MEET THE TEAM
Our team at Drill Rite NZ Ltd ensures we deliver efficient, reliable, and adaptable service — specialising in Horizontal Directional Drilling and drainage solutions.
We prioritise quality, precision, and client satisfaction.
That’s who we are, and that’s what we do!
BEN JUDD
Director, Locator and sometimes allowed back on Dougs Drills.
DOUG TURNER
HDD Drill Operator, Locator, Maintenance and all round Legend!
GRAEME JUDD
Supposably retired, but still here doing it with us.
THE BACK STORY
SECOND GENERATION
DRILLING
Graeme Judd founded Horizontal Drilling Ltd back in 1983.
For the next 32 years the company established a solid reputation in the industry. In 2015, having undertaken a rigorous apprenticeship, Ben was given the opportunity to purchase 50% of the business, a venture that would involve thoroughly updating the infrastructure of the company and bringing its drilling technology and machinery into the new millennium.
In early 2019, Graeme decided to retire from Horizontal Drilling and it was agreed that a new company, Drill Rite NZ Ltd would be formed by Ben.
The current robust state of the business is testament to Ben’s success in rising to the challenge. Ben has established an excellent reputation throughout New Zealand in the Directional Drilling sector, making Drill Rite NZ a highly sought after resource for commercial and residential development projects.
THREE GENERATIONS
THE GLORY DAYS
WHY DRILL RITE NZ
Excellence in Service
Excellence in Service: We commit to delivering exceptional service and communication in every project, ensuring precision, safety, and efficiency.
Our focus on excellence drives us to exceed expectations and deliver outstanding results for our clients.
Reliability in Action:
We are your dependable partner, consistently delivering on our promises.
Our team is dedicated to being there when you need us, providing consistent, high-quality and reliable service you can count on.
Commitment to Quality:
Quality is at the heart of everything we do.
We adhere to the highest standards in all our operations, using the best materials and practices to ensure our work stands the test of time.
CORE VALUES
KIWI INGENUITY
Back in the day, when Graeme Judd first started drilling in the 1960s, there were no fancy drilling machines like we have today.
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So, with a bit of Kiwi ingenuity, a whole lot of know-how, and some serious skill, he built his own drilling machine —
making the job a whole lot easier!
