Groundwater Consulting Services

 Integrated Hydrogeological Solutions For Complex Environments

Since 2001, Groundwater Consulting Pty Ltd (GWC) has been delivering scientifically rigorous, expert groundwater and environmental water solutions across the entire lifecycle of Australian projects – from exploration to mine closure. 

Based in Perth (Western Australia), GWC aims for successful project outcomes through the three core principles – technical scope, cost efficiency, and on-schedule execution.

Our Work Is Built On 3 Technical Foundations

1. Field Investigations

We build a solid data foundation through expert hydrogeological site studies and drilling oversight. Our experts effectively and efficiently manage the transition from field data to conceptual understanding.

Drilling & Bore Construction

Technical oversight for water bores and vibrating wire piezometers (VWPs).

Aquifer Testing

Advanced test pumping and analysis using Aqtesolv and AnAqSim to define ‘Order of Magnitude’ resource estimates.

Hydrogeochemistry

Baseline water quality sampling and assessment for Australian regulatory guidelines (NATA accredited).

2. Modelling & Simulation

We solve complex water challenges using advanced MODFLOW, Feflow, and GoldSim predictive tools. In a nutshell, we translate complex subsurface data into defensible predictive tools.

Numerical Groundwater Modelling

Specialist application of MODFLOW and Feflow for flow and contaminant transport.

Water Balance Modelling

Utilising GoldSim for site-wide integrated water management and life-of-mine (LoM) planning.

Geomechanical Integration

3D pore pressure modelling to support geotechnical slope stability and mine design.

3. Data & Compliance

We believe that high-integrity data lies at the foundation of accurate modelling, and thus manage datasets to ensure seamless reporting and regulatory success.

Automated Monitoring Reports (AARs)

Custom-coded dashboards for real-time compliance tracking.

Environmental Data Analytics

Optimisation of large datasets to reduce operational risk and meet strict WA regulatory standards.

Visualisation

Utilising Leapfrog for 3D hydrostratigraphic modelling to communicate complex settings to regulators and stakeholders.

Groundwater
Modelling

We design groundwater modelling to solve specific objectives, adapting methodology to the density of available data. Our team of mining dewatering specialists works with advanced commercial software to simulate complex subsurface behaviours, ensuring your mine designs are supported by scientifically sound boundary conditions. The ultimate goal is the long-term sustainability of your project.

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Water Balance
Modelling

We design water treatment solutions for a project. We understand that the effective water management on a mine site requires an integrated approach that breaks down the silos between process engineers, tailings engineers, and hydrogeologists. With the GoldSim simulation package, our models help determine if a pit lake will act as a terminal sink, where evaporation potential prevents mine water overflow and protects the surrounding environment.

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Data Management and Analytics

We deliver specialised environmental data management services that go far beyond simple spreadsheets. Building high-integrity monitoring databases from scratch, our team ensures that your Groundwater Data Management is secure, verified, and ready for audit at any moment. Trust us for the environmental monitoring data solutions needed to manage project risks with absolute confidence.

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