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Tunnelling

At East to West Plant Services, we are a progressive civil engineering, plant hire, and labour hire company driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. With over 40 years of industry experience, we deliver smart, value-driven solutions that bring our clients’ visions to life.

We pride ourselves on our flexible approach, adapting to the ever-evolving demands of the construction and engineering landscape. Our team is dedicated, systematic, and highly responsive, providing a personalised service tailored to each project's unique requirements.

Our strength lies in our ability to solve complex engineering challenges. By combining technical expertise, collaboration, and deep industry knowledge, we consistently achieve exceptional project outcomes.

Tunelling demands precision, expertise, and absolute control of site safety. At East to West Plant Services, we deliver tailored tunnelling solutions designed to meet the needs of complex infrastructure across urban and remote locations.

With extensive experience in large-scale underground projects, our team combines technical know-how with practical, on-the-ground capability. We work closely with clients to understand site conditions, manage constraints, and deliver efficient outcomes with minimal disruption.

From deep shaft excavation to advanced rock support and utility installation, our approach is thorough, disciplined, and supported by a modern fleet and highly trained operators ready to perform at their best.

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250+

Projects completed

100+

Staff members

40+

Years of experience

15+

Million man-hours

Our Capabilities

Specialised Services Engineered for Precision and Performance

Tunnelling

We support complex tunnelling projects with services including shaft excavation, tunnel drainage, rock bolting, cross-passages, and TBM launch slabs.

Rail Infrastructure

Specialised in heavy and light rail, we deliver track upgrades, maintenance, level crossing works, vegetation clearance, and rail-specific plant hire

Airport Infrastructure

Airside and landside civil works, including taxiways, utilities, drainage, carparks, remediation, and concrete construction for aviation facilities.

Roads and Bridges

Comprehensive services for roadworks, bulk earthworks, drainage, ITS systems, retaining walls, street lighting, and concrete paving.

Utilities and Drainage

We offer expert installation and NDD solutions for water and sewer mains, stormwater systems, and pump stations across both greenfield and brownfield sites.

Plant and Labour

Turnkey plant hire services with a wide range of equipment and nationally accredited operators ready for any scale or scope of work.

Tunnelling

We support complex tunnelling projects with services including shaft excavation, tunnel drainage, rock bolting, cross-passages, and TBM launch slabs.

Rail Infrastructure

Specialised in heavy and light rail, we deliver track upgrades, maintenance, level crossing works, vegetation clearance, and rail-specific plant hire

Airport Infrastructure

Airside and landside civil works, including taxiways, utilities, drainage, carparks, remediation, and concrete construction for aviation facilities.

Roads and Bridges

Comprehensive services for roadworks, bulk earthworks, drainage, ITS systems, retaining walls, street lighting, and concrete paving

Utilities and Drainage

We offer expert installation and NDD solutions for water and sewer mains, stormwater systems, and pump stations across both greenfield and brownfield sites.

Plant and Labour

Turnkey plant hire services with a wide range of equipment and nationally accredited operators ready for any scale or scope of work.

Haulage and Logistics

We provide reliable transport and haulage solutions Australia-wide, with modern equipment, experienced operators, and full compliance for civil, mining, and infrastructure projects.

Tunnelling

We support complex tunnelling projects with services including shaft excavation, tunnel drainage, rock bolting, cross-passages, and TBM launch slabs.

Airport Infrastructure

Airside and landside civil works, including taxiways, utilities, drainage, carparks, remediation, and concrete construction for aviation facilities.

Key Services

Complete Tunnelling Services from Start to Finish

Shaft and Station Box Excavation

Safe, large-scale excavation of vertical shafts and station boxes to support major underground transport systems.

Tunnel Drainage and Utilities

Installation of drainage networks and utility conduits to manage water flow and support essential services within tunnels.

Cavern and Cross-Passage Works

Construction of internal caverns and cross-passages that support ventilation, access, and emergency egress within tunnel systems.

Rock Bolting

Stabilisation of tunnel structures through engineered rock bolt systems designed for varying ground conditions.

Mining and Tunnelling Plant Hire

Provision of reliable, high-performance plant and equipment with skilled operators, tailored for underground and tunnelling applications.

Long-Reach and Clamshell Excavation

Precision excavation in tight or deep areas using specialised long-reach arms and clamshell buckets for safe material handling.

Rock Sawing

Controlled cutting of hard rock surfaces using diamond or tungsten saws, delivering clean edges with minimal disruption.

Noise-Attenuated Rock Removal

Environmentally responsible rock-breaking methods that reduce noise and vibration in sensitive or urban work zones.

TBM Launch Slabs

Construction of engineered slabs that provide a strong, stable platform for the safe launch and retrieval of tunnel boring machines.

