Our Team & Delivery Network
SubsurfXR operates through a core leadership team supported by a trusted network of specialist engineers, hydrogeologists, environmental scientists, GIS professionals and digital engineering experts.
This model allows us to assemble project teams tailored to each engagement, providing clients with the agility of a boutique consultancy and the capability of a larger multidisciplinary organisation. Whether delivering focused technical studies or managing complex projects across multiple disciplines, we engage the right expertise at the right time to achieve project outcomes efficiently and cost-effectively.
Ben Petrie
Ben has over 25 years’ experience as an Engineering Manager in Design, Construction and Estimation. Specialising in mechanical engineering, his experience covers major infrastructure projects in Mining, Hydro Power, Dams and Transport Infrastructure. Ben has advanced skills in 3D modelling process, data analytics and visualisations and is pioneering the advancement of digital engineering. Working with client teams, including specialist consultants, he is always looking to develop optimal solutions in any project.
Director | Engineering
Darryl West
Darryl is a Hydrogeologist and Environmental Scientist with over 20 years’ experience across operational mining, consulting, contracting, and corporate roles. He specialises in hydrogeological and environmental investigations, mine water management, groundwater and surface water quality assessment, and environmental monitoring and compliance for mining, energy, and infrastructure projects. Darryl has worked in multidisciplinary technical teams, developed and implemented comprehensive monitoring and data management systems, and worked closely with regulators, stakeholders, and contractors. His experience spans Australia and international projects across Laos, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, the Middle East, and South America. He has a strong interest in the collection, analysis, and visualisation of complex environmental data to support decision-making, regulatory compliance, and sustainable water management outcomes.
Director | Hydrogeologist