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we help teams get answers they can use.
SCope Geo
Scope Geo began when our founders identified a gap in the industry. After years in external consulting firms, we grew frustrated with geological testing that was buried in jargon, slowed down by clunky processes, and delivered in reports that only other geologists could decipher. So, we set out to do things differently: with clear communication, concise reports, expert advice grounded in real-world experience, and fast turnarounds that respect your deadlines.
Today, the Scope Geo team works with quarry operators, engineers, and material testing labs across Australia to help them uncover what’s in their material, and whether it’s going to perform. From compliance and safety to long-term durability, we help teams get answers they can use.
We’re agile, focused, and hands-on, which means you always know who you’re speaking to and what you’re getting.
We don’t cut corners. We don’t overcomplicate. And we never miss a deadline.
So, if you need clear answers, faster turnarounds, and easy-to-understand technical reporting, we’re ready when you are.
Thomas Spring
BAppSc MAppSc
Thomas has a Masters of Applied Science – specialising in petrology, geochemistry and field mapping, and has extensive experience working as an Engineering Geologist and Petrographer.
Thomas has authored four papers, including two on Alkali Silica Reactivity in concrete in Australia and New Zealand.
Thomas can assist you with:
- Petrographic reporting for quarry products in accordance with international/Australian standards
- Petrographic assessment of exploration samples, determine orogenesis and deposition history
- Petrographic testing of materials for use in infrastructure projects Assessment of material for free silica and asbestiform content
- Petrographic testing of materials for use in infrastructure projects Assessment of material for free silica and asbestiform content
Carissa Bruggemann
BAppSc MEngSc
Carissa has a Masters in Geotechnical Engineering, working within the construction and geotechnical industries and has extensive experience working as an Engineering Geologist and Petrographer
Carissa can assist you with:
- Petrographic testing of materials for use in infrastructure projects
- Technical advice using petrographic and geochemical techniques for material compliance, performance and durability, material diagnostic or related issues, and Assessment of material for free silica and asbestiform content
- Frictional ignition testing of sediments in coal deposits using the Ward classification diagram.
- Site and quarry assessments, including registration
- Site inspections and investigations
- Factual and interpretive reporting
The Scope Geo advantage
We know rocks and we know risk
Led by geologists with over 20 years of combined experience, our insights are practical and grounded in real industry conditions.
Responsive and reliable
We deliver concise results, clear recommendations, direct communication, and meet every deadline.
Above-standard is our standard
Our 200-point count analyses and advanced microscopy techniques give you more detail, more confidence, and better outcomes.
A rare specimen
We’re the only Australian East Coast-based independent business offering this level of petrographic specialisation, and we intend to keep raising the bar.
Industry-backed, geologist-run
As proud sponsors of various industry events and conferences, we’re deeply embedded in the sectors we serve. These include IQA Biannual National Conference, Australian Engineering Geology Conference and the IQA QLD Branch.