Sheet Piling

Installation of steel sheet piles to support trench walls and prevent soil movement during deep excavations.

Tell us about your project

East To West Plant Services has been a trusted partner on the METRONET project for over three years, consistently delivering top-tier support across multiple stages of construction. Their personnel are highly experienced, safety-conscious, and understand the complexities of working on major rail infrastructure. Their long-term commitment and reliability have made them an invaluable part of our delivery team.

Ben Smith

East To West Plant Services has demonstrated a strong understanding of PTA guidelines, specifications & requirements on the RRP WP1 Project (Armadale Line Renewal, from Kenwick to Sherwood) in 2024-2025. Their team has operated with professionalism and precision, strictly adhering to all applicable compliance, safety rules, and rail corridor access procedures.

Serey Chen

East To West Plant Services were a key contributor to the success of the Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport – SBT works, providing end-to-end support across a wide range of critical early and ongoing construction activities.

Toufic Najarin

I had the pleasure of working with East To West Plant Services on the Sydney Gateway Project, where they were engaged to deliver a range of critical civil works including deep excavation for drainage, trench works, sheet piling, ITS installations, and pit installation.

John Stafford

Ben Smith

Serey Chen

From initial site setup and enabling works through to bulk excavation , road widening, and drainage installation of the Orchard Hills Station box, East To West consistently delivered with professionalism and reliability. Their scope also included shotcrete placement, TBM launch preparation, cross passage excavation, and pavement works – all completed to a high standard and under demanding timelines.

Their team brought strong capability, dependable plant and equipment, and a solutions-focused approach that added real value to the project. Their ability to work collaboratively and adapt quickly to changing site requirements made them a trusted partner on a complex and high-profile job.

I highly recommend East To West Plant Services for any major infrastructure project seeking quality, efficiency, and a strong work ethic.

Toufic Najarin

East to West was also awarded approximately $2.2 million in contract works to complete critical path activities along Qantas Drive, as part of the Shared Services Corridor (SSC) relocation. This highly technical scope required coordination with multiple stakeholders, including Sydney Airport, Telstra, and ITS, and was crucial to enabling the widening of Qantas Drive.

Throughout the project, East to West demonstrated exceptional capability, professionalism, and a strong commitment to safety and quality. Their team consistently delivered to a high standard, often under challenging site and time constraints and provided innovative solutions to complex issues, including the use of sheet piling to manage difficult ground conditions and shallow groundwater.

Their well-maintained equipment, skilled operators, and proactive approach made them a valued partner on site. Their ability to integrate seamlessly with the broader project team and adapt to evolving project needs was instrumental in keeping the works on schedule and achieving key milestones. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend East To West Plant Services for any complex civil or infrastructure project. They’re a reliable, efficient, and solutions-focused team who deliver on their promises.

John Stafford

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

"East To West Plant Services has been a trusted partner on the METRONET project for over three years, consistently delivering top-tier support across multiple stages of construction. Their personnel are highly experienced, safety-conscious, and understand the complexities of working on major rail infrastructure. Their long-term commitment and reliability have made them an invaluable part of our delivery team."

Ben Smith

NE West Alliance

“East To West Plant Services has demonstrated a strong understanding of PTA guidelines, specifications & requirements on the RRP WP1 Project (Armadale Line Renewal, from Kenwick to Sherwood) in 2024-2025. Their team has operated with professionalism and precision, strictly adhering to all applicable compliance, safety rules, and rail corridor access procedures.”

Serey Chen

Engineering Lead, N&I Major Maintenance

"East To West Plant Services were a key contributor to the success of the Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport – SBT works, providing end-to-end support across a wide range of critical early and ongoing construction activities.

Their scope also included shotcrete placement, TBM launch preparation, cross passage excavation, and pavement works – all completed to a high standard and under demanding timelines.

I highly recommend East To West Plant Services for any major infrastructure project seeking quality, efficiency, and a strong work ethic."

Toufic Najarin

Project Manager, Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport (Station Box & Tunnelling)

“I had the pleasure of working with East To West Plant Services on the Sydney Gateway Project, where they were engaged to deliver a range of critical civil works including deep excavation for drainage, trench works, sheet piling, ITS installations, and pit installation.

East to West was also awarded approximately $2.2 million in contract works to complete critical path activities along Qantas Drive, as part of the Shared Services Corridor (SSC) relocation. This highly technical scope required coordination with.... multiple stakeholders, including Sydney Airport, Telstra, and ITS, and was crucial to enabling the widening of Qantas Drive.

John Stafford

Superintendent, Sydney Gateway Project - John Holland / Seymour Whyte

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