Our Leadership Team
Unified & Forward-Focussed
At BWE Drilling, our team represents the combined legacy of three respected drilling companies, united by shared values, a strong safety culture, and a commitment to collaboration. With deep expertise across Drill & Blast, Waterwell, and Exploration services, we bring a specialist approach to every project. We are proud to deliver reliable, high-quality drilling solutions as a trusted contractor, driven by innovation and a forward-focused mindset that ensures the continued success of our clients and communities.
Darren Guild
Chief Executive Officer
With over 30 years of experience in Australia’s mining and resources industry, Darren’s expertise lies in the drill and blast sector, covering all main mining commodities plus drilling and blasting for civil projects with stringent close to infrastructure blasting requirements.
Having held senior executive positions in both ASX-listed and private mining services firms, Darren brings a wealth of knowledge to the group.
Darren has a Bachelor of Business from Swinburne University.
Eric Gobbert
Chief Operating Officer
With over 20 years of diverse experience in the mining industry, Eric has built a robust career spanning drill and blast operations and exploration drilling. He has held pivotal roles from site-based operations to senior management positions with both private and ASX listed contractors.
Eric integrates operational proficiency with keen financial insight, prioritizing client engagement to cultivate repeat business and optimize operational efficiencies.
Eric has a Bachelor of Business from Curtin University.
Nadeem Chahin
Group Manager / Commercial and Business Improvement
Nadeem is a seasoned executive with over 30 years’ experience delivering value across ASX-listed and private companies. Holding an MBA from the University of Western Australia, he has led business transformations, including major merger integrations, cost-saving change programs, and effective governance initiatives. Known for his pragmatic approach to critical risk management, Nadeem consistently drives operational efficiency. A self-described problem solver, he brings a strategic and unique perspective to the resource, engineering, and construction sectors.
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Ryan Edwards
General Manager
Ryan Edwards is a highly experienced Drill & Blast Operations Manager with over 16 years in hard rock mining and civil construction throughout Western Australia.
This deep, practical knowledge is backed by formal qualifications, including Site Senior Executive (SSE), Quarry Manager certification, a Diploma of Surface Operations Management, and a Certificate IV in Drilling Operations.
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Brad Fallon
Operations Manager
Exploration
Brad Fallon has over 10 years of operational experience having built his career from the ground up, progressing through all site-based operational roles plus Field Trainer, Compliance Advisor, and Field Supervisor. With hands-on experience from major Tier 1 mining operations to small-scale exploration programs, Brad brings deep operational knowledge and practical leadership to the team.
Holding a Certificate IV in Drilling Operations and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
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Chris Hamilton
Operations Manager
Waterwell
Chris Hamilton has over 30 years of experience in the drilling industry. Starting as a Driller’s Assistant before moving into senior operational and supervisory roles in both Australia and internationally.
Since 2010, Chris has overseen operational activities of theWaterwell business ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of services in line withcompany procedures.