Built on centuries of experience and powered by drive for innovation, J&S Drilling has remained one of the most trusted drilling companies in Australia for over 40 years.
Our team of drilling professionals represents over 200 years of combined experience across every aspect of the drilling industry.
We maintain a reliable, high-quality service that has built lasting partnerships across Australia’s mining, agriculture and infrastructure industries.







Our History
Driving drilling innovation since 1982
- 1982 – J&S Drilling commenced operations, laying the foundation for a trusted name in drilling services.
- 1996 – Relocated and expanded from Canning Vale to Wattleup to support increased operational capacity and business growth.
- 2006 – Expanded into the Northern Territory, extending our reach across northern Australia.
- 2016 – Further growth saw J&S Drilling establish operations in Central Queensland, enhancing our national service capability.
In Action
The drilling never stops
Our Team
Meet our team
Led by founders John and Sheryl McLellan, our multidisciplinary team unites trade-qualified mechanics, engineers, workshop supervisors, and safety professionals. We’ve built a tightknit team that all share the values of integrity, innovation, and zero-harm operations. We love what we do and the value we bring to our clients.

Our Mission
Setting the industry standard through unwavering integrity, employee excellence, client success, safety and environmental responsibility.

Our Values
Our values guide our operations
Driving drilling innovation
Leading Australia’s drilling industry through high-performance drilling, quality samples and seamless service.
Grounded in integrity
Building lasting partnerships through honest and transparent business practices and an unwavering commitment to high-quality service.
Safety is our bedrock
Zero harm operations through rigorous protocols, continuous training, and a culture where safety is the backbone.
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