Business Details
37 Years
experience
Landfill Drilling Specialists Since 1989
Established in 1989 by James and Marie McCrindle, South Tyne Drilling has grown into a market leader in landfill drilling while maintaining family-run values. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with state-of-the-art Comacchio and Casagrande drilling rigs, specifically configured for landfill operations. Certified to ISO 9001 standards, we prioritise quality service delivery across the UK and Ireland, supported by rigorous health and safety protocols. Our fleet includes machines capable of drilling up to 1 metre wide and 60 metres deep, ensuring adaptability to demanding borehole requirements. With NVQ-qualified drillers and certified welding operators, we maintain control over key functions to guarantee a dedicated client service.Our problem-solving approach has delivered innovative solutions, such as modified rigs for restricted headroom sites and rapid railway-adjacent installations. Backed by a Health and Safety Consultant and comprehensive risk assessments, we comply with DSEAR regulations while maintaining an impeccable safety record. Brothers Paul and Mark McCrindle lead daily operations, leveraging over 25 years of combined industry expertise. Our commitment to excellence has earned trust from clients requiring gas wells, leachate wells, and monitoring systems in challenging environments. From Guernsey logistics to temporary steel casing deployments, we combine technical capability with responsive client communication.
Services
Gas Wells
Leachate Wells
Monitoring Wells
Landfill Drilling
Equipment Hire
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- ISO 9001 certified with 35 years' landfill drilling experience
- Fleet of adaptable 20-45 tonne modern drilling rigs
- NVQ-qualified operators and certified welding specialists
- Proven track record in challenging environments
- Comprehensive health and safety compliance with DSEAR standards
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
Services
Gas Wells
We drill gas wells using 375mm and 450mm rigid barrel augers, with optional 600mm diameter for enhanced methane capture. Our Comacchio and Casagrande rigs enable efficient installation up to 60m depth. Temporary steel casing ensures borehole stability in challenging ground conditions.
Leachate Wells
Specialist drilling for leachate collection systems using 600mm diameter augers. Our equipment handles high-volume liquid extraction requirements while maintaining structural integrity in waste deposits. Temporary casing prevents collapse during installation.
Monitoring Wells
Precision-drilled monitoring wells provide groundwater quality data and landfill gas migration tracking. We install instrumentation-ready boreholes with diameters up to 1m, ensuring accurate environmental compliance measurements.
Equipment Hire
We offer hydraulic rig hire with operators trained in Comacchio and Casagrande systems. Our 20-45 tonne fleet includes machines with retractable undercarriages for restricted access sites and rapid mobilisation capabilities.
Health and Safety
We implement DSEAR-compliant safety protocols with certified personnel and site-specific risk assessments. Our dedicated consultant ensures adherence to regulations while maintaining our exemplary safety record.
People
Paul McCrindle
Operations Director
With 28 years' experience since joining in 1996, Paul oversees UK and Ireland contracts. A British Drilling Association Accredited Lead Driller with NVQ Level 2 in Land Drilling, he ensures technical excellence across projects.
Mark McCrindle
Managing Director
BA Hons graduate and NVQ Level 2 qualified driller, Mark manages client relations and health and safety compliance. He has led operations since 2002, maintaining the company's technical and service standards.
Questions
What landfill drilling services do you offer?
We specialise in gas wells, leachate wells and monitoring wells using modern track-mounted rigs adaptable to site-specific requirements.
Are you certified for quality standards?
Yes, we hold ISO 9001 certification, demonstrating our commitment to quality processes and client service excellence.
What equipment do you use?
Our fleet includes Comacchio MC3000/MC1500, Casagrande B125 and Runrig International rigs with drilling capacities up to 1m diameter and 60m depth.
How do you handle challenging sites?
We modify equipment for restricted access, like reducing rig height for low litter nets, and plan rapid mobilisation for time-sensitive projects.
What safety standards do you follow?
We maintain DSEAR compliance, employ a dedicated Health and Safety Consultant, and ensure all staff hold relevant certifications.
Where do you operate?
We provide services across the UK and Ireland, with recent projects completed in Northern Ireland and Guernsey.