With over 15 years’ experience in the mining industry and more than 8 years specialising in backfill operations, Luke, known as ‘Scully’ brings deep, hands-on expertise gained working alongside industry leaders on sites across Australia.

His background spans the design, production, and operation of backfill systems, with a strong focus on practical, system-based solutions that improve reliability, safety, and operational efficiency. His experience identifying operational gaps and system inefficiencies has driven a practical approach to backfill consultancy and product development, focused on reducing risk and improving consistency in backfill delivery.

This led to the development of the Vertical Elevation Gauge (VEG) a purpose-built tool designed to simplify and streamline one of the complex operational challenges