 90 – 405 mm 
  • PCD Bits 90- 300 mm 


We specialise in temporary steel threaded pipe pre-collar systems to handle

difficult formations such as alluvial gravels, sands and spoil dumps and are known

for our reliability and consistency in getting the job done, regardless of the

conditions. Steel pipe sizes and depth capabilities include: 


  • HWT 100 mm ID steel max depth 350 meters 
  • PWT 127 mm ID steel max depth 200 meters
  • 160 mm ID steel max depth 150 meters 
  • 206 mm ID steel max depth 150 meters 
  • 300 mm ID steel max depth 90 meters 

 

With our industry leading 4c and 8c core benches large diameter coring can be carried out with maximum efficiency and safety whilst providing a quality core 2nd to none.

 

We will work with you to determine the precise parameters of the project, your optimal timeline, and a strict budget, and then provide exactly what we promise, striving for nothing short of excellence.


Geotechnical Drilling

We work with councils, engineers, and civil contractors to carry out detailed geotechnical investigations, helping support safe and stable construction. Our team delivers precise data and samples tailored to each project's requirements.

  • Soil sampling and subsurface investigations
  • Foundation and structural site assessments
  • Construction and civil works support
  • Difficult terrain drilling specialists


Need a Free Quote?

Whether you’re a civil contractor, council, landowner, or corporation, Schuey Brothers Drilling is here to help. We’ll work with you to define the scope, timeline, and budget—then deliver on what we promise.


📞 Call us today on 0488 105 879 for a free quote or to chat about your next project.

Have a drilling project? Call us on 0488 105 879 for expert advice and a free quote.