Site Investigations
- Accurate site classification and reporting for residential and commercial projects
About Us
Professional Geotechnical and Structural Experts servicing Southeast Queensland, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba.
Civil, structural, geotechnical and piling services for domestic, commercial and industrial projects since 1994.
East Coast Group of Companies
The East Coast Group of Companies consists of a combination of related entities, all of which are involved in the identification of geotechnical, civil and structural problems and provision of engineering solutions to foundation and structural projects in the domestic, commercial and industrial building areas.
The East Coast Group offers services to Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales. We cover the area North of Brisbane to Townsville, South to Byron Bay and Warwick, and West past Toowoomba. We also cover the Bay Islands, Russell, Macleay, Lamb, Karragarra, Moreton and Stradbroke Island.
We Specialise In
Geotechnical investigation, structural design and specialist piling — delivered by one coordinated team.
Geotechnical Engineering
- Design of Footings and Slabs
- Slope Stability Analysis
- Effluent Disposal Design
- Retaining Wall Design
Design and Construction
- Bored Concrete Piers
- Timber Piles
- Screw Piles
- Sheet Piles
- Ground Anchoring
- Ground Reinforcement
Failed Structures
- Investigation and rectification of failed structures
Structural Engineering
- Full Design and Documentation
- Residential and Commercial
- Industrial and Institutional
Engineering Inspections
- Footings and Slabs
- Framing — onsite consultation for home buyers
- Project Management
Our People Make the Difference
Here at East Coast Group of Companies, we are proud to say that our team of experienced engineers are dedicated to providing exceptional service to our clients. When you choose us, we take the time to research your situation completely and bring about the most effective opportunities, ensuring you get the successful outcome you deserve.
We’re proud that so many of our clients have repeatedly turned to us for solutions that stand the test of time, and our team are determined to work hard to earn our clients’ loyalty every day.
Our Engineers
Chartered professional engineers leading geotechnical, structural and piling work across Queensland.
Johan Brink
MIEAust. CPEng. — Managing Director and Certifying Engineer for East Coast Group. Certifying Engineer for all piling installations undertaken by East Coast Piling and Drilling QLD Pty Ltd, which specialises in sites with adverse geotechnical problems or requiring specialist geotechnical input.
Chartered Professional Engineer with over ten years’ experience in Geotechnical/Structural Engineering. Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Hons.) and Bachelor of Information Technology. Member of the East Coast family since 2012.
Experience includes
- Feasibility studies
- Conceptual and detailed structural/geotechnical design
- Specifications and tender documents
- Geotechnical and structural analysis and design
- Numerical modelling using finite element analysis
Professional memberships
- Institution of Engineers, Australia (IEA) NPER No 70130
- Concrete Institute of Australia (CIA)
- Queensland Master Builders Association (QMBA)
- Australian Geomechanics Society (AGS)
Lindsay Baguley
MIEAust. CPEng. RPEQ — Manager. Engaged as an expert witness in engineering/building matters before QCAT, and retained as an Expert by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission in a Supreme Court matter involving geotechnical, structural and screw piling issues.
Registrations and memberships
- Institution of Engineers, Australia — NPER No 70130
- Registered Professional Engineer Queensland (1994) No 4566
- QBCC Registered Open Class Builder No 31545
- NSW Contractor Licence 75467C
- IEAust Footings and Foundations Panel, Queensland Division (1994–2006)
- Concrete Institute of Australia
- Piling and Foundation Specialists’ Federation
- Queensland Master Builders Association — recognised for 30 years membership
- Australian Geomechanics Society
Why Choose East Coast Group
The convenience of a one-stop shop for all your engineering solutions.
We specialise in piling in difficult access situations.
Multi-disciplined machinery — one machine with the capability of performing the function of four, encompassing timber piles, screw piles, bored piers and sheet piles.
A small, local, family-owned business with direct and personal contact from first call to project completion.
Many decades of combined experience in the industry.
Competitive prices for piling, geotechnical and structural needs.
One of the very few companies able to offer timber piling.
Qualified engineers available before, during and after our involvement in your project.
A strong work ethic inspired by a dedicated management team.