GEO-Environmental Solutions

Established in 2001, Geo-Environmental Solutions (GES) is a specialist geotechnical consultancy providing advice on all aspects of soils, geology and hydrology across a diverse range of industries.

Whether you are building a new home or extending an existing residence, Geo-Environmental Solutions (GES) has qualified staff to advise you on current soil classification requirements.

With more than 10,000 residential site assessments completed state-wide, GES are arguably Tasmania’s most experienced residential soil testing company.

GES provides soil testing according to AS2870-2011 for residential and commercial construction, wind loading classification to AS4055-2012 and site and soil evaluation for onsite domestic wastewater management according to AS1547-2012.

GES are fully equipped with a fleet of direct push soil sampling rigs, and can provide prompt and professional service state-wide. All soil testing is undertaken by a fully equipped local laboratory according to accepted Australian standards.

Soil classification for foundations to AS2870-2011

Wind Loading Assessment to AS4055-2012

Onsite Domestic Wastewater System Design to AS1547-2012

On site stormwater retention advice

Soil and Water Management Plans

Detailed Geotechnical Investigations (e.g. slope stability)

Residential wastewater assessment and design

GES have designed more than 5000 approved residential wastewater systems in Tasmania, including numerous challenging sites with alternative design solutions. GES are able to accurately assess site and soil conditions and design the appropriate wastewater solution for client needs.

Design solutions include conventional septic tank and trench absorption systems, modified beds, sand filters, mounds, advanced septic tank systems (such as AES & Eljen)and irrigation designs for aerated wastewater treatment systems.

Commercial/industrial wastewater systems

GES have been involved in designing the wastewater treatment systems for many commercial businesses throughout Tasmania, including;

Hobart Brewing company brewery and red shed outlet

Lark distillery

Redlands distillery

McHenry distillery visitor centre and accommodation

Stefano Lubiano Wines restaurant and cellar door facilities

Pooley wines cellar door facilities

Frogmore Creek cellar door and restaurant

Wicked Cheese factory and retail facility

Bruny Island Cheese factory and retail facility

Wyndam Resort Seven Mile Beach commercial wastewater system

Sensitive/remote area wastewater systems

GES has worked extensively with the Tasmanian Government and commercial operators to design wastewater systems that are suitable for National Parks around Tasmania including:

Parks and Wildlife Service – new visitor toilet facilities Freycinet national park

Parks and Wildlife Service – new visitor toilet facilities Friendly Beaches

Parks and Wildlife Service – Fortescue Bay camp ground new facilities

Three Capes Track Project – Walkers huts -Tasman National Park

Tasmanian Walking Company – Private huts – Three Capes

Tasmanian Walking Company – Cradle Mountain National park

Maria Island Walks – Visitor facilities – Maria Island National Park

Roaring 40’s Kayaking – Visitor Facilities – Bathurst Harbour – World Heritage Area

Parks and Wildlife Service staff accommodation – Freycinet National Park

Parks and Wildlife Service staff accommodation – Arthur-Pieman Conversation Area

Parks and Wildlife Service staff accommodation – Bruny Island Reserve

Parks and Wildlife Service – Visitor Facilities – Southport Lagoon Conversation Area