Management Team

Paul Sheppard

Managing Director

After starting at Soiltech as a Trainee in 2002, Paul has held other positions within the company such as Laboratory Technician, Geotechnical Driller and Technical Manager before becoming General Manager in November 2014. Paul’s main focus within the company is on Geotechnical Investigation and Testing but he also has a wide range of experience in Construction Materials Testing which includes soils, concrete and aggregate testing. Paul’s expertise and experience in these areas has been utilised on many past projects to provide clients with an extremely high level of service.

Paul took ownership of the company in late 2016 and continues to focus on quick and effective service delivery. Paul has over 15 years’ experience in the industry and has a QBCC Site Classifiers Licence.

Drew Obst

Laboratory Manager

Drew’s attention to detail and extensive knowledge in the Construction Materials Testing industry ensures clients obtain accurate and reliable results. He has experience ranging from small local jobs to large commercial projects, as well as heading up Soiltech’s aggregate testing laboratory and providing extensive training to all our technicians on a regular basis. Drew is a very well rounded laboratory manager who strives to ensure clients receive the best service possible.