GEOTECHNIC DRILLING SPECIALISTS
Griffiths is a name that’s been drilling in New Zealand since 1950.
The business, Griffiths Drilling was formed in Wellington in 1971. Today we are recognised as geotechnical drilling specialists who are leading contractors in all other aspects of drilling, this includes our technical consultancy service.
70 YEARS WORKING IN NZ
Gordon Griffiths 1952 Wellington Central Train Station
At Griffiths Drilling we hand pick the latest, top of the line machinery that will work best in New Zealand conditions. We use technology and the most recent industry innovations to deliver unrivaled results for our clients.
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HERE’S WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY ABOUT US
"... have an enthusiastic can do attitude, and they have a wide variety of modern equipment..."
Over the last five years I have worked with Mel and his team on a wide variety of infrastructure and building projects. The Griffith’s team have an enthusiastic can do attitude, and they have a wide variety of modern equipment to suit each individual site. I have also been impressed with Mel’s commitment to his local clients, during a period where there has been considerable opportunities elsewhere in the industry.
"...good people who take pride in their work and consistently go the extra mile when needed..."
I have known Mel Griffiths and his team for a decade now and am constantly impressed with their positive can-do attitude and approach to their work. Mel has surrounded himself with good people who take pride in their work and consistently go the extra mile when needed which is always appreciated. Finally, it is positive to see Griffiths investing in quality new equipment, keeping up to date with testing technology and supporting their local community – I would not hesitate to recommend them.
"...Griffiths Drilling has been delivering us positive and productive experiences for over 20 years."
Mel and his team at Griffiths Drilling has been delivering us positive and productive experiences for over 20 years. We find that Griffiths Drilling provides us with a high level of professionalism and on site operational experience which in turn helps support seamless and successful geotechnical investigations. When we require quick and thorough project initiation, we have no doubt that the team at Griffiths Drilling will work very closely with our team to ensure schedule requirements and deliverables are successfully met.
"... always available to help solve investigation challenges."
I have known and worked with Griffiths Drilling for over 25 years, initially with Gordon Griffiths and then Melvyn Griffiths. It is great to see Mel progress from being a competent driller under his father’s tutelage, to build a successful company that has been recognised by the local community. He is always available to help solve investigation challenges. We are fortunate that Griffiths Drilling has been able to invest in some smart new equipment, which is helping them deliver our investigation projects to a higher quality, more quickly and more reliably. Mel understands the ground and the drilling conditions in Wellington well, and he has a can do attitude, which he has applied to getting projects done in the most trying conditions. I would like to congratulate Melvyn Griffiths on the induction of Griffiths Drilling to the Wellington Regional Business Hall of Fame. This is a this well-deserved recognition. This is no surprise given that Griffiths Drilling have been involved in investigating the ground for most major to small projects in the Wellington Region for over quarter of a century. Most importantly, this has helped us assure a solid foundation for our infrastructure and build environment.
Latest Project News from Griffiths Drilling
Mel Griffiths – Wellingtonian of the Year Award finalist
This year, Mel Griffiths is exceptionally proud to have made the Wellingtonian of the Year Awards Finalists list. For 30 years these awards have celebrated achievements and contributions from individuals who make Wellington the exciting and vibrant city that it is, and also ‘the coolest little capital in the world’.
Griffiths Drilling hit Gold at Wellington Awards
2018 Wellington Supporting Gold Award Griffiths Drilling are very proud to have been named the winner of the Supporting Gold category at this years Wellington Gold Awards. On receiving the Award Mel Griffiths said “I feel very honoured and proud for our business to have been named as the winner. All of the entrants in
Wellington Business Region ‘Hall of Fame’ Awards night
On Friday the 10th of July Mel represented Griffiths Drilling at the inaugural Wellington Region Business Hall of Fame awards. Griffiths Drilling and 7 other businesses were inducted into the Hall of Fame in recognition of their sustained business excellence in the region.
Griffiths Drilling make inaugural inductees to the Wellington Region Business Hall of Fame
Griffiths Drilling is amongst the eight regional businesses that have been recognised for sustained business excellence and will be inducted into the Wellington Region Business Hall of Fame. They will be officially honoured at a gala Hall of Fame dinner hosted at the Petone Working Man’s Club on Friday July 10, 2015.
Specifications for the Fraste PL.G drilling rig
News that the Fraste PL.G drilling rig is available and operational at Griffiths Drilling has been well received. In this news item you will find all the relevant details, some images and a PDF on this extremely versatile and compact drilling rig.
Griffiths Drilling purchases 2014 Fraste PL.G drill rig
Griffiths Drilling can confirm the purchase of a powerful new drilling rig that is extremely light and versatile. The Fraste PL.G drill rig excels on hard to access areas and sites where space is limited.