Drill Pad & Helipad Construction

Built for Remote Success. In remote and rugged terrain, access is everything. GRW designs and builds safe, durable drill pads and helipads that keep operations running smoothly—whether you’re supporting exploration, mining, infrastructure, or geotechnical work. Our teams combine precision planning with proven remote-construction expertise to deliver stable, accessible platforms in even the most challenging environments.

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Our Capabilities

Permanent and temporary helipad construction
Drill pad design and build for exploration and geotechnical projects
Carpenters, drillers, riggers, fallers
Heli/Drill Pads if required
Integrated rockfall mitigation
Rapid mobilization to meet tight project schedules

Why GRW?

Remote Terrain Specialists – Decades of experience in heliportable mountain, mine, and wilderness projects performing construction services.
Safety-First Approach – World Class safety program and the right people.
Integrated Expertise – Our crews can combine helipad/drill pad work with anchors, mesh, shotcrete, and other stabilization methods
Proven Performance – Trusted by major mining, utility, and infrastructure clients

Portable Aluminum Helipad Installation

For projects where speed, reduced ground disturbance, and relocatability matter, GRW installs portable aluminum helipad systems for remote and difficult-access sites. These engineered pads are well suited for skid-mounted helicopter operations in mining, utilities, communications, forestry, emergency access, and other rugged environments where conventional timber or cast-in-place solutions are inefficient or impractical.

GRW handles the field scope required to make these systems work in real terrain: site assessment, layout, slope accommodation, anchoring, access, staging, transport planning, assembly, and installation. The result is a stable, repeatable landing platform that can be deployed quickly, adapted to variable site conditions, and removed or relocated when the operation changes.

Best for:

Temporary or relocatable helicopter access
Remote sites with limited ground disturbance tolerance
Uneven terrain requiring adjustable support conditions
Projects where rapid mobilization and repeatable installation matter

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Ready for Lift-Off

From exploration start-up to full-scale operations, GRW’s helipad and drill pad construction services give your team the secure access they need—delivered safely, efficiently, and on time.

“No reports of injury or near misses were recorded during the project. The work undertaken was discharged with professionalism using equipment fit for purpose. The project was finished on time and on budget. We would not have any problems recommending GRW for geotechnical difficult access projects.”

Anders Frapple – Othello Tunnels ProjectTetraTech

“Throughout the project, they demonstrated how their crew was capable of moving and installing large and cumbersome materials on dangerous slopes with both a high level of safety and precision and without the use of heavy machinery. Their innovative approach was a major contribution to the success of the project."

Ahren Bichle – Canyon Debris Net InstallationTrumer Schultzbaten Canada - President, Association of Geohazard Professionals

“Global Rock Works (GRW) has completed their work efficiently, safely and professionally on site. They have demonstrated extensive knowledge in rock consolidation works, and have been collaborative and proactive in finding creative ways of getting the job done as safely and efficiently as possible.”

Simon Munneke – Boulder Creek ProjectCRT Construction

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When your project is high elevation, high risk, or both, you want the most experienced team on the job. Our seasoned technicians are ready to take on the most complex geohazard projects to keep your site and community safe.

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