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Episode Synopsis
In this special episode of TerraQUIP Talk, host Mike Dobrota sits down with Kenny O’Sullivan of O’Sullivan Ground Engineering to talk about the realities of tight-access piling, heritage site challenges, and what it takes to build a resilient contracting business. With over 25 years in the industry, Kenny shares his journey from shotcreting to complex piling projects across Australia, and why trust, adaptability, and the right equipment make all the difference.Whether you’re a contractor navigating high-pressure jobs, a civil engineer working on heritage sites, or just curious about the future of ground engineering, this episode delivers real-world insights, lessons learned, and expert advice to help you build smarter and lead stronger.🛠 Ready to find the right piling or drilling rig for your next project?Get expert guidance and tailored solutions at https://terraquip.com.au/Follow TerraQUIP Drilling Equipment:https://www.instagram.com/terraquipdrillingequipment/https://www.linkedin.com/company/terraquip-drilling-equipment/https://www.youtube.com/@terraquipdrillingFollow O’Sullivan:https://osullivangroup.com.au/https://www.instagram.com/osullivancivil/https://www.linkedin.com/company/o-sullivan-civil-contractors/Timestamps:00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:00 - Kenny O'Sullivan's Background and Experience00:02:30 - Starting O'Sullivan Ground Engineering00:03:30 - Transition to Piling and Equipment Choices00:04:30 - Experience with GNH Computers and Support00:05:30 - Importance of Relationships in the Industry00:06:30 - Working with Marini and Project Experiences00:07:30 - Details on the MRC-20 Project in Queensland00:08:30 - First Impressions of IMT Machines00:09:30 - Advantages of IMT Machines and Flexibility00:10:30 - Design Innovations in Piling Rigs00:11:30 - Challenges of Tight Access Jobs00:12:30 - Heritage Projects and Low Headroom CFA00:13:30 - Current Project Overview and Challenges00:14:30 - Future of Low Headroom Jobs in Australia00:15:30 - Discussion on the A90 Winch System00:16:30 - Market Trends and Future Directions00:17:30 - Lessons Learned in Contracting00:18:30 - Advice for Younger Self and Mental Health00:19:30 - Future of the Australian Market in Construction
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