About WK Geotech
WK Geotech provides mining geotechnical engineering services for open cut and underground mines.
Our experience with a range of challenging environments, mining methods, commodities and countries ensures that projects are delivered on time and on budget.
Why Work With Us
Experience
Our extensive experience in the mining industry means we have the knowledge to tackle complex projects.
Confidence
We pride ourselves on getting it right the first time and delivering quality geotechnical solutions which we stand behind.
Vision
We aim to provide innovative solutions for successful outcomes.
Walter Keilich
Director
Walter is a qualified mining and geotechnical engineer with over 20 years’ experience and holds Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (Geotechnical Mining) status.
He has considerable experience in operational site support, geotechnical risk management, site investigations, geotechnical design (open pit and underground coal and metals), numerical modelling (limit equilibrium, finite and distinct element), and project management (scoping to definite feasibility level).
Walter also holds a PhD in mining / geotechnical engineering from the University of Wollongong in the field of mine subsidence mechanics and longwall mining effects on river valleys.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Mining Engineering), University of Wollongong
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Wollongong
- Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland, #15356
Working With Us
We maintain working relationships with industry leading professionals which enables us to maintain the highest level of rigour, quality and skillsets to suit any project size.
